Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.21
- Local median
- 0.13
Miami Lighthouse Academy
601 SW 8th Ave Ste 100, Miami, FL 33130
- License:
- C11MD1786
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 166
- License expiration:
- July 27, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Miami-Dade County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Recent higher-concern violation
At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.
Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJuly 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 1, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Miami Lighthouse Academy from March 28, 2023 through July 1, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved background screening.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33130
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.12
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K At the time of inspection, it was observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse, in violation of CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K. This standard was corrected at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of an annual vehicle inspection for a vehicle used to transport children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) General Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- [CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4, A] . All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle.
- Correction status
- Due by August 20, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [NAPTIME]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Report comments
- [CCF HANDBOOK 3.8.4] During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany childcare personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and childcare personnel in attendance, evacuatio ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 26, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and update the personnel roster to ensure all staff background screening information is current?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection show a finding regarding the maintenance of the employee roster in the state clearinghouse, which was corrected at the time of the visit.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your process for tracking and documenting annual safety inspections for all vehicles used to transport children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2025 noted that documentation for an annual vehicle safety inspection was missing at that time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that fire drills are conducted consistently across different times of the day, including during naptime?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from July 2024 indicated that a fire drill had not been conducted during naptime as required by state guidelines.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to keeping parents informed about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication about staff and routines helps families feel connected to their child's daily environment and supports a smooth transition into the program.
General question
Could you describe how you prepare new staff members to handle emergency situations and follow safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center trains its team provides insight into the ongoing commitment to maintaining a secure and prepared environment for all children.