Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.38
- Local median
- 0.38
Ms Claudia's Village Academy
8661 NE 2nd Ave, El Portal, FL 33138
- License:
- C11MD1847
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 7:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 40
- License expiration:
- October 12, 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
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionJune 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 10, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Ms Claudia's Village Academy from February 9, 2023 through June 10, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 3, 2025 and involved background screening.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Four later inspections, from April 29, 2025 through June 10, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33138
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 15%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.48
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 8, 2024February 3, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 During the inspection, it was observed that the provider did not maintain a current roster as required by regulations. 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
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Report comments
- Child care personnel who completed ELFL health and safety modules did not complete additional DEL-approved health and safety training by required date. (Section 3.2.A.2.a. and 3.2.C Training Requirements, Page 7) LS (Licensing Specialist) reviewed all staff personnel transcript, and it was determined 1 staff personnel did not complete the required training by due date.
- Correction status
- Due by September 28, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-17
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Correction / follow-up note
- Section 4.2.6 CCF Handbook: The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6 At time of inspection FSC (Family Service Counselor) reviewed child care personnel that participates in transportation transcript shows that training has not been completed.
- Correction status
- Due by June 8, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- CCF Handbook, Section 7.4: Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. Provider did not have personnel file ready to be reviewed by FSC (Family Service Counselor). This standard was corrected at time of inspection. New driver was added to cares.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
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
- Report comments
- Section 5.1, K, CCF Handbook: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. FSC (Family Service Counselor) reviewed clearinghouse roaster and determined that provider did not have maintain a current employee/contractor roaster for one employee.
- Correction status
- Due by June 8, 2024
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
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
Could you describe the current process for keeping staff background screening rosters up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that maintaining a current employee roster in the clearinghouse has been noted in past inspections. This question helps clarify the steps taken to ensure these records remain accurate and current.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the most recent inspection in February 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training do staff members receive regarding safe transportation practices before they begin driving for the center?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 indicated a need for documented proof of specialized training for staff involved in transportation. Asking about this helps parents understand the current requirements for drivers.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center track ongoing health and safety training requirements for all staff members?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records mention a past instance where staff training completion was not documented by the required date. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring all necessary personnel records are organized and readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection noted that some personnel records were not immediately available during a review. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains its administrative files.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Learning about these methods helps parents feel confident in how they will stay informed about their child's experience.