Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.25
- Local median
- 0
Lifted Academy
14955 SW 88th St, Miami, FL 33196
- License:
- C11MD1888
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:45PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 122
- License expiration:
- January 27, 2027
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 inspectionMay 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Lifted Academy from May 1, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 1, 2023 and involved background screening, with a due date of May 19, 2023.
11 later inspections, from May 24, 2023 through May 14, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 10 local median in 33196
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.11
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.
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The ground cover or other protective surface under the [swings ] was not maintained. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, D Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed the outside playground with resilient surface. Per provider, the order of a new surface is said to come in and be place by the end of the month. 3.12 Outdoor Equipment D. Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. All types of ground cover must be maintained to provide resilience and reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
- Correction status
- Due by June 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed a child care personnel with an expired background screening. The non compliance was brought into compliance once that individual left the premises 5.2 Rescreening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening.
- Correction status
- Due by May 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
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
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed the employee roster not updated because it was missing 1 employee. 5 Background Screening K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination
- Correction status
- Due by May 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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 do you ensure that your employee roster and background screening records are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in May 2023 noted that the facility's employee roster was not fully updated and that a staff member's background screening had expired. Asking about this process helps families understand how the center currently manages staff documentation and regulatory compliance.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple clean inspections since this report.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your process for regularly inspecting and maintaining the playground equipment and its surface?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2023 indicated that the protective surface under the playground equipment needed maintenance. This question allows the provider to explain their current routine for ensuring outdoor play areas remain in good condition.
- Context
- The facility has had multiple clean inspections since this report.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents about daily routines and any changes in center operations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for building a strong partnership between families and the childcare center. Understanding how the facility shares information helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience.
General question
How do you support new staff members as they integrate into your team and learn your safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staff training and onboarding are key to maintaining a consistent environment for children. This question provides insight into how the center prioritizes professional development and safety awareness.
General question
What steps do you take to ensure that children are always actively supervised during outdoor play time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Active supervision is a fundamental aspect of a secure childcare environment. Learning about the center's supervision strategies helps parents feel confident in the care provided during active play periods.