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YMCA Of South Florida At Flamingo Elementary

701 E 33rd St, Hialeah, FL 33013

License:
C11MD1987
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
91
License expiration:
June 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.

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 18, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 18, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 19 available inspections for YMCA Of South Florida At Flamingo Elementary from February 23, 2023 through June 18, 2026.

Eight inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on February 20, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 23, 2026.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Two later inspections on June 18, 2026 showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
19

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
12

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

19 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33013

Compared to 28 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.63
Local median
0.29

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
42%
Local median
19%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
0.96

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
I LSC observed that a copy of the annual Fire inspection report by the local fire authority was not immediately available for review while conducting an inspection. Personnel in charge have to 03/23/2026 to be in compliance. TA was given per CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2 Unless statutorily exempted, all school-age childcare programs must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Nonresidential Child Care Facilities, and must be inspected annually. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
Inspector notes
I LSC observed the facility didnt have documents for 3 childcare personnel didnt begin the introductory training of 90 days of employment. TA was given to the provider as per CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [the training transcript was missing from the employee's file.]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5 (Section 3.5 Health and Safety, Page 9) Training [SR]
Report comments
4.5 Documentation of Training The departments training transcript is the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the departments training. A. A copy of the departments Training Transcript may be obtained from the departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A copy of the training transcript must be included in each staff members personnel record maintained at the child care facility. Any course completion certificate not documented on the training transcript will be considered invalid, requiring that the course(s) be retaken. Until the coursework is retaken and completed, child care facilities will be out of compliance for the mandatory training standard.
Correction status
Due by June 19, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
Child Abuse and Neglect expired for staff listed on the supplemental sheet. TA: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 62
Correction status
Due by June 19, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
TA: 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A- 36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program.
Correction status
Due by November 19, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
View official report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. • Fire inspection observed at time of inspection was expired. Last fire drill was conducted on 1/24/25 • One fire drill usi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-02
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
TA: Director Credential Section 402.305(2)(g), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. Every applicant for a license to operate a child care facility or a license for a change of ownership of a child care facility must document that the facility director has an active Director Credential prior to issuance of the license. An applicant for the Director Credential must meet the requirements referenced in CFFSP Form 5290, Florida Child Care and Education Program Director Credential and Renewal Application, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(k), F.A.C. CF FSP Form 5290 may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.c ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 18, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
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]
Report comments
7.4 Personnel Records Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. D. Copies of training information and credentials as applicable. E. For ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 18, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
All ( 8 ) childcare personnel records in the system were reviewed of which (5 ) Were updated for compliance. 3 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director, however Licensing staff only had access to 2 files. TA: C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7) (l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect was not updated at time of inspection. (see names on the supplemental)
Correction status
Due by October 18, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
Inspector notes
TA: Preservice Training refers to training requirements completed prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children participating in the School Readiness Program, or within 90 days of employment at a program facility. Child care personnel are not allowed to have unsupervised contact with or care of children prior to completion of preservice training requirements. FSC observed two staff who did not complete their preservice training within the 90 days of employment.
Correction status
Due by June 24, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-13
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [The staff transcript was missing at time of inspection.]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.5 Training [SR]
Report comments
4.5 Documentation of Training The Departments training transcript is the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the Departments training, early literacy courses and school-age training documentation. A. A copy of the Departments training transcript may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A copy of the training transcript must be included in each child care personnels record maintained at the child care facility. C. Early literacy courses and school-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. D. ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 12, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
Report comments
TA: Mandated Introductory Training Child care personnel must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement.
Correction status
Due by September 4, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01

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

What steps are taken to ensure that annual fire safety inspections are scheduled and documented on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that documentation of annual fire safety inspections has been a repeated topic across multiple reports. This question allows the provider to explain their current process for maintaining compliance with these safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Can you describe the process for tracking staff training requirements to ensure all team members are up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports show that staff training documentation has been a repeated topic of discussion. This question helps parents understand how the center monitors and verifies that all employees complete their required training on schedule.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all required personnel records are consistently maintained and readily available for review?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection indicate that some personnel records were not available for review at the facility. Asking this helps parents understand the current administrative processes in place for keeping staff documentation organized.
Related violations
General question

How does the center manage the onboarding process for new staff to ensure all required forms and training are completed promptly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the onboarding process helps families feel confident that all staff members are properly vetted and prepared before they begin working with children. This provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a qualified and compliant team.
General question

What is the center's approach to communicating with parents about routine safety drills and emergency preparedness?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication about safety routines helps parents understand how the facility prioritizes child safety during daily operations. Knowing how the center engages families on these topics can help parents feel more informed and connected to the program.