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Children's Paradise Learning Center # 5

15520 NW 77th Ct, Miami Lakes, FL 33016

License:
C11MD2016
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, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
124
License expiration:
August 28, 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 inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Children's Paradise Learning Center # 5 from April 21, 2023 through April 15, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on July 17, 2024 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of August 19, 2024.

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

Seven later inspections, from August 19, 2024 through April 15, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33016

Compared to 35 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
8%
Local median
23%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.77

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.

Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
The facility did not maintain emergency preparedness drill records for the months of operation for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the emergency preparedness drill. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 14.1, numbers 3 and 4) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed facility have not conducted an inclement weather drill. Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill.
Correction status
Due by August 19, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-17
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [april]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
Correction / follow-up note
FSC observed the distracted adult brochure have not been signed for the month of April. Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com .
Correction status
Due by August 19, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
Official code
43-10

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 walk me through how the center handles emergency preparedness drills and ensures all documentation is kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2024 inspection report show a finding regarding the maintenance of emergency preparedness drill records. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the facility ensures these important safety routines are documented and tracked.
Context
A later inspection on April 15, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that parents receive and sign off on all required safety information, such as the distracted adult awareness materials?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from July 2024 noted that documentation for parent distribution of distracted adult brochures was missing for a specific month. This question helps parents understand how the center manages administrative requirements and keeps families informed.
Context
A later inspection on April 15, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question

What is your process for keeping staff trained and prepared for various emergency scenarios throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a facility maintains staff readiness for emergencies helps parents feel confident in the center's commitment to child safety. This provides insight into the ongoing training culture beyond just meeting basic record requirements.
General question

How do you communicate with families regarding updates to center policies or important safety reminders?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication channels between the center and families are essential for ensuring that important information is shared and acknowledged. This helps parents understand the routine methods used to keep them connected to center operations.
General question

Could you describe your daily routine for ensuring all children are accounted for during transitions between activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about supervision practices during transitions provides a better picture of how the center maintains a secure environment for children throughout the day. This is a practical way to understand the active oversight provided by the staff.