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City Of Hialeah/Slade Creative Learning And Play Program

2501 W 74th St, Hialeah, FL 33016

License:
C11MD2032
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Food Served
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 2:00PM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
128
License expiration:
August 16, 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.

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 inspectionApril 1, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 23, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for City Of Hialeah/Slade Creative Learning And Play Program from April 14, 2023 through April 1, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 1, 2026 and involved attendance accountability.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
6

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33016

Compared to 35 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.46
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
38%
Local median
23%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
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.

Inspection history

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

Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
A ratio of [1]child care personnel for [25] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [27] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S.
Inspector notes
LS observed a ratio of 1 teacher to 27 children, staff came into the classroom so they can be in ratio with 2:27
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient SACCF Handbook, Section 2.3
Official code
03-01
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
Inspector notes
LS observed staff did not take attendance, Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by taking attendance. The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 39 - Daily Attendance SACCF Handbook, Section 7.5
Official code
39-03
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable in the use of fire extinguishers within 30 days of date of hire. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3
Report comments
A staff member did not complete the required fire extinguisher training. TA provided "All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training."
Correction status
Due by January 16, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [the month of june and july]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
Inspector notes
FSC observed provider has no conducted an fire drill for the month of june or july, provider conducted an fire drill while FSC was present to come in compliance. 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
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
Official code
21-06
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
In the operator's absence the child care personnel in charge did not meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.2
Inspector notes
FSC observed that the staff in charge are under 21 years old. Child care personnel of at least 21 years of age must be in charge of the program and must be on the premises at all times during operating hours.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Minimum Age Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.2
Official code
02-01
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
In the operator's absence the child care personnel in charge did not meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.2
Inspector notes
FSC observed that the staff in charge are under 21 years old. Child care personnel of at least 21 years of age must be in charge of the program and must be on the premises at all times during operating hours.
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Minimum Age Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 2.2
Official code
02-01

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

Can you walk me through the current process for ensuring that the correct staff-to-child ratios are maintained throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in April 2026 where the facility was found to be out of the required staff-to-child ratio. This question helps clarify the steps the center takes to monitor classroom coverage and ensure enough staff are present at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does your team track daily attendance to ensure that every child's arrival and departure time is accurately recorded?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that attendance records were not fully complete at the time of the visit. Asking about the current sign-in and sign-out process helps parents understand how the facility maintains accurate daily records.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps have been taken to ensure all staff members are fully trained and that documentation is up to date regarding safety requirements?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from late 2024 through late 2025 show multiple findings related to staff training and age requirements. This question allows the director to explain how they currently manage staff certifications and ensure all team members meet the necessary qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your schedule for conducting and documenting monthly fire drills?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a July 2025 inspection indicate that some required monthly fire drills were missed. This question helps parents understand how the facility organizes and tracks emergency preparedness drills to ensure they happen consistently.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication between the center and families is essential for a smooth experience. This question helps parents understand how the facility keeps them informed about their child's day and the staff members they interact with.