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Le Jardin Community Center Inc #5

104 NW 12th St, Homestead, FL 33030

License:
C11MD2141
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
238
License expiration:
March 25, 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 inspectionJune 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 29, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Le Jardin Community Center Inc #5 from March 7, 2023 through June 29, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on November 7, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness.

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

Two later inspections, from March 17, 2026 through June 29, 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
3

2 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 11 local median in 33030

Compared to 52 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.25
Local median
0.41

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
17%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.63

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: Emergency preparedness
Report finding
Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist during a Fire Drill observed that Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record. Licensing Specialist toke the room number from the staff with the number of children participating during the fire drill and went back to each classroom to verify the attendance roster. T.A. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-12
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
Licensing Specialist reviewing child care personnel found that not all child care personnel have on file a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. Per Provider the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements was update at the time of the inspection for all child care personnel. T.A. 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. All ( 34 ) child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which ( 18 ) were updated for compliance. 1 new personnel were hir ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Provider does not have the proper fencing around the construction site of the playground area. The following duties of a properly secured fence must be put up. Per provider spoke with Maria and facility maintenance via phone and was told the playground area has been under construction since February 2023 and will approx. but not guaranteed to be completed by December 2023. There has been delays due to permits and ordering equipment. HANDBOOK REFERANCE: 3.4.4 Outdoor Square Footage The play area must be sufficient and safe to allow freedom of movement without collisions among active children. Children benefit from being outside as much as possible, and it is important to provi ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 22, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
Official code
17-02

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 your current process for ensuring that teachers have all necessary attendance and contact information when taking children outside for drills or emergencies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in November 2025 where staff did not have the required attendance and contact records during a fire drill. This question helps clarify how the center ensures this information is always accessible during emergency situations.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you monitor the outdoor play areas to ensure they remain free of any hazards or construction-related debris?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2023 noted concerns regarding hazards in the outdoor play area during a construction project. Asking about current monitoring practices helps parents understand how the facility maintains a secure environment for children at play.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff members stay current with their annual training and documentation requirements?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from November 2025 indicate that some personnel files were missing updated annual forms at that time. This question helps parents understand the administrative processes in place to keep staff records up to date.
Context
The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How do you typically communicate with families regarding daily routines or any changes in classroom procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps parents stay informed about their child's day and any updates to center operations. Understanding the preferred method of contact ensures families feel connected and supported.
General question

What is your approach to staff training and supervision to ensure that all classroom policies are consistently followed?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about how the center supports and monitors its staff provides insight into the quality of care and the consistency of daily operations. This is a helpful way to understand the professional environment at the facility.