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La Prima Casa Montessori

281 SW 28th Rd, Miami, FL 33129

License:
C11MD2242
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
76
License expiration:
December 6, 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 inspectionMarch 11, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 11, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for La Prima Casa Montessori from April 4, 2023 through March 11, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 2, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of December 16, 2024.

Six later inspections, from December 16, 2024 through March 11, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
13

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33129

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.23
Local median
0.23

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
6%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
15%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.4

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.

View official report
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
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed the staff pending training was working in a classroom as an assistant. When reviewing transcript information, staff has not completed training. Technical Assistance was given from handbook that 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. A. Part I Courses (30 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by January 3, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed a personnel file that was missing BGS. After looking up the personnel in the clearing house website, the staff was unscreened. The personnel was asked to leave the premises. Technical assistance was given from the handbook that background screening documentation must be maintained for all childcare personnel as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S., which includes household members if the facility is located in or adjacent to the home of the operator. Background screening documentation must be on-site and available for the licensing authority to review. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 16, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-02
View official report
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
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed 1 child care personnel had pending training. When reviewing transcript, staff has not completed training. Technical Assistance was provided that 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. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by August 30, 2024
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

Could you explain the process you use to ensure all staff members have their required background screening documentation on-site and up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a December 2024 inspection report show that documentation for personnel background screening was missing at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records for all staff.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded in March 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does your center take to monitor staff training progress and ensure that all personnel complete their required introductory training courses?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 show that training requirements were a topic in more than one report. This question helps parents understand how the center currently tracks and manages staff professional development.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded in March 2026.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle the onboarding process for new staff to ensure they are fully prepared and compliant with all state requirements before they begin working in a classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the onboarding process helps families feel confident that all teachers are properly prepared and qualified to care for children from their first day.
General question

What is your approach to communicating with parents if there are changes in classroom staffing or teacher assignments?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication regarding staffing changes helps maintain a stable and predictable environment for children and keeps families informed.
General question

How do you support your teachers in completing their ongoing professional development and training throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about how the center supports teacher growth provides insight into the value placed on staff expertise and the quality of care provided in the classroom.