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Coral Reef Montessori Academy Inc

10853 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170

License:
C11MD2382
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:45AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
197
License expiration:
September 29, 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 inspectionMay 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 6, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Coral Reef Montessori Academy Inc from January 24, 2023 through May 6, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on January 21, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of February 20, 2026.

Attendance accountability was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
6

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33170

Compared to 17 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.5
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
25%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.24

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
The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[dates, number of staff, time of drill, etc.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the inspector was unable to view a current fire drill log. Technical assistance below: CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) 3.8.4 Fire Drills C. 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 for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 1 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-08
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3, Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR]
Report comments
At the time of inspection, the inspector was unable to verify if multiple staff members had completed the required 10 hours in-service training due to there being no log present or updated transcript in the files. Technical Assistance below: CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 Annual In-Service Training Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock- hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. The annual 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training concentration on children ages birth through 12 must be completed in one or ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-07
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Food and Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
FSC observed water bottles in two classrooms that were not labeled with first and last name. Technical assistance was provided that bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
Official code
28-02
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
Report comments
FSC reviewed one staff file who has not begun training and has been working at the center for over 90 days. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete 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 timeframes begin 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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-03
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
Report comments
FSC reviewed 3 staff files with no documentation of certificate/ or transcript listing of completed fire extinguisher training. Technical assistance was provided that 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 February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
FSC reviewed two classroom attendance logs that did not have today's arrival time of children. In one of the classrooms, the three years old did not have attendance with arrival and departure time. Technical assistance was provided that daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by February 24, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
Official code
46-02

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

How do you manage daily attendance logs to ensure that arrival and departure times are accurately captured for every child?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from January 2023 indicated that some attendance logs were missing specific arrival or departure times. This question helps parents understand how the center currently tracks children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all staff members stay current with their required annual in-service training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from September 2025 noted that some staff had not completed their required annual training hours. Asking about this helps parents understand the current process for tracking and verifying staff professional development.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you walk me through your process for documenting fire drills and ensuring all required information is recorded?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in January 2026 found that fire drill logs were incomplete. This question allows the director to explain how they now maintain these records to meet safety standards.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on May 6, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for labeling personal items like bottles or sippy cups brought from home?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an earlier inspection noted that some items were not clearly labeled. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center prevents mix-ups and maintains organization for infants and toddlers.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you support new staff members in completing their required training and fire safety certifications when they first join your team?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from 2023 identified gaps in documentation for initial staff training and fire extinguisher operation. This question helps parents understand the current onboarding procedures for new employees.
Related violations