Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.15
YMCA Of South Florida At Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary School
505 NW 20th St, Miami, FL 33127
- License:
- C11MD2416
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 81
- License expiration:
- March 13, 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
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 inspectionJune 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for YMCA Of South Florida At Paul Laurence Dunbar Elementary School from March 9, 2023 through June 19, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 9, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of February 26, 2026.
Two later inspections, from March 13, 2026 through June 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 5 local median in 33127
Compared to 33 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 6%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 31%
- Local median
- 12%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.45
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
November 13, 2023February 9, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 3, 2024May 28, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist did not observe a fire inspection on the premises. 3.8.2 Fire SafetyA. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to states standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program.Fire DrillsLast fire drill was conducted on 1/21/202 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 21-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Licensing Specialist did not observe the clearinghouse roster on the premises. 5.1 Initial ScreeningK. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to theirEmployee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when theindividual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility.Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on theEmployee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employmenttermination
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 38-09
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this 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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- 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 the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Health, Safety and Nutrition ? Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect ? Child Growth and Development ? ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 27, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this 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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- 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.
- Correction status
- Due by September 2, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At time of inspection, FSC observed the fire inspection on file to be expired. TA was provided informing the provider that a current and approved fire inspection must be available at all time for review by licensing. Provider was given corrective action date of 5/13/24.
- Correction status
- Due by May 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 [missing monthly drills]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed the fire drill missing months from January -February(2023) pervious months wasn't done as well the last drill that was written is 10/26/22 Last fire drill was conducted on 3/9/2023 One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 3/9/2023, One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on 3/9/2023, One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 9/14/2022, and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on 1/7/2022. Technical assistance was given that 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 32-34)
- Official code
- 21-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of the child care personnels completion of required training on the training transcript in that [45 hours was completed]. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.5 (Section 18.4) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FCS observed no transcripts on file, technical assistance was given that, a copy of the Training Transcript for each credentialed child care personnel must be maintained on-site at the child care facility, in the employee personnel file and available for review by child care licensing staff. Child care facilities must maintain written documentation of credentialed personnels work schedules for a period of 12 months. Examples of written documentation are employee time sheets, personnel work schedules, and employment records.
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 28-02
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5 (Section 18.6, number 1) Training [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed only 5 hours of in-service for 21-22 for all staff, Technical assistance was given that 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. A. 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 more of the following areas (college level courses will be accepted): 1. Health and safety, including universal precautions, prevention of infectious diseases, sudden infant death syndrome, em ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 SACCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 28-06
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 explain the current process for maintaining and updating your staff roster in the state's background screening clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2026 inspection indicate the facility did not have the required employee roster available for review. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff members are properly tracked and cleared for working with children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are up to date on their required introductory and annual in-service training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted that some personnel had not completed their required training hours. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring staff professional development and training compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that annual fire safety inspections are scheduled and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the facility has been noted in the past for not having current fire safety documentation on file. Understanding how the center manages these recurring administrative requirements helps parents feel confident about the facility's emergency readiness.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes to the center's schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experience. This question helps clarify the methods the center uses to keep families informed about classroom activities and operational updates.
General question
What is your approach to supporting children as they transition between activities or classrooms throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff manage transitions helps parents know how the center maintains a calm and supportive environment for children. This question provides insight into the daily supervision strategies used to ensure children feel secure during changes in their routine.