Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.87
- Local median
- 0.25
Kindercare Education At Work LLC
10190 SW 344th St, Homestead, FL 33035
- License:
- C11MD2423
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 103
- License expiration:
- March 14, 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.
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 inspectionMarch 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for Kindercare Education At Work LLC from March 6, 2023 through March 20, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 20, 2026 and involved hazardous access.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 11 local median in Homestead
Compared to 127 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 6%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.49
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 5 recorded violations.
July 12, 2023October 24, 2023February 16, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [Pre-k 3 ] group was inadequate in that [child had access to sharp item and cut themselves in their fingers]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Supervision of children in the Pre-k 3 group was inadequate in that child had access to sharp item and cut themselves in their finger. Fixed at time of inspection when item was taken from child by staff. Child care personnel must be assigned to provide direct supervision to a specific group of children and be with that group of children at all times. Children must never be left without child care personnel supervision inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Knives and/or sharp tools were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Sharp item was accessible to children in care, where a child cut their finger. Fixed at the time of inspection when item was disposed of T.A. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-04
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). Please see supplemental. TA The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food was stored in an inappropriate area. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed opened container of sugar stored away and no thermometer in Refrigerator in baby room. Fixed at time when provider closed container of sugar and placing thermometer in fridge. T.A. Proper storage of food is essential to prevent food contamination, as well as, insect and rodent infestation. Correct handling and storage of all food is a key component in preventing food-borne illnesses. To prevent bacteria growth, cold food must be kept at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit and hot foods at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Facilities choosing to prepare food must have a designated space for food storage within the designated food preparation area or in a room not calcul ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 24 - Food Preparation Area
- Official code
- 24-16
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 (Section 17.6, number 5) Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed in several classrooms some bottles that are provided by parents and taken home only containing first names and others with no names. T.A. 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 March 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Facility served catered food but did not have a copy of caterers license or permit. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.15.
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed Provider did not have current caterer license. Meals provided by Aramack inc SEA2326055 Exp 10/1/2024 Fixed at time of inspection when provider was able to retrieve the new license from caterer T.A. Each of the records described in this section must be maintained at the program location and must be available during the hours of operation for review by the licensing authority: Copy of license or permit for caterers
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. Please see supplemental for more details. Extended deadline given due to testing availability and holiday. T.A. In the event an individual leaves the child care industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-05
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed beddings and linens not properly stores and still covering cots stacked up in storage with bottom ends that were previously touching the floor in contact with other sheets on other cots, fixed at time of inspection by having provider tell staff to remove sheets from cots to be sanitized and stored in a sanitary manner. T.A. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner which prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized at least once a week, and before use by another child. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not written]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed no menu available for review at time of inspection. Fixed at time of inspection by having menu provided. T.A. Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents/guardians. Any menu substitutions must be noted on the menu. A generalized menu of possible snack choices for programs that receive food donations is acceptable. All meals and snacks prepared outside of the facilitys kitchen or designated food preparation area, such as catered food, must be listed along with the source. Daily meal and snack menus must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months for licensing purpos ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Food Acceptance Log was missing or was incomplete in that it did not [7/11 and 7/12 were not recorded]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, E.1.
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed food acceptance log missing record for 7/11 and 7/12. Fixed at time of inspection by having provider fill in missing information. Catering provided by Aramack inc exp 10/1/2023 SEA2326055 T.A. If a facility chooses to provide or make available food to children in care from an outside source, such as a caterer, or a licensed child care facility under the same ownership that includes a food preparation area that meets licensing standards, or as the result of a learning activity provided by a child care program, such as a garden, it is the responsibility of the provider to ensure all food intended for consumption by a child in care is free from spoilage and contamin ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 27 - Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources
- Official code
- 27-05
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 several bottles from different classrooms not labeled or missing last names. Fixed at time of inspection by having provider add first and last names to bottles. T.A. Bottles and sippy cups shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed items unrelated to diaper changing on diaper changing area, fixed at time of inspection by having provider move items to an appropriate location. T.A. Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall they be placed on the diaper changing table.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-07
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
- FSC observed child care personnel who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Please see supplementals for more details. T.A. Complete 1 year after starting training All of the 40-hour required training must be completed one year from the date the training began. Child care personnel must pass competency exams for the 40 hours of training to demonstrate their competency or receive an educational exemption . PART 1 (30 hours) Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations (6 hours) • Health Safety and Nutrition (8 hours) • Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (4 hours) • Child Growth and Development (6 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 11, 2023
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 describe the current procedures for ensuring that sharp items or other potentially hazardous materials are kept out of children's reach?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a March 2026 inspection note that a sharp item was accessible to a child. This question helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure the environment remains secure for all children.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What training or daily practices do you have in place to ensure that children are always under direct supervision by staff?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 identified a concern regarding supervision. Asking about current practices helps families understand how staff maintain constant oversight of the children.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does your team manage the labeling and storage of items brought from home, such as bottles and food containers?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances across different years where items brought from home were not properly labeled or stored. This question helps parents understand the current process for keeping personal items organized and compliant.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in 2023 noted a concern regarding staff training requirements. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures all caregivers are fully qualified and up to date on their training.
- Context
- The issue was corrected by the due date provided in the report.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any specific policies regarding items brought into the classroom?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents feel confident in the daily care their child receives. Understanding how the center shares information about routines and policies supports a strong partnership between families and the facility.