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Excelsior Prep Academy Preschool

15785 SW 56th St, Miami, FL 33185

License:
C11MD2450
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
100
License expiration:
August 18, 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

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 inspectionApril 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Excelsior Prep Academy Preschool from April 5, 2023 through April 16, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 15, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of September 15, 2025.

Three later inspections, from September 17, 2025 through April 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33185

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.36
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
9%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.08

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: Facility condition
Report finding
An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed several areas of the facility were in need of repair. There were several water spots on ceiling tiles throughout the facility, specifically in the 2 Year Old, 3 year Old and S/A Classrooms and the common areas adjacent to the classrooms mentioned. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by September 15, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An electrical device or apparatus accessible to children was located in a place that could be plugged into an electrical outlet while a person is in contact with a water source, such as a sink, tub, shower area, water table, or swimming pool. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that there was an Electrical Extension Cord connected to the electrical outlet next to the hand washing sink accessible to the children in care. Technical Assistance was given to the Director as per the CCF Handbook that ( No electrical device or apparatus accessible to children shall be located in a place that can be plugged into an electrical outlet while a person is in contact with a water source, such as a sink, tub, shower area, water table, or swimming pool.)
Correction status
Due by September 15, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
Official code
12-21
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The bath facility was not cleaned and/or sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the bath facility (shower) was not cleaned. It was being used as storage at the time of inspection. Technical Assistant was given to the Director as per CCF Handbook that ( Every facility must have at least one portable or permanent bath facility available for bathing children. The portable or permanent bath facility must be in good operation, clean and must be sanitized or disinfected after each use.)
Correction status
Due by September 15, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Restrooms and Bath Facilities
Official code
21-10
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster with all current child care personnel in the clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator/Director must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within the required time.)
Correction status
Due by September 15, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-09

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 tell me about the current process for ensuring all staff members are correctly listed in the state's background screening system?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection indicate a need for improved record-keeping regarding the employee roster in the clearinghouse. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center manages these requirements today.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps have been taken to ensure that electrical outlets near water sources are managed safely for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from August 2025 noted an issue with an extension cord near a sink. This question allows the director to explain the safety measures currently in place to prevent similar hazards.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does your team handle the daily cleaning and maintenance of the facility's bath and shower areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from August 2025 mentioned a concern regarding the cleanliness and use of a bath facility. Understanding the current cleaning routine helps parents feel confident about the hygiene standards in the center.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your routine for monitoring the facility's physical condition and addressing any necessary repairs?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from August 2025 noted that certain areas of the facility were in need of repair. Asking about the maintenance schedule provides insight into how the center keeps the environment in good condition for the children.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily activities and any changes to classroom routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication is essential for parents to stay informed about their child's day. Learning about the center's preferred methods helps ensure that parents and staff remain aligned on expectations and updates.