Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.57
- Local median
- 0.25
Vanguard Children's Academy
924 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134
- License:
- C11MD2468
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 91
- License expiration:
- September 16, 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 inspectionMay 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 8, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for Vanguard Children's Academy from January 12, 2023 through May 8, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 15, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of March 15, 2026.
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
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33134
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 7%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.47
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.
No recorded violations in this report
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
- Report comments
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K At the time of inspection, the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse , as required by the CCF Handbook, Section 5.1(K) .
- Correction status
- Due by March 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- 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 [For the month of december. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 14.3, number 2), (Section 14.3, number 1)
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the provider did not complete a fire drill for the month of December. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that a fire drill is conducted monthly. Completed at time of inspection. Counselor completed a fire drill with the provider.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
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
- Counselor observed the personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete Part 1 or 2 of the introductory course. Personnel will need to complete part 1 and 2 with the exam. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel complete the introductory course within 12 months without exceeding 15 months.
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show completion of a Department approved five-hour early literacy and language development course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 4.5, C
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete their early literacy training within 12 months of being in the industry. Provider will need to complete the early literacy training. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel complete the early literacy training.
- Correction status
- Due by March 11, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-06
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
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed bedding was touching the bottom of the cot while stored. 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
- Due by October 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed three children did not have an updated immunization form. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Fire drills conducted during the licensure year did not include the following [Provider did not conduct a fire drill for the month of September-Oct-Nv-Dec.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Report comments
- 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 when children are in care.
- Correction status
- Due by January 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[Lockdown and Weather condition drills for year 2021-2022]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C
- Report comments
- TA: Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill.
- Correction status
- Due by February 13, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-08
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 current process for keeping staff background screening rosters updated in the state system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 indicate a need for improvement in maintaining the required employee roster in the state Clearinghouse. This question helps clarify how the center ensures these records stay current for all personnel.
- Context
- A later inspection on May 8, 2026, showed no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that emergency and fire drills are consistently conducted and documented each month?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2024 noted that a fire drill was missed for one month. Asking this allows the director to explain the current scheduling and tracking system used to keep these safety practices on schedule.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the process for tracking and verifying that all staff members complete their required early literacy and introductory training courses?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from January 2024 identified that some staff training documentation was not up to date. This question provides insight into how the center monitors staff professional development and certification requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the collection and verification of children's immunization records upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from September 2023 noted that some immunization forms were missing for children at the time of the visit. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for ensuring all health documentation is complete.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What are your daily routines for maintaining a clean and sanitary environment for children's bedding and linens?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from September 2023 included an observation regarding the storage of bedding. Asking about the current storage and cleaning routine helps families understand how the center maintains hygiene standards for nap time.
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