Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.31
- Local median
- 0.31
KinderCare Learning Center
4801 SW 140th Ave, Miami, FL 33175
- License:
- C11MD2493
- 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, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 133
- License expiration:
- September 25, 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.
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 14, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 14, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for KinderCare Learning Center from January 30, 2023 through May 14, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 14, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of July 14, 2026.
Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Two later inspections, from March 23, 2026 through May 14, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33175
Compared to 34 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.62
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 8, 2023January 14, 2026Inspection 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: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state 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. LS observed an expired fire inspection with the date 9/20/24 Last fire drill was conducted on One fire drill using an alte ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The vehicle alarm installed was not in working condition. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC inspected two buses. One of the buses (23144) has an installed alarm, however, it did not ring. Technical assistance was provided that for the purpose of this section, vehicles refer to those owned, operated or regularly used by the child care program, and vehicles that provide transportation through a contract or agreement with an outside entity. Parents/guardians personal vehicles used for transporting during field trips are excluded from meeting the requirements of this sub-section. 2.5.4 F By January 1, 2022 all vehicles used by child care facilities to transport children must be equipped with a reliable alarm system approved by the Department which prompts the driver ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Vehicle Requirements
- Official code
- 07-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- FSC reviewed two children files with no student health examination. Technical assistance was provided that the child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, the parent or legal guardian, or a signed statement by authorized professionals that indicate the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. A. The Student Health Examination shall be completed by a person given statutory authority ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B (Section 14.2, number 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- 3.8.2 Fire Safety, Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly. installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Fire Extinguisher tags are expired, July 2022. Provider, Called the fire department to resolve the issue. Last fire drill was conducted on 09/05/2023. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 07/20/2023. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on pending, and One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on pending, One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 06/14/2023, and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on 04/01/2023.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 your current process for ensuring all transportation vehicles have functioning safety alarms?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in early 2024 noted an instance where a vehicle alarm was not in working condition.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your procedure for keeping fire safety inspections and equipment maintenance up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that fire safety and emergency preparedness topics have appeared in more than one report over the past few years.
- Context
- A later inspection on 5/14/2026 did not have any recorded findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and manage student health records to ensure all required forms are complete upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from early 2024 identified that some student files were missing the required health examination forms.
Related violations
General question
What steps do you take to communicate with parents about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center keeps families informed helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and aware of who is supervising their child.
General question
How does your team handle emergency drills, and are parents notified when these take place?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular practice of emergency procedures is important for child safety, and knowing the communication process provides peace of mind for families.