Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.05
- Local median
- 0.33
Rufo The Kangaroo Integral Center
11300 NW 87th Ct, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018
- License:
- C11MD2556
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 131
- License expiration:
- March 16, 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.
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Latest inspectionJune 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 19 available inspections for Rufo The Kangaroo Integral Center from January 20, 2023 through June 8, 2026.
Nine inspections recorded violations, with 20 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 8, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of July 8, 2026.
Medication was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 19
- Recorded violations
- 20
- Higher-concern violations
- 8
- Repeated topics
- 5
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
19 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33018
Compared to 21 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 32%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 47%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 5
- Local average
- 1
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Medication
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024November 1, 2024June 24, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 3, 2024June 24, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024June 8, 2026Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024June 8, 2026Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 19, 2023December 18, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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
- LS observed diaper changing table in the one year old classroom had Items unrelated to diaper changing on it. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by removing the items. 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: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections for the playground, playground had trash on it. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by July 8, 2026
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-05
No recorded violations in this report
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
- While conducting routine inspection, it was observed by LS that the provider did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. The provider will be placed on a "Provisional License" until the matter has been resolved. Technical assistance was provided per CCF handbook " 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- It was observed on March 26, 2025, personnel (MJ) dispensed medication without the proper certification to administer medication. Technical assistance was giver per CCF handbook "Prior to administering medication to children, child care personnel responsible for administering medication must be educated on proper administration procedures. Written documentation must be maintained in the personnel file that child care personnel administering medication have been educated on proper administration procedures."
- Correction status
- Due by July 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-18
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- Child/ren were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping and napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- While conducting walkthrough of facility an infant was observed sleeping in crib with a potential suffocation hazard (blanket and toy) in the infant room. Provider was notified of observation; provider was able to correct at the time of inspection by removing the items from crib. Technical assistance was provided per CCF handbook " All personnel that care for infants must follow safe sleep practices as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as referenced in Caring for Our Children Basics Health and Safety Foundations for Early Care and Education, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(v), F.A.C. Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- It was observed for the months of (January, February, March, April, May, August, December); it was observed that the arrival/departure time and signatures were not ensured by the provider. Technical assistance was provided per CCF handbook " CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare" ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Due by January 18, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- Child care personnel administering medication did not have documentation of education on proper administration procedures. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, I Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Provider was observed to administer medication to enrolled child with no medication training on file. Technical assistance was given to provider per CCF handbook " Prior to administering medication to children, child care personnel responsible for administering medication must be educated on proper administration procedures. Written documentation must be maintained in the personnel file that child care personnel administering medication have been educated on proper administration procedures"
- Correction status
- Due by December 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-18
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Last fire drill was conducted on 5/8/2024 One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 4/25/2024 One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on, and As technical assistance, the licensing counselor REQUESTED that a Fire Drill be done in the presence of licensing authority, and the provider: agreed to conduct the fire drill next time of inspection One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on , and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done on . To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector, and they must perform monthly drills/exercises to practice fire, inclement w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 3, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection, the provider was observed to not have included their license number when advertising on the signage located near the front door of the facility. The sign posted in front of the providers facility did not include their license number. Technical assistance was provided advising the provider that a person, as defined in s. 1.01(3), may not advertise a child care facility, family day care home, or large family child care home without including within such advertisement the state or local agency license number or registration number of such facility or home. Violation of this section is a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
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 10, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection, the provider was observed to have a gate in the infant play area that is not in good report. Technical assistance was provided advising the provider 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 safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. 1.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not provide shade on the playground. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, C (Section 10.7, numbers 4 and 5) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection the provider was observed to not have a shaded area in the outdoor play area. Technical assistance was provided advising the provider that the outdoor play area must provide shade. Shade may be provided by trees, buildings, or structures. 1.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-03
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, D and K (Section 16, number 4) Health Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of the inspection the provider was observed to not have written authorization prior to administering emergency non- prescription medication for one or more children in care. Technical assistance was provided advising the provider that in the event of an emergency, non-prescription medication that is not brought in by the parent or legal guardian can be dispensed only if the program has written permission from the parent or legal guardian to do so. Use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed. 1.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-09
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 (Section 19.2, number 2) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of the inspection, one or more Child(ren) in care 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. Technical assistance was provided advising the provider that the child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial paren ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [three children didn't have the brochure acknowledgment on file. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of the inspection the facility was observed to not have maintained documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian (s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the month of September 2023 for one or more children in care. Technical assistance was provided advising the provider that 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 refe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when the room was rearranged to accommodate 19 (4 yrs.) Technical assistance, A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
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 [during the month of March, April, May]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Technical assistance, 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 June 19, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-06
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [Forms were not updated for students since 2022.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Technical assistance, Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175-12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 (7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com .
- Correction status
- Due by July 5, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 19.4) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- All ( 10 ) child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which ___ ( 10 ) were updated for compliance. 2 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director. TA: Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to Section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- TA: A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file. One of the two staff recently hired did not have a BGS for licensing staff to review and updated. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by asking the teacher to leave. The staff left in presence of the FSC.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Correction / follow-up note
- TA: The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employment history information. Failed attempts to obtain employment history must be documented in the personnel file and include date, time, and the reason the information was not obtained. At time of inspection staff listed on ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
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 explain the current training process for staff members who are responsible for administering medication to children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from recent inspections indicate that there have been instances where documentation of staff training on proper medication administration was not available. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all staff are properly prepared and documented before handling medication.
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Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all daily attendance and sign-in records are complete and accurate?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that arrival and departure times were not always fully recorded. This question allows the director to describe the current procedures for maintaining these important records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current policy on safe sleep practices for infants in the nursery?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that safe sleep environment topics have been addressed in previous reports. Asking about the current policy helps parents understand the center's commitment to maintaining a safe sleeping environment for infants.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage the maintenance and inspection of playground equipment to ensure it remains in good condition?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that equipment maintenance and inspection documentation have been topics in past reports. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the current schedule and process for checking outdoor play areas.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all facility maintenance and sanitation standards are met on a daily basis?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records show that sanitation and facility repair topics have appeared in multiple inspections. Asking about the daily routine helps parents understand how the center maintains a clean and well-repaired environment for the children.
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