Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.23
- Local median
- 0.25
YMCA Of South Florida At Coral Gables Preparatory Academy
105 Minorca Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
- License:
- C11MD2590
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 309
- License expiration:
- May 31, 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
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 inspectionApril 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 27, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for YMCA Of South Florida At Coral Gables Preparatory Academy from January 23, 2023 through April 27, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on September 30, 2025 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 30, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Three later inspections, from January 27, 2026 through April 27, 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
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- 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 33134
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 27, 2025September 30, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed the facility to not have a current fire inspection. Per DCF Handbook, "Unless statutorily exempted, all school-age child care programs must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Nonresidential Child Care Facilities, and must be inspected annually. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report 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."
- Correction status
- Due by March 30, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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 (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the inspection was conducted on 8/30/23. The fire inspection is expired. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that the provider has an updated and approved annual fire inspection. Provider will need to get an updated fire inspection completed by the local fire authority.
- Correction status
- Due by February 10, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3)
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed the personnel listed on the confidential page did not complete the 40-hour introductory child care training within 12 months of being in the industry. The personnel will need to complete the training. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel working 10 hours or more with children complete the 40-hour introductory child care training requirement.
- Correction status
- Due by November 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
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
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 your current process for ensuring that the annual fire safety inspection is completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection during recent routine inspections. This question helps clarify how the center manages these required safety filings moving forward.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/27/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members have completed their required introductory training hours?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 noted that some personnel had not completed the required 40-hour introductory child care training. Asking this helps parents understand the current oversight process for staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that emergency preparedness documentation remains up to date throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that emergency preparedness topics were noted in more than one report within the last three years. This question allows the director to explain how they maintain consistent compliance with these safety standards.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle communication with parents regarding daily routines and any changes to the center's schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and ensures they are informed about center operations.
General question
What is your approach to supporting staff development and ensuring teachers feel prepared to manage their classrooms effectively?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about how the center supports its team provides insight into the overall environment and the quality of care provided to the children.