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Father Gerard Community Center At Oak Grove Park

690 NE 159th St, Miami, FL 33162

License:
C11MD2634
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Food Served, Full Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
89
License expiration:
June 22, 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.

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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 inspectionJune 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 20, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for Father Gerard Community Center At Oak Grove Park from February 14, 2023 through June 2, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 2, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of September 10, 2026.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
15

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
7

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33162

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.47
Local median
0.48

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
11%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
33%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.88

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4
Correction / follow-up note
The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4. See confidential notes for details.
Correction status
Due by September 10, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-09
View official report
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Correction / follow-up note
Several child care personnel have expired child abuse & Neglect for expired as of 9/16/25. Violation issued and the violation was corrected on site as staff in question signed a new updated CAN form as of 10/07/2025. See confidential notes for details.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Official code
37-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Report comments
The facility's OCA # shows ups as another facility. The roster does not mention any child care personnel affected to the facility in question. The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Correction status
Due by November 7, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
Official code
38-09
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of the child care personnels completion of required training on the training transcript in that [1 child care personnel who has been enrolled for more than a year has not completed the required training]. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.5
Report comments
There is one child care personnel who has been working for over a year and has not completed the required training
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
Facility has been without a credentialed director since 02/23/2024
Correction status
Due by August 22, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04
View official report
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
Report comments
Primary drill: 9/12/23, Alternate drill: 8/19/23, Lockdown: 9/13/23, Inclement weather: 7/20/23, Fire inspection: 11/28/22, Fire extinguisher: 9/22 .
Correction status
Due by November 30, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
Official code
23-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Report comments
1 child care personnel had expired CAN but updated ATI.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
Official code
44-04

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 training process for staff members who help with transporting children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a June 2026 inspection indicate that the facility lacked documentation showing staff had completed required training on safe transportation practices. Asking about this process helps clarify how the center ensures all drivers are currently qualified and prepared.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage and verify that all staff members are correctly listed in the personnel roster?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2025 noted that the facility did not maintain a current employee roster in the state's clearinghouse system. This question helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure all staff are properly tracked and vetted.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for ensuring that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required annual training and professional development?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2024 show multiple instances where staff training documentation was incomplete or missing. This question allows the director to explain how they now track and verify that all employees meet their ongoing training requirements.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle daily communication with parents regarding their child's routine and any updates from the classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experiences. Understanding the center's preferred methods for sharing information helps families know what to expect regarding updates and feedback.
General question

What steps does the center take to ensure that classroom environments remain engaging and supportive for all children throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the center's approach to classroom management and child engagement helps parents understand how the staff fosters a positive and productive atmosphere for early development.