Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.94
- Local median
- 0.37
Happy Times Day Care And Learning Center LLC
5901 NW 176th St, Hialeah, FL 33015
- License:
- C11MD2700
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat: 6:00AM to 6:30PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 100
- License expiration:
- June 7, 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 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 18 available inspections for Happy Times Day Care And Learning Center LLC from February 1, 2023 through June 26, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 17 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 4, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of August 17, 2026.
Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 18
- Recorded violations
- 17
- Higher-concern violations
- 10
- Repeated topics
- 2
7 in last 12 months
11 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
18 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33015
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 28%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.96
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
September 14, 2023October 6, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 6, 2025November 14, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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]
- Report comments
- Per CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare 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. Last fire drill was conducted on 06/04/2026 One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 05/ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 17, 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
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- A ratio of two (2) child care personnel for twelve (12) children is required. A ratio of one (1) child care personnel for twelve (12) children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. During the time of the inspection, the licensing specialist observed one (1) child care personnel caring for twelve (12) children, which does not meet the required ratio of two (2) child care personnel for twelve (12) children as outlined in s.402.305(4), F.S. To return to compliance, six (6) children were removed from the classroom and placed in another classroom. This standard was corrected at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 General Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2. During nap time, child care personnel must be within sight and hearing of all the children. All other child care personnel required to meet the staff-to-child ratio must be within the building on the same floor and available to be summoned if needed to ensure the safety of the children. Nap time supervision requirements do not apply to children up to 24 months of age, as these children must have direct supervision at all times. During the time of the inspection, it was observed that two (2) infants were not being supervised during nap time. No child care pe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-05
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1, C Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During nap time, lighting was insufficient to visually observe and supervise children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.3.1(C). During the time of the inspection, it was observed that the licensing specialist had to use a flashlight to visually observe the children who were napping due to inadequate lighting in the classroom. Child care personnel were instructed to ensure that lighting remains sufficient at all times to allow for proper visual supervision, including during nap time. This standard was corrected at the time of inspection. Technical Assistance Provided: The operator was advised that lighting must always permit child care personnel to visually observe and supervise all ch ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 14 - Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation
- Official code
- 14-03
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of [76] based on 35 square feet and [Each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square footage of usable indoor floor space per child.] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility did not have 35 square feet of usable floor space per child for the number of children observed in care. The facility had a capacity of seventy-six (76) based on the required 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child. Each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square feet of usable indoor floor space per child. CCF Handbook, Section 3.4.2(D). During the time of the inspection, it was observed that the back section of the facility is currently being used by the provider for children in K1st grade. The provider stated that during the last visit this space was not in use, and the licensing specialist was informed that the area wa ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H During the time of inspection, it was observed that sleeping cots were stored in an unsanitary manner inside a restroom located near the infant and VPK classrooms. The provider corrected the noncompliance at the time of inspection by removing the cots from the restroom. Technical Assistance Provided: The operator was advised of the CCF Handbook requirements regarding bedding and linen storage: G. Bedding and linens, when not in use, must be stored in a sanitary manner that prevents the spread of germs or lice from other linens. All bedding and linens must be thoroughly cleaned and s ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C During the time of the complaint inspection, it was observed that one or more children were positioned too close to each other during nap time. The required minimum distance of 18 inches between each napping/sleeping space, as outlined in the CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (C), was not maintained. This noncompliance was corrected at the time of the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- 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 At the time of inspection, it was observed that children were placed in a crib, playpen, play yard or other sleeping/napping bedding with items that could pose a strangulation or suffocation risk (CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.4.A). The licensing specialist observed blankets, toys and pillows in the cribs while infants were napping. Child care personnel removed all items that posed a strangulation or suffocation risk. This standard was corrected at the time of inspection. Technical Assistance Provi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 20 - Crib Requirements
- Official code
- 20-06
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During walkthrough of facility, it was observed in multiple restroom [by infant classroom, VPK classroom, restroom by lunchroom] the unsanitary story of sleeping cots. Provider was able to correct at the time of inspection by removing cots from restrooms. Technical assistance was provided per CCF handbook " G. 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. H. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets." Not Monitored Comments Children ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- While reviewing personnel files, 3 personnel files were observed to not have a current Child Abuse Reporting form. Technical assistance was offered per CCF handbook "CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(l), F.A.C., must be signed on or before hire date and annually thereafter by all child care personnel. "
- Correction status
- Due by November 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- While reviewing background screening requirements is was observed failed to maintain employee clearinghouse roster, in that the provider failed to remove 1 personnel who are no longer employed and add 1 recently hired personnel. Provider was able to correct at the time of inspection by updating roster. Technical assistance was offered per CCF Handbook "The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
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
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- A prescription or non-prescription medication, specifically [Triple paste and other cream are found in the infant room.], was dispensed without written authorization from the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, A and K Health Requirements [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when form was provided and will keep signed authorization form at the facility. Technical assistance, use of diaper creams and insect repellant may only be utilized with written permission from parents/guardians. Manufacturer instructions must be followed.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Medication
- Official code
- 40-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facility did not have electrical outlet covers or the outlet covers were not in place. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, I
- Report comments
- All accessible electrical outlets must be tamper-resistant electrical outlets that contain internal shutter mechanisms to prevent children from sticking objects into receptacles. In settings that do not have tamper-resistant electrical outlets, outlets shall have safety covers.
- Correction status
- Due by September 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-18
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- The facilitys storage of harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, and poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials allowed access by children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when the safety latches were fixed. Technical assistance, all potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 13 - Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons
- Official code
- 13-02
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
- Technical assistance, the employer/owner/operator must care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a childcare eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.
- Correction status
- Due by September 28, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when the attendance in the 2 yrs classroom was fixed. Technical assistance, attendance devices used for the purposes of tracking attendance may be used, but personnel must ensure the accuracy of the documented attendance. Each classroom must have an attendance sheet/class roster for the group of children occupying that space. Attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the childcare personnel an the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-02
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Technical assistance, 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, that some children in care may not have current immunizations.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-01
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 walk me through your current process for ensuring that cribs are kept free of items like blankets or toys during nap time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2025 noted that items posing a potential risk were found in cribs. This question helps parents understand the current safety protocols for infant sleep environments.
- Context
- This issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does your team take to ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or nap times?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in November 2025 identified a time when staffing ratios were not met. Asking about current practices helps clarify how the center manages staffing levels to ensure every child is supervised.
- Context
- This issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members are properly documented in the state's background screening system?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 and 2025 show that the facility was previously identified for not keeping their employee roster fully updated in the state clearinghouse. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these important personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current procedure for ensuring that nap time lighting is sufficient for staff to properly monitor all children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from late 2025 indicate that lighting levels were previously a concern during nap time. This question helps parents understand how the facility ensures staff can always see and supervise children effectively.
- Context
- This issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle fire safety documentation and drill scheduling to ensure everything remains current with local requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from June 2026 noted that the facility did not have a current fire safety inspection on file. This question helps parents understand the center's process for maintaining up-to-date safety documentation.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by August 17, 2026.
Related violations