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Miami Carol City Park

18500 NW 32nd Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056

License:
C11MD2756
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Food Served, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 11:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
60
License expiration:
October 3, 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 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Miami Carol City Park from January 24, 2023 through May 4, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 2, 2023 and involved transportation, with a due date of November 2, 2023.

Nine later inspections, from October 12, 2023 through May 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33056

Compared to 40 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.17
Local median
0.47

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
8%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
8%
Local median
33%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.95

Repeated topics

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

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

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

View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's transportation log was not retained for a minimum of twelve months. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2, A
Inspector notes
FSC observed a field trip was conducted on September 25,2023 and requested a transportation log for observation. Technical assistance was given to provider per SACCF handbook " A. A log must be maintained for all children being transported in the vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must be retained on file at the facility for a minimum of 12 months and available for review by the licensing authority. The log must include: 1. Each childs name, 2. Date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver (or in the case of traveling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), an ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Transportation SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5
Official code
05-03
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
The facility's driver did not have [An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive]. SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1
Correction / follow-up note
FSC reviewed file of driver and was unable to locate documentation of annual physical examination. Technical assistance was given to provider per SACCF handbook " Driver Requirements The driver of any vehicle used by a school-age child care program to provide transportation must have the following: A. A valid Florida drivers license; B. An annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive, and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures." Not Monitored Comments Vehicle was on site, could not be monitored due to inclement weather.
Correction status
Due by October 12, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training SACCF Handbook, Section 2.5.1 and SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Official code
06-01

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 the process you use to ensure all drivers have their required physical examinations and medical approvals on file?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection from October 2023 noted that documentation of a driver's annual physical examination was not available at that time.
Context
This was noted during an October 2023 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain and store your transportation logs to ensure they are complete and available for review?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2023 identified that transportation logs were not being retained for the required twelve-month period.
Context
This was noted during an October 2023 inspection.
Related violations
General question

What steps does the center take to verify that all staff members who transport children are fully trained and prepared for their responsibilities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about staff training practices helps families understand how the center prioritizes consistency and readiness for transportation services.
General question

How do you communicate with parents regarding the details of field trips and the transportation arrangements for those outings?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about communication routines ensures parents feel informed and comfortable with the procedures in place for off-site activities.
General question

What is your process for conducting regular internal reviews of your safety and record-keeping practices?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a facility monitors its own operations provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining organized and consistent administrative standards.