Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.45
FIU- ENLACE
1225 SW 97th Ave, Miami, FL 33174
- License:
- C11MD2759
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 3:30PM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 121
- 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
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 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 21 available inspections for FIU- ENLACE from January 25, 2023 through June 19, 2026.
10 inspections recorded violations, with 21 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on April 21, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of October 21, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
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
- 21
- Recorded violations
- 21
- Higher-concern violations
- 7
- Repeated topics
- 4
7 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
21 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33174
Compared to 14 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 19%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 48%
- Local median
- 30%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- 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.
Staff training
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024April 22, 2025September 4, 2025April 21, 2026Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024April 22, 2025April 21, 2026Background screening
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
April 22, 2025January 22, 2026Recordkeeping
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 22, 2024January 14, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed most recent fire inspection and it is over a year old (dated 2/11/2025). Technical assistance was provided that 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 weather and lockdown procedures. Frequent practice of emergency procedures will facilitate a calm and competent reaction in response to an actual emergency, should it occur. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed 2 staff files and they have not started introductory training. Technical assistance was provided that Child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance i ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-03
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed 3 new staff files and files were incomplete. Only available documentation were background screening results. Technical assistance was provided that 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. A signed CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse &Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CF-FSP Form 5337 is incorporated by reference in paragrap ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed files for 3 new employees and Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements Form was not available. Technical assistance was provided that Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-01
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
- Licensing specialist reviewed Clearinghouse employer roster. List is not updated as new employees over 10 days of hire have not been added and ex-employees have not been removed. Technical assistance was provided that The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within ten 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 the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination.
- Correction status
- Due by February 22, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-09
No recorded violations in this report
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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed staff files for teachers pending to complete training. 4 staff are pending to complete training. Technical assistance was provided that Child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. A. Part I Courses (28 hours) School-Age child care personnel must complete all of the following: ?Child Care Facility Rules and Regulation (6 hours); ?Health, Safety, and Nutrition (8 hours); ?Identifying and Report ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel who had current pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification in each classroom/room/designated space, or outdoor area occupied by children. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing specialist reviewed staff files and staff in the library where all children were during the inspection, did not have training. Technical assistance was provided that Each school-age child care program must have at least one child care personnel with a current and valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures. By June 12, 2021, at all times in each classroom/room/designated space , or outdoor area occupied by children, at least one of the child care personnel assigned to provide direct supervision to that specific group must have current first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary re ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 4, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - CPR Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2
- Official code
- 31-05
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed fire inspection provided. It is dated 8/14/2024, but it has various pending corrections with results: Referred to State. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector. 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 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 22, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-02
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. SACCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed 4 staff files and the staff have not complete 40-hour training by their time frame. Technical assistance was provided that Child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Child care personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, must successfully complete 40 hours of child care training as evidenced by successful complet ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 31, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] SACCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed 2 staff background screening with expired results. The provider have a letter from Miami Dade County Public Schools stating that the staff have met level 2 screening, however, the Clearinghouse screenings are expired. Technical assistance was provided that Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. All fingerprints must be submitted and processed through the Background ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-07
No recorded violations in this report
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Report comments
- Staff files were not available for review at time of inspection. Technical assistance was provided that 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. Not Monitored Comments Staff files were not available for review at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Report comments
- All (9) child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which 9 were updated for compliance. 2 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director, however the files were not available for review. Technical assistance was provided that 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.
- Correction status
- Due by May 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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 December 2023]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Report comments
- FSC reviewed fire drill log and a drill did not take place in December 2023. Technical assistance was provided that during the facilitys licensure 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. Last fire drill was conducted on 11/3/2023. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route has not been conducted during licensure year. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority has not been conducted during licensure year. One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done has not been conducted during licensure year. One emergency INCLEMENT W ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- FSC reviewed 4 staff files that have not begun introductory training and have been working for longer than 90 days. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Report comments
- FSC reviewed 6 staff files and they have not begun training. Technical assistance was provided that child care personnel must begin training within 90 days of employment and successfully complete the Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframe begins at the time of employment in the child care industry. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. This may be accomplished by classroom attendance in a Department-approved training ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-03
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provider did not have annual fire inspection ready for review by licensing counselor at time of inspection. TA was given to the provider explaining that the facility is required to have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority at all times for review by licensing as per SACCF Handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- 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 [Provider did not have fire drill log ready for review by licensing at time of inspection]. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A
- Report comments
- Provider did not have fire drill log ready for review by licensing at time of inspection. TA was given to the provider explaining that During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care and documented on the fire drill log form for review by licensing at any given time as per SACCF Handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-06
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed that only ( 1 ) staff member had proof of current and completed in-service hrs on file for review at time of inspection. TA was given to the provider explaining that Child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month, must complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30 and documented proof must be on file at all times for review by licensing as per SACCF Handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-06
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed that several files were incomplete. _13__ of _13_ personnel files were reviewed for compliance. TA was given to the provider explaining that Personnel records or copies of records must be maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority as per SACCF Handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by February 24, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
- Official code
- 37-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed ( 2 ) staff members with no background screening on file. TA was given to the provider explaining that documentation of a Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance must be on file for all child care personnel for review by licensing at all times as per SACCF Handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] SACCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed a total of ( 3 ) expired background screenings on file at time of review. TA was given to the provider explaining that background screenings must completed: every five years after the initial screening and a copy must be kept on file for review by licensing at all times as per SACCF Handbook.
- Correction status
- Due by February 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-07
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 process for ensuring that all staff members are properly added to the background screening roster and that their files are complete?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has previously had difficulty maintaining a current employee roster and complete personnel files in the background screening system. This question helps parents understand the steps currently taken to ensure all staff are properly vetted and documented.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that there is always a staff member with current pediatric CPR certification present in every area where children are supervised?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show a finding where a staff member in a designated area lacked current pediatric CPR certification. This question helps parents understand how the center maintains safety coverage for children at all times.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your center's current procedure for tracking and verifying that all staff have completed their required introductory child care training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report indicates that there have been multiple instances where staff did not complete their required 40-hour introductory training within the expected timeframe. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center ensures staff meet these educational requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you describe how the center keeps track of upcoming fire safety inspections and ensures that all required emergency drills are conducted on a regular schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has had past instances of missing current fire safety inspections and incomplete monthly emergency drill logs. This question helps parents understand how the center manages its emergency preparedness schedule.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining organized and accessible records for all staff members to ensure they are always ready for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports show that there have been times when personnel records were not available for review by the licensing authority. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative practices for maintaining staff documentation.
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