Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.63
- Local median
- 0.37
Miami Lakes Preschool
18600 NW 87th Ave Unit 111, Hialeah, FL 33015
- License:
- C11MD2877
- 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, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 199
- License expiration:
- February 13, 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
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 inspectionJune 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for Miami Lakes Preschool from January 26, 2023 through June 9, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 30, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of February 18, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from March 11, 2026 through June 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 16
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 2
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33015
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- 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.
Facility condition
Appeared across 4 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
May 15, 2024September 10, 2024January 21, 2025May 14, 2025Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
May 14, 2025January 30, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed student files without updated immunizations. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Fl ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed expired DH 3040 forms The Student Health Examination or the signed statement is valid for two years from the date the physical was performed. An up-to-date version must be on file for as long as the child is enrolled at the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by February 18, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 42 - Student Health and Records
- Official code
- 42-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- FSC observed that the wall in the two-year-old classroom need to be repainted. All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months.
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed student had expired immunization form. The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local county health department. Specific immunization requirements are included and detailed in the most current edition of the Immunization Guidelines-Florida ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed the VPK class bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. 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. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinet
- Correction status
- Due by February 21, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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
- FSC observed the VPK class bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. 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. Bedding and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets
- Correction status
- Due by October 10, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
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
- FSC observed blankets were on cots while being stored. Provider resolved the compliance by placing the blankets in bags and putting them in the children cubbies 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. Beddings and linens shall not be stored in the bathroom, unless stored in cabinets
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 18 - Bedding and Linens
- Official code
- 18-12
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- All adults and children failed to evacuate the facility when the approved fire alarm system was activated. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, B (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- All Adults Failed to evacuate the facility during a fire drill, A parent and a staff member remained inside. Provider has resolved the non-compliance at the time of the inspection by having the staff and the parent evacuate the building. TA: The Staff member was given TA at time of inspection: 3.8.4 Fire Drills: When the facilitys approved fire alarm alert system is activated or initiated, all adults and children must evacuate the facility.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-11
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, C and 3.8.5, A (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- TA: The staff went back inside to collect the parent information. Childcare personnel failed to possess parents contact information during a fire drill.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-12
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [The flyer was provided to the parent after or before the due date.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Correction / follow-up note
- TA: Annually, in the months of April and September, the child care facility must provide parents/guardians of the children enrolled in the facility with information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child at the facility and instead leave them in the adults vehicle upon arrival at the adults destination.CF/PI 175- 12, brochure, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(x), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com
- Correction status
- Due by February 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
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
How does the center ensure that all student health and immunization records are kept current and up-to-date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that recent inspections identified instances where student health examination forms and immunization certificates were expired. Asking about the current tracking process helps families understand how the center manages these important health documents.
- Context
- The facility was given a due date to correct these record-keeping items in early 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you walk me through your current process for storing bedding and linens to ensure they remain clean and sanitary?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that the storage of bedding and linens has been a repeated topic of discussion in multiple reports. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to maintain sanitary conditions for children's nap items.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the staff take to ensure all adults and children are accounted for and evacuated during emergency drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted a past instance where not all individuals evacuated during a drill. Asking about current emergency procedures helps parents understand how the center prioritizes safety during practice scenarios.
- Context
- This observation was from a 2024 inspection and was corrected at the time.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the facility's physical environment to ensure that all areas remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a past inspection mentioned a need for maintenance in a classroom area. This question provides an opportunity to learn about the center's routine facility inspection and repair schedule.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about important safety policies and annual reminders?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is vital for keeping parents informed about health and safety requirements. Understanding how the center shares information helps families feel confident in the partnership between home and school.