Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.81
- Local median
- 0.31
Precious Kids Academy, Inc
2625 W 78th St 1, Hialeah, FL 33016
- License:
- C11MD3057
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 70
- License expiration:
- September 8, 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.
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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 inspectionApril 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 22, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 16 available inspections for Precious Kids Academy, Inc from February 28, 2023 through April 22, 2026.
Eight inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 11, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio.
Two later inspections, from March 20, 2026 through April 22, 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
- 13
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 2
5 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
16 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33016
Compared to 35 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.77
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.
August 16, 2023December 16, 2024Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 6, 2024August 15, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- A ratio of [1 and infants] child care personnel for [1:4 for infants and 1:6 for 1 year olds] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [11] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During nap time, the licensing specialist observed that teachers were not present in the infant and one-year-old classrooms. One teacher was supervising 11 children at the time, the teachers were not in the building. TA was provided, in groups of mixed age ranges, where children under one year of age are included, one childcare personnel must be responsible for no more than four children of any age group, at all times. The issue was resolved at the time of inspection when the teachers returned to their classrooms to provide supervision.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Ratio Sufficient
- Official code
- 03-01
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 [11] based on 35 square feet and [15] children were observed in care. CCF Handbook , Section 3.4.2, D Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed 14 children sleeping in a classroom with a licensed capacity of 11 children. A review of the attendance sheet indicated 15 children enrolled/present in the classroom at the time of the visit. The number of children observed exceeded the approved classroom capacity.TA was provided, each room routinely used as a classroom must provide the minimum 35 square footage of usable indoor floor space per child.
- Correction status
- Due by February 26, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity
- Official code
- 15-03
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility's outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a threat to the health, safety or well-being of the children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- License specialist observed the shed located in the playground was unlocked and there were hazardous items such as cleaning products, rusty materials and trash. TA Provided to the director. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards
- Correction status
- Due by January 21, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The base of the fence in the outdoor play area was not at ground level and could allow inside or outside access by children or animals. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, F Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- License specialists observe that two parts of the fence was not a ground level. TA Provided to the provider: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level and be free from erosion or buildup to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 201 ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 17 - Outdoor Play Area/Fencing
- Official code
- 17-07
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- Center does not have a fire inspection. Unless statutorily exempted, all child care 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.
- Correction status
- Due by July 7, 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
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 Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed child had expired immunization. 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 Schools ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed employee has expired back ground screening. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by December 30, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 12.3, numbers 2 and 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed changing table was not cleaned off. Provider came into compliance by removing the items from the table. When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 30 - Diapering
- Official code
- 30-05
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 blankets were on the cots while stored away. Provider removed the blankets and put them into cubbies to come into compliance at the time of inspection. 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
- 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: 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. CCF Handbook Section 4.2.1
- Report comments
- Availability of the exam dates, the provider has the due date to come into compliance. Technical assistance, Child care personnel 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. Child care personnel who successfully completed the mandatory 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training prior to January 1, 2004 are not required to fulfill the competency examination requirement. A. Part I Courses (30 Hours) Child care personnel must complete all of the following: ? Child Care Facility Rules and Regulations ? Heal ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by February 14, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance when the roster was updated. Technical assistance, The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 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
- 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
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Required food temperatures were not maintained in that [streamed baby carrots and breaded fish were received at 150 degrees at 7:30 am. At serving time around 11:40 am the temperature was 102 degrees]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, D.7. Food and Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider came into compliance after portions of the food tray were reheated through microwave instead of the warmer provided by the food program. As technical assistance, To prevent food from becoming potentially hazardous, hot foods must be maintained at a temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, and cold foods must be maintained at temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit, or below.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 25 - Meals and Snacks
- Official code
- 25-06
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to ensure arrival and departure times were complete and accurate at the time of arrival or departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5, B
- Report comments
- Infants and [1 - 2 yrs.] classrooms came into compliance when teachers updated the attendance sheet in the respective room. As technical assistance, The custodial parent or guardian may document the time when his/her child enters and departs the child care facility or program. However, child care facility personnel are responsible for ensuring that attendance records are complete and accurate. ENFORCEMENT
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 46 - Daily Attendance
- Official code
- 46-03
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 describe the current process for ensuring that staff-to-child ratios are maintained at all times, especially during nap times or transitions?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 noted a finding regarding supervision and staff-to-child ratios. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center manages classroom coverage to ensure consistent supervision.
- Context
- The issue was noted as resolved at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff background screening documentation is kept up to date and easily accessible for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple instances where background screening documentation or roster maintenance was identified as an area for improvement. Discussing this process provides insight into how the center manages personnel compliance and record-keeping.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain the outdoor play area to ensure it remains free of hazards and that fencing is always secure?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in early 2026 identified concerns regarding the condition of the outdoor play area and fencing. This question helps parents understand the center's routine maintenance schedule for outdoor spaces.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring that all required emergency and fire safety inspections are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2026 noted that the facility did not have a current annual fire safety inspection on file. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center tracks and manages its regulatory requirements.
Related violations
General question
How does the center communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates daily updates and operational changes helps families feel connected to their child's care. This is a helpful way to gauge how the provider keeps parents informed about the daily environment.