Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.17
- Local median
- 0.12
LITTLE STEPS II INC
17051 S Dixie Hwy, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
- License:
- C11MD3072
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 33
- License expiration:
- November 30, 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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJune 19, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 19, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for LITTLE STEPS II INC from March 23, 2023 through June 19, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 29, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of November 25, 2024.
Six later inspections, from October 31, 2024 through June 19, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33157
Compared to 56 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.23
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.
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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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed several water spots on the ceiling tiles in Lobby Exit and common areas throughout the facility. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the CCF Handbook that ( 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 November 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster, at the time of inspection there were no (zero) child care personnel listed in the clearinghouse roster. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (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/Director 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 November 25, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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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 process you use to keep your staff and contractor records updated in the state clearinghouse?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an October 2024 inspection noted that the facility needed to update its personnel roster in the state system. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures its administrative and background screening records are kept current.
- Context
- The inspection report indicates this was due for correction by November 2024.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle routine maintenance and repairs to ensure the facility stays in good condition for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2024 noted some ceiling tiles that required repair. Asking about the facility's maintenance process provides insight into how the center monitors its environment to keep it well-maintained.
- Context
- The inspection report indicates this was due for correction by November 2024.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily process for checking the classrooms and play areas to ensure everything is ready for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center performs daily safety and cleanliness checks helps parents feel confident about the environment where their children spend their time. This process is a standard part of maintaining a high-quality care setting.
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily activities or any changes in the classroom routine?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication between teachers and parents is essential for a child's development and comfort. Learning about the center's preferred methods for sharing updates helps parents stay involved in their child's daily experience.
General question
What kind of training or professional development do your staff members participate in throughout the year?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Ongoing training shows a commitment to providing quality care and staying current with best practices in early childhood education. This information helps parents understand the qualifications and support provided to the teaching team.