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YMCA Of South Florida At Virginia A. Boone/Highland Oaks Elementary

20500 NE 24th Ave, Miami, FL 33180

License:
C11MD3163
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
229
License expiration:
August 16, 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 inspectionApril 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 15, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for YMCA Of South Florida At Virginia A. Boone/Highland Oaks Elementary from January 26, 2023 through April 15, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 13, 2024 and involved background screening, with a due date of December 13, 2024.

Five later inspections, from December 26, 2024 through April 15, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
15

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 9.5 local median in 33180

Compared to 28 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.27
Local median
0.2

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
7%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
27%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.07

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: Background screening
Report finding
Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR]
Report comments
A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. The five-year re-screen is required for all childcare personnel. The five-year re-screen must include, at a minimum, 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.
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2024
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
Official code
45-07
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
Inspector notes
Licensing authority has observed one personnel that has not completed 40 hour introductory training requirement, as evidenced by the DCF transcript. Technical assistance per CCF Handbook 4.2.1, ""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 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by July 6, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
View official 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
Technical assistance per CCF Handbook 4.2.1, ""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 Health, Safety and Nutrition Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 28, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01
View official 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
[1 of 4] personnel has not completed 40 hour introductory child care training requirement Technical assistance per CCF Handbook 4.2.1, ""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 Ru ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
Official code
33-01

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 describe the process you use to ensure all staff members stay current with their required background screenings?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in November 2024 show a finding related to the timing of required background screening renewals. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center manages these important administrative requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on April 15, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure new staff members complete their introductory training requirements promptly?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 noted findings regarding the completion of the 40-hour introductory training for staff. This question allows the director to explain the current onboarding and training verification process.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on April 15, 2026.
Related violations
General question

How do you support your team in balancing their daily classroom responsibilities with ongoing professional development and training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center prioritizes staff growth and training helps parents feel confident that teachers are well-prepared to support children's development.
General question

What is your approach to maintaining consistent communication with families regarding daily activities and any important updates?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication is essential for a strong partnership between families and childcare providers, ensuring parents stay informed about their child's experience.
General question

Could you walk me through how you supervise the classrooms to ensure children are always well-supported throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about supervision practices gives parents insight into how the center maintains a secure and attentive environment for all children in their care.