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MBJCC Early Childhood Academy

4221 Pine Tree Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33140

License:
C11MD3227
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 4:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
32
License expiration:
April 30, 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

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 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for MBJCC Early Childhood Academy from April 16, 2024 through April 21, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on August 12, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of October 10, 2025.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Three later inspections, from September 22, 2025 through April 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
8

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 2 local median in 33140

Compared to 15 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.13
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
13%
Local median
8%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.27

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
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Report comments
Non-Compliance Description: The center does not have an active Director Credential Technical assistance was provided per CCF handbook: The director responsible for the daily operation of the program did not have an active Director Credential. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Correction status
Due by October 10, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 34 - Credentialed Staff
Official code
34-04

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 tell me about the current director's credentials and how the center ensures these remain active?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection noted that the director did not have an active credential at that time. This question helps confirm that the leadership requirements are currently met and managed.
Context
A later inspection in April 2026 did not note this issue.
Related violations
General question

How does the center support ongoing professional development and training for the teaching staff?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the center's approach to staff training helps families understand how the team stays current on best practices and classroom standards.
General question

What is the typical daily routine for the children, and how is it structured to balance learning and play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily schedule gives parents insight into how the program manages transitions, activities, and supervision throughout the day.
General question

How do you communicate with parents regarding their child's progress or any updates in the classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication practices are essential for building a strong partnership between families and the center's staff.
General question

What measures are in place to ensure consistent supervision of children during outdoor play and transitions?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about supervision practices helps parents feel confident in how the facility maintains a watchful environment for all children in their care.