Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.83
- Local median
- 0.7
Easter Seals - Civic
1475 NW 14th Ave, Miami, FL 33125
- License:
- C11MD3272
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, VPK, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 61
- License expiration:
- August 15, 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 inspectionMarch 23, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 23, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for Easter Seals - Civic from August 16, 2023 through March 23, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with 10 recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on November 12, 2025 and involved staff training, with a due date of December 15, 2025.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 10
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33125
Compared to 26 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 28%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.54
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
March 21, 2024December 4, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
March 13, 2025November 12, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the Child Care Licensing Specialist observed that the facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does not constitute begin training. The begin training timeframes begin at the ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection the licensing specialist observed that the facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [the use of fire extinguishers]. All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by December 15, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
No recorded violations in this report
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 required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the family service counselor observed that the child care personnel, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. Technical support that was given to the provider were Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection the family service counselor observed that the facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [the use of fire extinguishers]. All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training.
- Correction status
- Due by April 14, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-09
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
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection the Family Service Counselor observed that the Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age- appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide Child Care Facility Handbook Page | 60 documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to rece ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-02
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 detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [not on file or online for the family service counselor to see during the inspection in person.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.4.
- Correction / follow-up note
- During the inspection the family service counselor observed that the facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus annually during the months of August through September in that [ not on file or online for the family service counselor to see during the inspection in person.]. Technical support that was given to the provider stated that the annually, during the months of August and September, the facility must provide parents/guardians with information detailing the causes, symptoms, and transmission of the influenza virus. To assist ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-06
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 [students files were missing the documentations during the inspection]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the Family Services Counselor observed that 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 [ students files were missing the documentations during the inspection.] Technical support that was given to the provider stated that there shall be signed statements from the custodial parents or legal guardian that the child care facility has provided them with the following information: annually, in the months of April and Septembe ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 6, 2025
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
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility failed to include their license number when advertising. s.402.318, F.S.
- Inspector notes
- The counselor observed that the facility failed to include their license number when advertising. Technical support that was given to the provider were may not advertise a child care facility, family day care home, or large family child care home without including within such advertisement the state or local agency license number or registration number of such facility or home.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - License Displayed/Citation Posted/Advertising
- Official code
- 01-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- The facility does not have a general statement in the parent handbook/policies to inform parents at the time of enrollment that some children in care may not have current immunizations. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B
- Correction / follow-up note
- The Counselor observed that the facility does not have a general statement in the parent handbook/policies to inform parents at the time of enrollment that some children in care may not have current immunizations. Technical support that was given to the provider were If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical orreligious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide Child Ca ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Immunization Records
- Official code
- 41-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
- Report comments
- There were two employee that has a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. Technical support that was given to the provider were that each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Due by April 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-01
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
Could you describe the process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection identified a gap in maintaining required background screening forms for employees. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center tracks and verifies these essential personnel documents.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage and track staff training requirements, such as fire extinguisher training, to ensure all records remain up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that documentation regarding staff training, including fire extinguisher training, has been a repeated topic of discussion in recent reports. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring training compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current procedure for verifying that children's immunization records are current and complete upon enrollment?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report indicates that immunization record documentation has been noted in multiple visits. Understanding the center's current verification process helps parents feel confident about health record management.
Related violations
General question
How do you ensure that all required safety information, such as influenza and distracted adult awareness materials, is consistently provided to families?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Staying informed about health and safety topics is a key part of the partnership between families and childcare providers. This question helps clarify how the center keeps parents updated on important seasonal and safety information.
General question
What steps does the center take to ensure that all administrative requirements, such as license display and advertising, are consistently met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining clear administrative records and proper public information is part of operating a transparent facility. This question provides insight into how the center manages its regulatory responsibilities.