Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.54
- Local median
- 0.12
Smile Kids daycare corp
29629 S Dixie Hwy, Homestead, FL 33033
- License:
- C11MD3320
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 4:30AM to 9:00PM; Sat: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 61
- License expiration:
- December 7, 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
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 inspectionJune 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Smile Kids daycare corp from November 6, 2023 through June 5, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 13, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of September 14, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
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
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33033
Compared to 40 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 38%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.33
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
October 23, 2024July 1, 2025March 13, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Expired 12/4/2024 TA 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. Fire EXT: 7/25
- Correction status
- Due by September 14, 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
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, B Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed the facility did not have documentation of a fire extinguisher being properly maintained to include being serviced and retagged timely, and/or with a current certificate. TA Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. Last fire drill was conducted on 6/4/2025, One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 6/4/2025, One fire drill during napping/sleeping times was done on 4/7/2025, and One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on pending to be done, One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on 10/11/2024, an ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-05
No recorded violations in this report
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 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed an area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. The center has paint peeling from the wall in the first classroom, on the left side of the classroom when entering the through the door. TA 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 m ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed a health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. The center has rust on the door for the back area. TA 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 April 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- There was evidence or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed there was evidence, or the presence of rodent or vermin observed in the facility. The center had ants in the cereal area and the bread area. TA 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 April 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-09
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed the facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. TA 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 April 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- A signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.1.
- Correction / follow-up note
- LS observed a signed statement from the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s) attesting that the facility had provided the department's Know Your Child Care Facility brochure was not on file for the child(ren). Please see supplemental. TA The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. CF-FSP Form 5219 may be obtained ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-03
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
Can you walk me through your process for ensuring that your annual fire safety inspections are up to date and filed correctly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has had multiple instances where the required annual fire safety inspection documentation was not on file. This question helps clarify the current administrative process for maintaining these important safety records.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 2026-06-05.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current routine for inspecting the facility to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 noted concerns regarding facility maintenance, including wall repairs and general upkeep. Asking about the daily or weekly maintenance routine helps families understand how the center keeps the environment in good condition.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 2026-06-05.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle pest control and facility sanitation to ensure the environment stays clean for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 mention findings related to the presence of pests in the facility. This question allows the director to explain the current professional pest control and cleaning practices in place.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 2026-06-05.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you involve your staff in regular emergency drills to ensure everyone is prepared for different scenarios?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- The available inspection records show that emergency preparedness topics have appeared in multiple reports over the last few years. This question provides an opportunity to hear how the team stays current on safety protocols and drill requirements.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 2026-06-05.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure all required enrollment documents and parent brochures are completed and on file for every child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2024 inspection noted that a required parent brochure acknowledgment was missing from a file. This question helps understand the current administrative check-and-balance system for enrollment paperwork.
Related violations