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Corner Stone To The Arts

8851 SW 168th St, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157

License:
C11MD3337
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 2:30PM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
233
License expiration:
April 4, 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

Recent higher-concern violation

At least one higher-concern violation appears in the last 12 months.

Next: Read reports, examine repeated topics below, look at the broader history, and ask what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionApril 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 24, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for Corner Stone To The Arts from March 11, 2024 through April 24, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with 13 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 19, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 20, 2026.

That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.

Two later inspections, from April 8, 2026 through April 24, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

8 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
13

13 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

6 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33157

Compared to 56 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.08
Local median
0.12

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
25%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
25%
Local median
8%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
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.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority available for the License Specialist LW to review. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that (Unless statutorily exempted, all school-age child care programs must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Nonresidential Child Care Facilities, and must be inspected annually. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority.)
Correction status
Due by September 18, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
Official code
21-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted for Licensure Year. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that ( Lockdown and inclement weather drills must be conducted when children are in care. Lockdown or inclement weather drills shall be practiced a minimum of one time per operating year when children are in care. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. No more than three fire drills may be substituted for during a 12-month period. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months. A current attendance record and emergency contact information mus ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 3, 2026
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
Official code
21-15
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The credentialed director was not on-site a majority of the hours that the facility is in operation as documented on timesheets, personnel schedules or employment records. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7, A
Inspector notes
Licensed Specialist LW Observed that the Credentialed Director was not on-site during the last Three (3) unannounced on-site Inspections. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that ( Each school-age child care program must have a credentialed director that is on-site a majority of hours that the facility is in operation.)
Correction status
Due by April 3, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 29 - Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7
Official code
29-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
Child records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3, A
Correction / follow-up note
License Specialist observed that child records were not available for review by the licensing authority at time of inspection. Technical Assistance was given to the provider as per the SACCF Handbook that ( The facility operator must obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information must be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, or an equivalent form that contains all of the information required by the Department. CF-FSP Form 5219 is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the licensing authority or by going to the Departm ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 36 - Enrollment Information SACCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s.
Official code
36-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that Personnel records were not available for review by the licensing authority. Technical Assistance was given to the Provider as per the SACCF Handbook that ( Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority and must include: A. A complete employment application with the required statement pursuant to section 402.3055(1)(b), F.S. B. Documentation of position and date of employment. C. A signed CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse &Neglect Reporting Requirements form. CF-FSP Form 5337 is incorporated by reference ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 20, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Official code
37-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Inspector notes
License Specialist observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. 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 ten days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator 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 April 20, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
Official code
38-09
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Report comments
No documentation of employee roster received from provider. T.A. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of the employment termination.
Correction status
Due by February 20, 2026
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
Official code
38-09
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
The facility failed to post the room capacity in each room. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.4.1, A
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed no capacity posted in rooms. T.A. The capacity, as calculated by the licensing authority during the initial inspection for each room, must be posted in a conspicuous location within the room.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 15 - Licensed Capacity SACCF Handbook , Section 3.4
Official code
15-05
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
The facility did not have documentation of the child care personnels completion of required training on the training transcript in that [Training transcripts are not on file for some staff]. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.5
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed no training transcripts on file for some staff members. Please see supplemental for more details. T.A. The Departments training transcript will be the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the Departments training and school-age training documentation. A. A copy of the Departments training transcript may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. B. A copy of the training transcript must be included in each child care personnels record maintained at the school-age child care program. C. School-age training documentation must be uploaded into the Florida Pathways (Registry), which may be accessed ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.5, B
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. Please see supplemental for more details. T.A. 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 December 23, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
Official code
28-07
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form was not signed annually for some staff. T.A. A signed CF-FSP 5217, Volunteer Acknowledgement form, for volunteers. CF-FSP 5217 is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001 (7)(e), F.A.C., and may be obtained from the Departments website, www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Written documentation of volunteer hours must be maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. All 7 child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which 7 were updated for compliance. 2 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director and 2 removed.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 37 - Personnel Records SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4
Official code
37-04
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. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed no 5131 form on file for some employees. Please see supplemental for more details T.A. 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 December 23, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
Official code
38-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. SACCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
Inspector notes
Licensing specialist observed employee roster was not maintain by facility. T.A. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within five days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 5 days of the employment termination.
Correction status
Due by December 23, 2025
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
Official code
38-09

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 your current process for keeping staff background screening rosters updated in the state system?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that the facility has been noted for not maintaining a current employee roster in the state clearinghouse. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures these administrative requirements are met consistently.
Context
The facility was noted for this in March 2026, and a later clean inspection occurred in April 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all required personnel records are kept on-site and ready for review?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 indicated that some personnel records were not available for review at the facility. This question allows the director to explain the current system for organizing and maintaining these important documents.
Context
A later clean inspection occurred in April 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure the credentialed director is on-site during the majority of operating hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that the presence of a credentialed director during operating hours has been a topic of discussion in recent reports. Asking about the current practice helps parents understand how the center manages leadership coverage.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage and track the completion of required annual training for all staff members?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from recent inspections indicate that documentation for staff training and in-service requirements was not always complete. This question provides insight into how the center currently monitors and verifies that all staff meet their professional training obligations.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for conducting and documenting emergency preparedness drills throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official report from March 2026 noted that emergency preparedness drills were not conducted as required. Asking about the current drill schedule helps parents understand how the center prepares for various emergency scenarios.
Context
A later clean inspection occurred in April 2026.
Related violations