Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.67
- Local median
- 0.31
Branches South Miami
5961 SW 68th St Ste 105, South Miami, FL 33143
- License:
- C11MD3529
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Food Served
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 51
- License expiration:
- September 21, 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
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 inspectionMay 12, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJanuary 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Branches South Miami from June 4, 2025 through May 12, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 12, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of May 31, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33143
Compared to 22 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.64
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.
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 2A10BC within 75 feet of rooms occupied by children or in vehicles used to transport children. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, C
- Report comments
- Upon inspecting the bus, the licensing specialist noticed the fire extinguisher was expired since 02/2025 A. 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. B. Fire extinguishers with a minimu ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 21 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8
- Official code
- 21-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Preparation of food occurred in an area that is not a designated food preparation area. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection, the licensing specialist observed an oven placed in the middle of the hallway near of an emergency exit. Cables were also observed on the floor in the middle of the hallway, children use this hallway to go to the play area. Technical assistance was provided. TA was provided A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen, or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. Provider removed oven and placed in the kitchen, solved at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 22 - Food Preparation Area & Food Storage SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2
- Official code
- 22-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4
- Inspector notes
- Upon reviewing staff files, LS observed the staff has not completed the transportation training, All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must complete training by April 1, 2020. Documentation of training must be maintained on the tr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4
- Official code
- 28-09
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- First aid kit did not accompany child care personnel on a field trip, on an activity away from the facility, or while transporting children. SACCF Handbook, Section 6.2, B
- Inspector notes
- Upon inspecting the bus, the licensing specialist observed that the first aid kit was defective and missing items. The provider replaced it with a new first aid kit during the inspection. A first aid kit must be accessible and available to child care personnel when children are participating on field trips, during transporting, and other activities away from the facility.
- Correction status
- Due by June 12, 2026
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - First Aid Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 and 6.2
- Official code
- 32-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, C
- Inspector notes
- Upon reviewing personnel files, the licensing specialist observed that two employees did not have background screening clearance. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by May 31, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents SACCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 and Section 5
- Official code
- 38-02
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 current process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that documentation of Level 2 background screening clearance was missing for some personnel. This question helps clarify how the center now maintains these records to ensure all staff meet current requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps have been taken to ensure all staff who transport children have completed the required specialized safety training?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from May 2026 indicate that the facility did not have documented proof of transportation safety training for personnel involved in transporting children. Asking about this helps confirm that the necessary training is now documented and up to date.
- Context
- Correction is due by 7/12/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage your safety equipment, such as first aid kits and fire extinguishers, to ensure they are always ready and compliant for use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from May 2026 identified concerns regarding the maintenance of first aid kits and the expiration of a fire extinguisher. This question allows the director to explain the current system for regular equipment checks and replacements.
- Context
- Corrections are due by 6/12/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe your procedures for designating and maintaining safe food preparation areas within the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that food preparation occurred in an area not designated for that purpose. This question helps parents understand how the center ensures that food is prepared in appropriate, safe spaces.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with parents regarding daily routines and any changes in center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication helps families feel informed about their child's daily environment and any updates to center operations. Understanding these channels provides insight into how the provider keeps parents connected to the care being provided.