Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.33
- Local median
- 0.38
Crafty Minds
563 NE 67th St, Miami, FL 33138
- License:
- C11MD3605
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- After School, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 9:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 43
- License expiration:
- September 8, 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 inspectionApril 20, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 30, 2025
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Crafty Minds from August 18, 2025 through April 20, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 20, 2026 and involved background screening.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 4
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33138
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 15%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.48
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.
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not have an employment application on file. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, it was observed that one (1) or more child care personnel did not have an employment application on file, as required. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4(A). Technical Assistance Provided: The facility was advised that all child care personnel must have a completed employment application maintained in their personnel file and readily available for review at all times. The operator was reminded to ensure all required documentation is obtained and kept current for each employee to maintain compliance with CCF Handbook, Section 7.4(A). This standard was corrected at the time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 44-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, it was observed that the employment history check was not on file for review. As such, it did not include all required information, including the applicants job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1(D). D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character was not completed at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, B
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, it was observed that one or more staff personnel did not have a completed Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character on file at the time of initial screening and/or upon a change in employment. This is not in compliance with CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1(B). B. CF Form 1649A, Child Care Attestation of Good Moral Character, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(a), F.A.C., must be completed for all child care personnel at the time of initial screening or upon change in employers. CF Form 1649A may be obtained from the Departments website at www.myflfamilies.com/childcare. Technical Assistance Provided: The facility was advised that al ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-06
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, it was observed that the facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse for all child care personnel, as required. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1(K). K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 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. Technical Assistance Provided: The facility was advised that all child care p ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
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 your process for ensuring that all staff background screening rosters and records are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that the facility had gaps in maintaining current staff rosters in the required clearinghouse system. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center manages these administrative requirements now.
- Context
- The issue identified in the report was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you verify that all new employees have completed the necessary moral character attestations before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from April 2026 noted that some staff records were missing the required attestation forms. This question allows the director to explain the current steps taken to ensure all personnel documentation is complete upon hiring.
- Context
- The issue identified in the report was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that comprehensive employment history verifications are documented for every new staff member?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from April 2026 indicate that employment history verifications were not fully documented for some staff. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the center confirms the background and experience of its employees.
- Context
- The issue identified in the report was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you maintain personnel files to ensure that all required employment applications and records are readily available for review?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An inspection report from April 2026 noted that some staff employment applications were missing from their files. This question provides insight into how the center organizes and maintains its staff records today.
- Context
- The issue identified in the report was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to staff training and ongoing professional development for your team?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center supports its staff helps parents gauge the quality of care and the stability of the team. This information provides a broader view of the center's commitment to maintaining a qualified and well-trained workforce.