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Boca Lyons Academy School Of The Arts

22354 SW 57th Ave, Boca Raton, FL 33428

License:
C15PB0278
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
232
License expiration:
December 31, 2026

Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.

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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 inspectionFebruary 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsOctober 21, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Boca Lyons Academy School Of The Arts from March 6, 2023 through February 27, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 15 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 27, 2026 and involved child guidance.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
15

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

3 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33428

Compared to 11 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.36
Local median
0.64

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
45%
Local median
20%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
55%
Local median
38%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.73

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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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The child care staff failed to comply with the facilitys written policy as evidenced by [Employee pulling the child's hair.]. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Discipline not constructive by staff pulling the childs hair
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
Official code
09-01
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
There was no written verification on file that staff had received a copy of the facility's disciplinary policy.
Correction / follow-up note
Violation was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Discipline (Article IX.C)
Official code
09-05
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Higher concern: Attendance accountability
Report finding
The daily attendance log for the [24 to 36 months old group, and for Room 2's 3 year olds group] group was not completed to give real time information. Safety [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the inspection, observed the daily attendance log was not marked for the children in the 24 to 36-month-olds class. Staff promptly marked the attendance of the children in the classroom. In Room 2, observed the attendance was not updated to show real-time information. Staff also promptly corrected the attendance to reflect the children in the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that attendance logs must be maintained with the group and give real-time information of children in care.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Daily Attendance Log (Article XV.E)
Official code
34-01
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
An exit that did not open onto a safe, protected area lacked an operable, audible alert mechanism that sounded when the door was opened.
Inspector notes
Observed the toddler room, which lacked an audible alarm. The provider installed one. Technical assistance was provided.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Audible Alert Mechanism (Article X.A) (Article X.A)
Official code
39-01
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility made a structural alteration or modification to the licensed facility without first submitting plans to the Department showing the proposed changes.
Report comments
The provider still has not completed renovating the Kazebo area for infant play area. The surface with fake turf is still not completed. The turf is not not levele and turf has to be sercured. Technical assistance was provided to smooth out the surface that is bumpy and is a ripping hazard.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E)
Official code
02-08
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play space calculated at 45 square feet per infant for at least one-half of the total licensed capacity of infants allows [not measured] infants to use the space at one time, and [not measured] infants were observed in the play space. (Section 1.2, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The provider erected a structure on the infant play area and it has not been measured. Technical assistance was provided that the are need to be measured to calculate the number of infants that can be accommodated on the play area.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 - Capacity, Page 10)
Official code
04-05
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility's inside temperature was not maintained between 72 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. (Section 10.3, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed all the classrooms had temperatures registering between 68-71 degrees Fahrenheit. Technical assistance was provided that the temperature has to be between 72 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Physical Facility: Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A) Lighting, Temperature, Ventilation (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 23-24)
Official code
22-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed window screens on the otdoor play area in builing 1 Infant-Toddler area. Technical assistance was provided to have the items removed.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B) (Article X.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
Official code
25-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
An irritating odor/toxic fume was present in a room occupied by children.
Inspector notes
Observed workers, plastering the walls and painting. Repairs, or other activities that could endanger the healthor safety of children, may not take place during operatinghours, even in areas not occupied by children. Technical assistance was provided that repairs are not to be done during hours of operation.
Correction status
Due by May 21, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
36-05
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The facility made a structural alteration or modification to the licensed facility without first submitting plans to the Department showing the proposed changes.
Report comments
The provider is modifying the infant play area Toddler building and did not inform licensing department about these changes. Technical assistance was provided that all modifications made at a child care facility the provider has to inform licensing department before making the changes.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (Article IV.A, and E)
Official code
02-08
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed the outdoor play area by building 1 had hazardous items, shovels, picks, bricks and other tools used by contractors. Technical assistance was provided that these equipment have to be locked and stored after use.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Outdoor Play Area Free of Debris/Fenced/Shaded (Article X.B) (Article X.B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
Official code
25-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The following supplementary records required for screening was incomplete or inaccurate [Background Screening is missing for contractors, plumbers and painters while working on the premises while the provider is remodeling. Technical assistance was provided that workers are not to be ding work while children are in care between the hours of operation 7:00AM-6:00PM.].
Report comments
Background Screening is missing for contractors, plumbers and painters while working on the premises while the provider is remodeling. Technical assistance was provided that workers are not to be doing work while children are in care between the hours of operation 7:00AM-6:00PM.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2024
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 61 - Information Background Screening Check (Article VII.A, and B) (Article VII.A, and B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Page 49)
Official code
61-01
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Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The room capacity was not posted conspicuously in the following room(s): [1 1/2 year old Room, 1 year, Room 1, Room 2, Room 7, Room 8 and Room 9] (Section 1, number 1) General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed the following rooms 1 1/2 year old Room, 1 year, Room 1, Room 2, Room 7, Room 8 and Room 9 did not have capacities posted. Technical assistance was provided to make sure that the rooms have the capacities posted at all times. The provider posted the rooms with capacities during the inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 1 - Capacity, Page 10)
Official code
04-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
A piece of stationary outdoor play equipment, a [several play houses on the 1 year old and 3-4-5 year old playgrounds], was not securely anchored. (Section 11.2, number 2) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed several play houses on the 1 year old and 3-4-5 year old playgrounds. The provider anchored the playhouses securely to the fenced during the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Play Equipment (Article X.A, and H) (Article X.A, and H) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 11 Equipment and Furnishings, Pages 26-27)
Official code
31-01
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
The facility did not maintain a minimum distance of 18 inches around individual napping spaces. (Section 10.4, number 3) Safety [SR]
Inspector notes
Observed children napping mats not 18 inches apart during nap time. Technical assistance was provided to make sure that during nap time the mats are distanced 18 inches apart. The children were moved around 18 inches apart during the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 38 - Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29)
Official code
38-19

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 current training process for staff regarding the facility's disciplinary policy?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a February 2026 inspection note that there was no written verification on file confirming staff had received a copy of the facility's disciplinary policy. Asking about this helps clarify how the center ensures all employees are trained on and understand the expected standards for child guidance.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure that attendance logs are consistently updated to reflect real-time information for each classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2026 identified that attendance logs were not fully completed to show real-time information for certain groups. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining accurate group tracking throughout the day.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that any necessary facility repairs or maintenance are scheduled safely while children are present?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a May 2024 inspection noted concerns regarding maintenance activities occurring during operating hours. This question allows the provider to explain their current policy for managing facility improvements to ensure the environment remains comfortable and safe for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the current process for ensuring that all outdoor play areas remain clear of debris and that play equipment is securely anchored?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2023 and 2024 show multiple findings related to outdoor play area maintenance and equipment security. Asking this helps parents understand the center's ongoing routine for inspecting and maintaining the outdoor space.
Related violations
General question

How does the center communicate with families about daily routines and classroom activities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication between parents and staff is essential for staying informed about a child's day. This question helps families understand how the center shares information and manages daily updates.