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Flagler Montessori Inc

7643 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

License:
C15PB0350
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
135
License expiration:
December 31, 2026

Typical cost: Not available for Palm Beach County.

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 inspectionApril 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 16, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for Flagler Montessori Inc from April 21, 2023 through April 16, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on September 2, 2025 and involved health or food records, with a due date of September 12, 2025.

Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Four later inspections, from December 5, 2025 through April 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
15

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
11

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 9.5 local median in 33405

Compared to 18 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.73
Local median
0.79

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
7%
Local median
12%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
27%
Local median
28%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.17

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: Health or food records
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray.
Report comments
TB risk assessment was not current for the following staffs: Adriana Sharftein, expired 8/6/2025 Beatriz Rodriguez Murci, expired 5/19/2025 Toni Deutsch, expired 8/27/2025
Correction status
Due by September 12, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
Report comments
Health statement was not current for the following staffs: Adriana Sharftein, expired 8/6/2025 Beatriz Rodriguez Murci, expired 5/19/2025 Toni Deutsch, expired 8/27/2025
Correction status
Due by September 12, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D)
Official code
65-01
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file.
Report comments
1 child immunization has not been updated. See supplemental sheet for details
Correction status
Due by September 4, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
Official code
76-01
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Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
A container with a warning label to keep out of the reach of children was observed accessible to children in the area of [4&5 year- old].
Correction / follow-up note
Foaming hand sanitizer with warning label keep out of the reach of the children was observed accessible to children in the area of the 4&5 year-old classroom. Corrected onsite: Removed at time of the inspection
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Toxic/Hazardous Items (Article X.A)
Official code
36-06
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character".
Report comments
3 staff did not have up-to-date affidavit on file. Signed date: 8/3/2022
Correction status
Due by August 24, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 60 - Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A)
Official code
60-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that he/she was free of tuberculosis in a communicable stage as indicated by an approved TB risk assessment, skin test or chest X-ray.
Report comments
1 staff did not have T.B risk assessment on file. Document was not available at time of the inspection. See supplemental sheet for details
Correction status
Due by August 24, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 64 - Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D)
Official code
64-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children.
Report comments
1 staff did not have a physical examination on file. Document was not available at the time of the inspection. See supplemental sheet for details
Correction status
Due by August 24, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 65 - Physical Examination (Article XV.D)
Official code
65-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a Form 3040, Student Health Examination, upon admission.
Report comments
3 children did not have the a form 3040 on file. See supplemental sheet. Technical support provided: Upon admission, each child must have on file at the facility a written certificate of health examination, DH Form 3040, Student Health Examinations. The general health examination certificate shall be completed by a person given authority by Florida Statutes to perform health examinations.
Correction status
Due by August 24, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 75 - Physical Examination (Form 3040) (Article XV.C)
Official code
75-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have a current Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file.
Report comments
1 child did not have a current certificate of immunization on file. Expiration date: 05/20/2023. See supplemental sheet for details
Correction status
Due by August 24, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
Official code
76-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The facility did not have Form 680, Florida Certificate of Immunization, or Form 681 on file upon admission.
Report comments
3 children did not have the a form 3040 or from 681 on file. See supplemental sheet. Technical support provided: Each child must have on file at the facility a Florida Certificate of Immunization, DH Form 680 or form 681 on file Upon admission.The child care facility is responsible for obtaining and maintaining current and completed immunization information.
Correction status
Due by August 24, 2023
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 76 - Immunization Current (Form 680) (Article XV.C)
Official code
76-03
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Bottles of formula/beverage were not labeled with the individual childs name.
Inspector notes
Observed Majority of the sippy cups were not labeled Technical assistance was provided to ensure each Childs name is included on each bottle The director made corrections by labeling each sippy cup
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 45 - Bottles Capped and Labeled (Article XII.G)
Official code
45-01

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 process you use to ensure that all required staff background screening documentation is kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an instance where staff documentation was not current. This question helps understand the administrative practices in place for maintaining personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What measures are in place to ensure that potentially hazardous items, such as cleaning supplies or sanitizers, are always stored securely out of reach of children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report noted an item with a warning label that was accessible to children. Asking this helps clarify how the facility manages the storage of these items in daily practice.
Context
The item was removed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the tracking and renewal of health-related records for both staff and children to ensure they remain current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that maintaining current health and immunization documentation has been a recurring topic over several reports. This question allows the director to explain the system used to stay on top of these requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/16/2026.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to communicating with families if there is ever a question about a child's health or immunization documentation?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center handles record-keeping communication helps parents know what to expect regarding administrative updates and requirements for their child's file.
General question

How do you train new staff members on the importance of maintaining a safe and organized environment for the children in their care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Asking about staff training provides insight into the center's culture regarding safety and operational standards, which helps parents feel more confident in the daily supervision of their children.