Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.09
- Local median
- 0.7
Montessori Academy Of The Upper Keys
5 Transylvania Ave, Key Largo, FL 33037
- License:
- C16MO0061
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 14, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 63
- License expiration:
- December 8, 2026
Typical cost: $1,083 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 (non-Gold Seal only)
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Monroe County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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 inspectionMarch 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 16, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Montessori Academy Of The Upper Keys from March 28, 2023 through March 16, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on July 26, 2023 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of August 9, 2023.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Nine later inspections, from August 3, 2023 through March 16, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 0
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33037
Compared to 10 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 9%
- Local median
- 39%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.6
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.
No recorded violations in this report
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [exposed nails & screws, tree branches that fell off presenting a hazard, leaf accumulation at the botton of the interior of toy storage bins outside]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed exposed nails on play equipment as well as tree branches that fell off from the tree that presents a hazard, storage for toys are not covered and full of leaves. T.A. All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. Maintenance must include inspections conducted every month of all supports above and below the ground and of all connectors and moving parts. Documentation of maintenance inspections must be maintained for 12 months. All equipment used in the outdoor play area must be constructed and maintained according ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by August 9, 2023
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 32 - Outdoor Equipment
- Official code
- 32-03
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
How does the center manage routine maintenance and safety checks for the outdoor play area?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from July 2023 noted concerns regarding the condition of outdoor play equipment and storage areas. Asking about current maintenance routines helps parents understand how the facility ensures play spaces remain in good repair.
- Context
- A later inspection with no CARES violation flag appears after the latest parsed violation date.
Related violations
General question
What is the daily process for ensuring that play equipment and toys are clean and ready for the children to use?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about daily cleaning and inspection habits provides insight into how the staff prioritizes a tidy and well-maintained environment for the children.
General question
How does the staff communicate with parents regarding any updates or changes to the facility's safety or maintenance policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the communication style between the center and families helps parents feel informed and involved in the care environment.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding the supervision of children while they are playing outdoors?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Inquiring about staff training and supervision practices helps parents understand how the center maintains active oversight during outdoor activities.
General question
Can you describe the steps taken to ensure that all play areas are inspected for potential hazards before children go outside?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Discussing pre-play inspection procedures helps clarify how the center proactively identifies and addresses potential issues in the play environment.