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MONTESSORI IVY LEAGUE

282 S Flamingo Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027

License:
C17BO0030
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
129
License expiration:
September 30, 2026
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,235 - $1,387/mo

Median daily rate: $57.00 - $64.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Broward County data.

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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 inspectionJuly 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJuly 7, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 23 available inspections for MONTESSORI IVY LEAGUE from April 14, 2023 through July 7, 2026.

10 inspections recorded violations, with 21 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on May 5, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of May 12, 2026.

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

Two later inspections, from June 16, 2026 through July 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
23

8 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
21

10 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
4

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

23 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33027

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.91
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
43%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
0.78

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.

Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [0/1.] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
Report comments
This area cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection 4/7/2026; during today on-site revisit, it was still out of compliance, a deadline extension was granted (5/12/2026); notice of violation may be issue after 5/12/2026.
Correction status
Due by May 12, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 14 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-39(a) and (c), Ordinance: The minimum fixture requirements for child care facilities shall be: 5-10 Capacity - 1 Toilet, 1 Sink, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 11-15 Capacity - 1 Toilet, 2 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 16-30 Capacity - 2 Toilets, 3 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 31-50 Capacity - 3 Toilets, 4 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; Above 50 Capacity - 3+1 Toilets and 4+1 Sinks for every additional 30 children, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink. Urinals are permitted but do not count towards the required number of toilets. 3.7(C), Handbook: If only diapered infants are in care at the facility, then one toilet and two sinks per 30 infants is required. This requirement was not met in that [5/6.].
Report comments
This area cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection 4/7/2026; during today on-site revisit, it was still out of compliance, a deadline extension was granted (7/1/2026 per provider requested); notice of violation may be issue after 7/1/2026. Note: Provider requested additional time to complete toilet installation.
Correction status
Due by July 1, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 24 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
24-06
View official report
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
3.9.3(B), Handbook: If a child care facility provides food to children in care, it must provide nutritious meals and snacks of a quantity and quality to help meet the daily nutritional needs of the children. The USDA MyPlate is to be used to determine which food groups to serve at each meal or snack serving size and age appropriateness of the selected foods for children. Copies of the USDA MyPlate dieting guidelines, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(t), F.A.C. In addition, meals and snacks must contain at a minimum the meal and snack patterns shown for infants and children in the Child Care Food Program Meal Patterns which are incorporated by reference in 65C- 22.001(7)(r) and (s), F.A.C. Meals and/or snacks supplied by the facility did not meet the daily nutritional needs of the children in care in that [Children not being served food in accordance with USDA MyPlate guidelines].
Inspector notes
Complaint alleges that the provider participates in Child Care Food Program, in which the parent had signed a contract that the children would be provided healthy and nutritious meals. The parent stated that the Provider has a Caterer for the meals, and it has been now brought to the parents attention that they do not serve the children vegetables. The provider stated to the parent that she can supply the child with vegetables if she wants the child to have vegetables, but parent was upset as that was not stated in the contract upon enrollment. FINDINGS: A complaint inspection was conducted on 4/21/2026 and an inspection of the meal prep area was visited and food being served ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 12, 2026
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Nutritional Meals and Snacks Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
35-05
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel.
Correction / follow-up note
At time of the inspection, there were (4) four staff member files observed without proof of Background Level II Screening on file. Two (2) staff members were observed working alongside of background screened staff members and two (2) staff members were absent.
Correction status
Due by April 7, 2026
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
5.2(C), Handbook: Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. The facility failed to conduct a re-screen for child care personnel with a break in employment.
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection, there was (1) one staff members file observed without proof of a background rescreening for childcare personnel with a break in employment.
Correction status
Due by April 21, 2026
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-12
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Sec. 7-30(c), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members.
Report comments
At time of the inspection a high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for (4) staff members.
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
Report comments
At the time of the inspection (1) one staff member file did not have a current health statement on file.
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [0/1] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
Report comments
The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains; An additional [0/1 ] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. The water fountain on the playground is broken. MONTESSORI IVY LEAGUE C17BO0030 / 46559 282 S Flamingo Rd Pembroke Pines 33027 Routine2 04/07/2026 Page 2 of 5
Correction status
Due by April 21, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 14 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
14-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-39(a) and (c), Ordinance: The minimum fixture requirements for child care facilities shall be: 5-10 Capacity - 1 Toilet, 1 Sink, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 11-15 Capacity - 1 Toilet, 2 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 16-30 Capacity - 2 Toilets, 3 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; 31-50 Capacity - 3 Toilets, 4 Sinks, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink; Above 50 Capacity - 3+1 Toilets and 4+1 Sinks for every additional 30 children, 1 Bathtub/Shower/Deep Sink. Urinals are permitted but do not count towards the required number of toilets. 3.7(C), Handbook: If only diapered infants are in care at the facility, then one toilet and two sinks per 30 infants is required. This requirement was not met in that [see below:].
Report comments
The facility is required to have a total of (6) toilets per its License capacity; the facility only have (5) toilets, (2) of the toilets are assigned to adults used only.
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
Report section
SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 24 - Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
24-06
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
3.9.3(H), Handbook: Meal and snack menus must be planned, written, dated, and posted at the beginning of each week in an easily seen place, accessible to the parents. The facility's menu was not dated or posted as required.
Report comments
At time of the inspection the facility did not have a planned menu written and posted.
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 32 - Menus/Catering Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
32-01
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see comments below].
Report comments
The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair the missing turf surface on the playground. - Cut down the protruding tree branches alongside the playground fence. - Unblock all exits on the playground. - Repair the chipping paint throughout the facility. - Technical assistance was provided on properly filling in the catering delivery log.
Correction status
Due by August 30, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment.
Inspector notes
There was (1) one staff member file observed to be out of compliance due to no training hours started within the 90 days of employment. See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment.
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance.
Inspector notes
There was (1) one staff member file observed out of compliance due to exceeding the allotted time frame of 15 months to complete the 45 hours training.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see comments below].
Report comments
The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair the water stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility. - Repair the broken storage cabinet door ( 3 -6 years old classroom). - Repair the playground equipment that's starting to exhibit rust. - Clean the spiderwebs from around the playground equipment.
Correction status
Due by April 30, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see comments below].
Report comments
The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair the stained ceiling tiles ( toddler's, twos- threes classroom and hallway area by the bathroom). - Repair the water fountain located in the playground area. - Cut the tree branches protruding along side the fence in the playground area.
Correction status
Due by December 21, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.2.6 and 4.2.6(D), Handbook:Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service training annually during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30.Child care personnel not in compliance with the annual in-service training requirement described in this section must complete the remaining in-service training requirement within 30 days of the noncompliance finding by the licensing authority. These hours cannot be used to meet the current years in-service training requirements. Sec. 7-4.02(h)(1), Ordinance: Staff members permanently assigned to care for infants must take four (4) hours of this training specifically geared to infant care.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff who did not complete ten (10) hours of annual in-service training.
Report comments
There were several staff members who did not complete ten (10) hours of annual in-service training.
Correction status
Due by September 13, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-08
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see comments below].
Report comments
The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair the water stain ceiling tiles in classrooms 3 and four. - Repair the hole on the wall by the hand washing sink (toddler classroom). - Please ensure that all classrooms and playground exits are clear. - Repair the broken floor tile in the boys restroom.
Correction status
Due by September 13, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes:Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to- children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. A staff-to-child ratio of [3] staff for [19] children was observed.
Correction / follow-up note
During a revisit inspection for the same re-occurring violation, a staff-to-child ratio of three [ 3] staff to nineteen [19] toddler children was observed. A minimum of four [4] staff members with the nineteen [19] toddlers are needed to be in compliant. The toddler's classroom ratio was corrected immediately when (1) staff member returned from the restroom. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information. If you participate in the Gold Seal Quality Care Program, the alleged violation(s) may result in action being taken against your Gold Seal Quality Care designation pursuant to section 1002.945(4), Florida Statutes, and implementing rules. Please contact the Departm ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 26, 2023
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
08-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes:Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to- children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. A staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [22] children was observed.
Correction / follow-up note
During a revisit inspection for a non-related violation, a staff-to-child ratio of one [ 1] staff to twenty-two [ 22 ] toddler children was observed. A minimum of four [4] staff members with the twenty-two [22] toddlers are needed to be in compliant. The toddler's classroom ratio was corrected immediately when (3) three staff members returned from their lunch break. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information. If you participate in the Gold Seal Quality Care Program, the alleged violation(s) may result in action being taken against your Gold Seal Quality Care designation pursuant to section 1002.945(4), Florida Statutes, and implementing rules. Please contact the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 24, 2023
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
08-01
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Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see comments below].
Inspector notes
The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair the water stained ceiling tiles (toddlers and two years old classrooms). - Repair the chipping paint ( toddlers and threes - six years old classroom). - Repair the patches of surface turf on the playground. - Ensure that all classrooms and playground exits are clear for evacuation purposes. - Also, the provider was informed that the previous office space could not be converted or utilized as a classroom until an inspection was conducted by the pre-licensing monitor.
Correction status
Due by April 28, 2023
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
3.9.1, Handbook: 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. The food preparation area was used inappropriately in that [see comments below].
Report comments
The food preparation area was used inappropriately in the facility's hallway. The food preparation area was moved from the designated room into an open hallway accessible to the children. There was no handwashing sink available in this area to follow the required handwashing procedures. The provider was advised to correct this issue immediately.
Correction status
Due by April 17, 2023
More details
Report section
FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
Official code
35-11

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 process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required background screenings before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection indicate that some staff files were missing required background screening documentation. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all personnel meet these requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps have been taken to ensure the facility meets the required number of toilets and sinks for the current licensed capacity?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that the facility was working to complete required toilet installations. This question allows the provider to explain how they now meet the necessary fixture requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 7/7/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all children have consistent access to working drinking fountains throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that the number of working drinking fountains has been a repeated topic of discussion in reports from 2026. This question helps parents understand how the facility maintains these essential amenities.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 7/7/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Can you share how the facility plans and monitors the nutritional content of the meals provided to the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a complaint inspection in April 2026 mentioned concerns regarding the alignment of served meals with nutritional guidelines. This question provides an opportunity to discuss the center's current approach to meal planning.
Related violations
General question

What is the center's approach to keeping parents informed about daily routines, such as the posted menu and activity schedules?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication about daily schedules and menus helps parents feel connected to their child's experience and ensures transparency in daily operations.