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LA PETITE ACADEMY

1900 N Douglas Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

License:
C17BO0047
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
150
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.

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 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsDecember 22, 2025

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for LA PETITE ACADEMY from April 19, 2023 through April 17, 2026.

Five inspections recorded violations, with six recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 17, 2026 and involved hazardous access.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

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

At a glance

Total inspections
13

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
6

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33024

Compared to 41 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.46
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
23%
Local median
13%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
38%
Local median
21%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.95

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic/hazardous material was accessible to children. Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
Upon arriving to the program, a crane was observed in front of the facility placing an AC unit on top of the facilitys roof. The entrance/exit and indoor area directly under the placement of the AC unit were not secured for children present at the time of the inspection. Hazardous equipment/tools were being used while children attending the program. Provider decided to stop conducting work in the roof area while children present. Therefore, this area was brought back into compliance during todays visit. Technical assistance was provided regarding conducting major repairs when children present.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-02
View official report
Medium concern: Incident records
Report finding
6.4(A), (B) and (D), Handbook: All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. This documentation must be shared with the custodial parent or legal guardian on the date of occurrence. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pick up the child must sign and be provided a copy of the accident/incident form. Documentation of an accident/incident was not provided on the day it occurred. Childrens Records [SR]
Report comments
Complaint alleges that J.M. (DOB 07/15/2025) suffering an accident at provider. At pickup time, on Monday 03/02/2026 at 6:00 pm, the provider asked person picking up to sign an incident form stating J.M. had fell down and hurt his head. The school stated that the child was just standing and fell. Mom immediately took J.M. to the Emergency Room. J.M. suffered a bruise on his head due to the accident. J.M. has had 6 other incidents including this one. The school never provided a copy of any of the incident reports to client. FINDINGS: A complaint inspection was conducted on 3/9/202 and statements from the teachers (L.P. and A.P.) were received. Per the teachers, the child was p ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 40 - Accident/Incident Reporting Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
40-03
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Sec. 7-4.06(c), Ordinance:Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and responding to each childs needs. Inadequate supervision occurred when a child/childrens needs were not met in the following incident: [Child slipped on a book]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Inspector notes
During the course of a complaint inspection where a child (IQ) received an injury to his left leg, the video of the incident was reviewed and the following was observed; Video footage of the incident was observed and date and time as described on the video name was 9/6/2024 at 8:40AM. The child was observed walking by the bookshelf. He tried to take a side step and put his foot on top of a book that was laying on the floor. The book slid the opposite direction of his body causing him to do a split. He started crying and repositioned his body into a sitting position. Two staff members were observed in the room. One staff member had her back toward the child and the other had h ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by October 4, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
08-03
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 below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair the chipping paint throughout the facility. - Repair the water stained ceiling tiles. - Thoroughly deep clean the base boards, floor tiles and base of the toilets throughout the facility. - Replace the broken and rusty classroom chairs throughout the facility. - Clean the ceiling tile and vents throughout the facility. - Repair the bathroom cracked floor tile (two years old classroom).
Correction status
Due by December 28, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
3.1(A) and (G), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation.Cleaning must not take place while rooms are occupied by children except for general clean-up activities that are part of the daily routine.This does not include cleaning with hazardous materials or any cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.Areas of the facility were found to not be clean, sanitary or well maintained (Section 10.1, numbers 1 and 5) Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
The base boards throughout the facility are in need of cleaning.
Correction status
Due by August 25, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(B), Handbook: It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents; It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. Fire hazard(s), such as [see below] was/were observed in the facility. (Section 10, number 2) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
There was lint build up observed on air vents throughout the facility.
Correction status
Due by August 18, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-14

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

What steps does the center take to ensure that any maintenance or repair work is kept separate and secure from children during the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2026 inspection note that hazardous equipment was accessible while children were present during roof repairs. This question helps clarify how the facility manages safety during ongoing maintenance.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does your team monitor the classroom environment to identify and remove potential hazards that could lead to slips or falls?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where hazardous conditions or maintenance issues were identified. Asking about current monitoring practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a secure environment.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What training do staff members receive regarding active supervision to ensure they are consistently engaged with the children in their care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a 2024 inspection mention a concern regarding supervision during an incident. This question helps parents understand how the center supports staff in maintaining active oversight of children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your process for documenting and communicating with parents when a child experiences an incident or accident at the center?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 indicates a concern regarding the timely provision of incident documentation to parents. This question helps clarify the center's current communication policy for accidents.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How often do you conduct facility walk-throughs to ensure that all areas remain clean and in good repair?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular facility maintenance is essential for a safe and healthy learning environment. Understanding the center's routine for inspections helps parents feel confident in the daily upkeep of the space.