VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
200
License expiration:
March 31, 2027
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.
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 inspectionJune 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for GLADES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PRESCHOOL from February 7, 2023 through June 9, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on October 27, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of October 27, 2025.
Three later inspections, from December 9, 2025 through June 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
12
4 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
4
3 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
2
1 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33071
Compared to 12 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.33
Local median
0.12
0.33This provider
0.12Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
17%
Local median
4%
17%This provider
4%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
17%
Local median
12%
17%This provider
12%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
0.58
0This provider
0.58Local average
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.
5.2(A), Handbook: A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. The five year re-screen is required for all child care personnel. The facility failed to conduct a five year re-screen for child care personnel.
Report comments
There was a staff member that did not complete the 5 year rescreen.
Correction status
Due by October 27, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-10
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
There was a staff member that is missing a valid medical statement.
Correction status
Due by November 3, 2025
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(j), Ordinance: Exits from a child care facility shall open onto safe, protected, fenced areas, or shall have active audible alert mechanisms to alert child care staff when such doors are opened. A limited exception for the front door will apply provided a child care staff member is present in the immediate vicinity of the front door at all times when the child care facility is open and caring for one or more children. An exit did not meet the requirements in that [see below].
Report comments
The doors in the VPK-A, VPK-B, VPK-C, and 3(A) are missing alarms.
Correction status
Due by November 10, 2025
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
3.8.2(B), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times. The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were not properly maintained.
Report comments
At the time of this inspection it was noted that the fire extinguishers in the preschool had not been serviced this year. fire inspection was conducted on 11/07/2024
Correction status
Due by December 13, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
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 walk me through your process for tracking staff background screening renewals to ensure everyone stays up to date?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection report from October 2025 identified a staff member who had not completed their required five-year re-screening. Asking about your current tracking process helps parents understand how you maintain compliance with these important personnel requirements.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on June 9, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you manage the maintenance and inspection schedule for your fire safety equipment, such as extinguishers?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2024 noted that fire extinguishers had not been serviced within the required timeframe. This question helps parents understand your current system for ensuring all safety equipment is properly maintained and inspected.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on June 9, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for ensuring all staff members have their required health assessments on file and updated on time?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection indicate that a staff member was missing a valid medical statement. Asking about your record-keeping practices provides insight into how you ensure all health documentation remains current for your team.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on June 9, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Can you tell me about the alert systems you have in place for your classroom doors to ensure children are supervised when moving between areas?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An inspection report from October 2025 noted that certain classroom doors were missing required audible alert mechanisms. This question helps parents understand your current facility safety measures and how you monitor exits.
Context
A later clean inspection was conducted on June 9, 2026.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing or supervision?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience. Understanding your approach to sharing information about classroom operations supports a transparent partnership between families and the center.