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KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #1228

8520 NW 44th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351

License:
C17BO0095
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
150
License expiration:
December 31, 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.

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 inspectionMarch 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 3, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 20 available inspections for KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER #1228 from May 1, 2023 through March 3, 2026.

11 inspections recorded violations, with 24 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on November 4, 2025 and involved staff-to-child ratio, with a due date of December 4, 2025.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
20

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
24

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
14

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

20 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33351

Compared to 21 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.2
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
50%
Local median
17%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
55%
Local median
29%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
1.19

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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Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [see below] for [see below] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 2.2 Group Size, Pages 4-6) School Readiness [SR]
Report comments
One of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio in the infants, twos and threes classrooms did not possess an active credential. Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 1002.945, Florida Statutes. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Smyrna Hernandez 11/04/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Princell Martin ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by December 4, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 51 - Group Size DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
51-02
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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
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 who had unsupervised contact with children. Staff Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
A background rescreening was not completed for a child care personnel. The screening expired on 11/13/2024. The staff member was observed working alone with children. See supplemental inspection sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-11
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.4(A), Handbook: All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Provider did not obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle. Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
The annual vehicle inspection was observed expired. The expiration date is 2/15/2025.
Correction status
Due by April 4, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
Official code
43-02
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did not have an annual physical on file. Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
The driver's physical was observed expired. The expiration date is 12/18/2024. See supplemental inspection sheet for additional information. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
Correction status
Due by April 4, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
44-02
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Secs. 316.615(2) and 402.305(10), FS: The fire extinguisher needs to be inspected annually by a fire equipment specialist.There was no documentation that the fire extinguisher had been inspected. Transportation [SR]
Report comments
Vehicle vin #40106 unit #23145 Vehicle inspection issue date2/15/2024. Vehicle insurance expiration date 12/1/2024. Fire extinguisher tag dated 5/30/2023, the fire extinguisher needs to be inspected annually by a fire equipment specialist.
Correction status
Due by July 15, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 45 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-9, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs. 316.615 and
Official code
45-06
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
This area cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection 3/22/2024, fire inspection expired 3/2/2024; during today desk revisit it was still out of compliance, a second deadline extension was granted until (5/23/2024); notice of violation may be issue after 5/23/2024.
Correction status
Due by May 23, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
This area cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection 3/22/2024, fire inspection expired 3/2/2024; during today desk revisit it was still out of compliance, a deadline extension was granted (4/23/2024); notice of violation may be issue after 4/23/2024.
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required, current fire inspection report dated 3/2/2023. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.
Correction status
Due by April 5, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-01
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.2.2, Handbook: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(d)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through five years that is a minimum of five clock hours or .5 CEUs. Early literacy training must be completed within twelve (12) months of date of employment in the child care industry.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the training. Staff Requirement [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
2 staff members did not have proof of completing the 5-hour literacy training.
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
03-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.03(d), Ordinance: Secure and adequate locks and/or latches shall be provided on all gates.The locks or latches on the gate were not secured, not adequate or missing. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
The gate on the southwest corner of the playground was broken/off the hinges and needs to be repaired. The director has been instructed that the area must be kept off limits until such time as it is properly repaired.
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
Official code
23-04
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.2(D) and (E), Handbook: Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, the driver of the vehicle must mark each child off the log as the child departs the vehicle; conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and record, sign, and date the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the visual sweep was conducted, and ensure that a second staff member signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is completeUpon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different staff member must conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle; and sign, date and record the transportation log immediately, verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. Procedures were not followed in that [SEE COMMENTS]. (Section 6.2, number 3) Transportation [SR]
Report comments
Several of the transportation logs reviewed did not have the driver signature nor the second signature verifying that the visual sweep was conducted, that all of the children were accounted for and that the log was complete.
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page
Official code
46-08
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.1(B), Handbook:The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have valid certificate(s) of course completion for first aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) procedures.The facilitys driver did not have the certificate(s) of course completion for first aid and infant and child CPR. (Section 6.2, numbers 1 and 2) Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
1 of the persons indicated as a vehicle driver did not have current CPR certification. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 6 Transportation, Page
Official code
46-10
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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.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff who need to be fully re-screened due to a 90-day break in service. Staff Requirement [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
1 staff member who had a break in employment for more than 90 days did not have proof of completing a rescreening.
Correction status
Due by August 28, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-13
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]. Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
The following repairs are needed: - replace missing caps at base of toilets (VPK and 2's bathrooms) - repair/replace weather stripping on front door of facility, not properly secure
Correction status
Due by September 11, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.6.1(B), Handbook: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care staff member who meets the staff credential requirement.There were not enough credentialed staff present. Staff Requirement [SR]
Report comments
It was noted during the Routine #1 inspection that the facility only had one person with a valid staff credential. According to the assistant director there are three teachers that maybe starting the training. According to the area manage the director has been on leave since April 10, 2023, and is scheduled to return on June 5, 2023. The assistant director is in charge of the facility during this time period.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.01(l)(2), Ordinance:Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of fifty (50) children or fewer shall install a minimum of two (2) drinking fountains.One (1) drinking fountain shall be located inside the facility and one (1) located outside the facility in the outdoor play area.Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than fifty (50) children shall have one (1) additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility, for each additional licensed capacity of fifty (50) children, or any fraction thereof.Commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements.Drinking fountains shall be installed and maintained in compliance with all permitting and regulatory requirements of the applicable governmental agency where the facility is located. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [see below. ]indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
During the Routine inspection it was noted that there was no drinking fountain on the outside play area. The facility has had the plumbing completed for a new fountain one had not been installed at the time of this inspection.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
15-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.02(f)(2), Ordinance: There shall be a sufficient amount of play equipment and materials available relative to the licensed capacity of the facility allowing each child to be involved in activities. Play equipment and materials are not sufficient in number for the licensed capacity and/or are not accessible for the following age group(s): [see below]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
During a complaint investigation on May 10, 2023 it was noted that there was not sufficient equipment and materials in 5 classrooms (2"s, both 1's classrooms, older infants, and the 3's). During the walkthrough for today's revisit that there still was not sufficient equipment and materials in these classrooms.
Correction status
Due by June 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
19-03
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
7-5.04(d)(1), Ordinance: Except where authorized in accordance with the provisions of this section, all infants who are observed sleeping on their stomachs shall be repositioned onto their backs. A sleeping infant was not repositioned onto their back. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Inspector notes
During the Routine inspection it was observed that infants were not being repositioned onto their backs as required. During the walkthrough conducted today it was noted that two infants were lying on their stomachs, and neither was repositioned onto their back until the licensing monitor brough it to the attention of the assistant director and infants room. staff.
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
22-07
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.02(f)(2), Ordinance: There shall be a sufficient amount of play equipment and materials available relative to the licensed capacity of the facility allowing each child to be involved in activities. Play equipment and materials are not sufficient in number for the licensed capacity and/or are not accessible for the following age group(s): [SEE COMMENTS]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Inspector notes
On 5/3/23, Child Care Licensing received a complaint that alleges that the facility does not sufficient toys and materials for the children to play with in the 2's classroom. - An on-site investigation was conducted on 5/10/23 regarding the above allegation. A walk-through was conducted of all of the classrooms in the facility and 5 of them (2's, older infants, both 1's classrooms, and the 3's) were found to have an insufficient amount of toys and materials. The assistant director has been informed that toys and materials need to be purchased for all of the classrooms listed. COMPLAINT SUBSTANTIATED
Correction status
Due by June 15, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
19-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.6.1(B), Handbook: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care staff member who meets the staff credential requirement.There were not enough credentialed staff present.
Report comments
At the time of this inspection, it was determined that the facility had only one person with a staff credential. Based upon the number of children present during this inspection (64) the facility needs to have four staff members with staff credential.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-09
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Sec 7-4.02(j), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course(s) approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agency's website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every two (2) years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff missing the required training.
Report comments
At the time of this inspection, it was noted that two of the infant room staff had not completed the safe sleep environment training prior to caring for infants as required. The training can be obtained from the following website: http://cribsforkids.org/safe-sleep-ambassador.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-06
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 Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
During the walk through of the building today it was noted that the vents in the bathrooms needed to be cleaned.
Correction status
Due by May 15, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.01(l)(2), Ordinance:Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of fifty (50) children or fewer shall install a minimum of two (2) drinking fountains.One (1) drinking fountain shall be located inside the facility and one (1) located outside the facility in the outdoor play area.Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than fifty (50) children shall have one (1) additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility, for each additional licensed capacity of fifty (50) children, or any fraction thereof.Commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements.Drinking fountains shall be installed and maintained in compliance with all permitting and regulatory requirements of the applicable governmental agency where the facility is located. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [see below]indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
Report comments
During the walk through of this facility it was noted that there was no drinking fountain on the outside play area. The facility needs to install a drinking fountain in this area.
Correction status
Due by May 8, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 15 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
15-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
7-5.04(d)(1), Ordinance: Except where authorized in accordance with the provisions of this section, all infants who are observed sleeping on their stomachs shall be repositioned onto their backs. A sleeping infant was not repositioned onto their back. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of this inspection, it was observed that the infants sleeping the cribs were not repositioned on their backs.
Correction status
Due by May 1, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
22-07

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

Can you explain the current process for ensuring all teachers in the infant and toddler classrooms have their required credentials active and up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a November 2025 inspection indicate a finding regarding staff credential documentation for maintaining ratios. This question helps clarify how the center tracks staff qualifications to ensure all requirements are met.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to monitor and verify that all staff members have current background screenings on file before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2025 noted a concern regarding the status of a staff member's background screening. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center manages personnel compliance and safety protocols.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the maintenance and inspection schedules for your transportation vehicles to ensure all documentation is current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple findings related to transportation, including vehicle inspections and driver requirements over the past few years. This question helps families understand the current oversight procedures for the center's transportation program.
Related violations
General question

How does the center ensure that all staff members are fully trained and prepared to handle daily routines and emergency procedures?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center approaches ongoing staff training and preparedness helps parents feel confident in the daily care and supervision provided to their children.
General question

What is your process for communicating with parents regarding changes in classroom staffing or daily routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication between the center and families is essential for maintaining a supportive environment and keeping parents informed about their child's daily experience.