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WONDERWORLD MONTESSORI ACADEMY

500 N Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

License:
C17BO0123
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Sun: 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Capacity:
145
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.

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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 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for WONDERWORLD MONTESSORI ACADEMY from March 27, 2023 through April 22, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 23, 2026 and involved staff-to-child ratio, with a due date of March 23, 2026.

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
14

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33009

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.21
Local median
0.22

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
14%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
14%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.75

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Sec. 7-33(c)(2), Ordinance: In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. In groups where children of varying ages were combined, a staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [16] children was observed.
Correction / follow-up note
In a classroom where children of varying ages (3yrs - 6 years old) were combined, a staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [16] children were observed. Approximately 10 minutes later, the classroom ratio was corrected immediately when a second staff member arrived.
Correction status
Due by March 23, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-02
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 [1] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
Inspector notes
The facility has an inadequate number of working outdoor drinking fountains, the drinking fountain located in the playground area was observed to be out of service.
Correction status
Due by April 6, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
14-02
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.2(A)(1-5), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must include: (1.) Each childs name, (2.) The date and time of departure, (3.) Time of arrival at the destination, (4.) The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and (5.) The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). The facilitys log did not include all required information. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
The facilitys transportation log was observed to be missing the required second signature. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
Correction status
Due by December 5, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
44-06

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 do you ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially when children of different ages are combined in a classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate a moment where the required staff-to-child ratio was not met in a mixed-age group. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center monitors staffing levels to keep them compliant.
Context
A later inspection on April 22, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you walk me through your process for documenting transportation and verifying that all children have arrived safely?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from November 2025 noted that a transportation log was missing a required second signature. This question allows the center to explain the current steps taken to ensure all safety logs are fully completed.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current plan for maintaining the outdoor drinking fountains to ensure they remain accessible for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from March 2026 show a finding regarding the number of functional drinking fountains available on the premises. Asking about this helps parents understand how the facility manages ongoing maintenance for student amenities.
Context
A later inspection on April 22, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle transitions between activities to ensure that supervision remains strong during busy times of the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages transitions helps parents feel confident about the continuity of care and supervision throughout the daily routine.
General question

What training do your staff members receive regarding safety protocols and record-keeping requirements?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about staff training programs provides insight into how the facility prepares its team to follow operational policies and maintain accurate safety documentation.