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CORNERSTONE PRESCHOOL

153 NW 12th St, Pompano Beach, FL 33060

License:
C17BO0167
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
184
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

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMarch 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 25 available inspections for CORNERSTONE PRESCHOOL from March 15, 2023 through March 4, 2026.

Eight inspections recorded violations, with 14 recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 29, 2025 and involved supervision, with a due date of June 3, 2025.

Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.

Eight later inspections, from June 5, 2025 through March 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
25

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
14

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

25 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33060

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.56
Local median
0.21

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
12%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
32%
Local median
21%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.96

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: Supervision
Report finding
Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision was observed in the [incident where child was left in transportation vehicle]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Report comments
Provider self-reported the following incident: On 5/28/2025, a child was left alone/without adult supervision in the vehicle during morning drop-off. Findings: An on-site investigation was conducted on 5/29/2025. A statement from the Owner was received and video footage of incident was reviewed. Per the Owner T.D., the school provides morning transportation from home to the school and afternoon transportation from school to home. On this specific incident, on 5/28/2025, the children were picked up in the morning and brough to the school at around 8AM. There are two drop-off locations (East side and West side). The East side is the school's transportation vehicle drop-off loca ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 3, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-04
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.4(F)(1), Handbook: Approved alarm systems must meet the following criteria: (a.) The alarm system must be armed or activated automatically when the vehicles ignition is turned on. (b.) The alarm system must be designed and installed so that the vehicle horn, siren or other type of audio alarm will sound if the driver/staff member does not walk to the rear or, in the case of a passenger van, the side entry point of the vehicle, to manually shut off or deactivate the alarm. (c.) The time delay from the time the ignition is turned off after activation of the alarm system until the alarm sounds shall be no longer than one minute. (d.) The alarm must be audible from the distance of 500 feet from the vehicle. (e.) The alarm system must be installed so that the driver must walk to the back of the vehicle to reach the deactivation mechanism. Deactivation mechanisms installed in locations that do not require the driver to walk to the back of the vehicle and view all seating areas will not be acceptable. The vehicle alarm does not meet requirements in that [The vehicle alarm is not in working order] Transportation [SR]
Report comments
During the course of a complaint inspection where a child was left unattended inside the vehicle on 5/28/2025, the following non- compliance related to the incident was confirmed; The alarm's deactivation mechanism was installed but "not activated" as per the alarm system announcement. In this instance, the driver is seen on video parking the vehicle and getting off it without deactivating the alarm. During my visit on 5/30/2025, the vehicle alarm was checked and it is not in working order. When the vehicle is turned off, the alarm states that it is not activated. I could not get further information from the owner about how long the children have been transported with an inactive alarm.
Correction status
Due by June 13, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
Official code
43-12
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.2(F-G), 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; ensure that a second child care personnel conducts a second visual sweep, signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is complete. If the provider contracts with an outside entity to provide transportation, then the provider must assign a child care personnel to perform the duties of the driver. Upon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different child care personnel 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 [The driver did not conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle interior to ensure that no child is left in the vehicle. ]. Transportation [SR]
Report comments
During the course of a complaint inspection where a child was left unattended inside the vehicle on 5/28/2025, the following non- compliance related to the incident was confirmed; Per the school owner's statement and as evidenced by the transportation log and video of incident; The driver failed to conduct a physical inspection and visual sweep of the vehicle to ensure that no child was left in the vehicle. The second person also failed to conduct a sweep of the vehicle. The transportation logs were not signed and/or dated to verify that all children were accounted for. Due to the severity of this incident, the non-compliance is being escalated to a Class 1 Non-compliance and ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by June 3, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
44-07
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Secs. 7-12(a) and (g), Ordinance: Child care arrangements subject to licensure or registration under this chapter are subject to investigation and inspection without prior notice by the local licensing agency (including inspections of the physical site of the child care arrangement and access to personnel and records) during the child care arrangements regular business hours to ensure compliance with all applicable provisions of this chapter. No person shall hinder, resist, or oppose an employee or agent of the local licensing agency in the performance of their duties under this section or knowingly provide false statements or documents or misrepresent their identity to an employee or agent of the local licensing agency. Facility denied the licensing authority access to the child care facility, personnel and/or records during the hours of operation. License/Certificates [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the course of a complaint inspection related to supervision, this non-compliance is being issued. The van driver denied to provide a statement to the licensing authority when asked to provide one. She stated that her lawyer had to be on a three-way call in order for her to provide a statement. When asked for the lawyer's information so that Child Care Licensing can arrange a time to speak, she refused to provide it. The school owner provided a statement on the initial visit, 5/29/2025. On 5/30/2025, new information was received from the owner about which van he child was left in. When i returned on 6/3/2025 for the continuation of my inspection, the owner stated that s ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 45 - License/Inspection Reports Group: Secs. 7-3, 7-11, 7-12, 7-13, 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
45-09
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
During this inspection it was found that the fire inspection had expired.
Correction status
Due by March 27, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
47-01
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
3.12(B), Handbook: All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. The [The red and yellow metal bus/red fire truck need to be re-anchored. ] was not securely anchored or adequately spaced. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
The red and yellow metal bus/red fire truck need to be re-anchored.
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
22-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
A pedal was broken on the red merry go round.
Correction status
Due by November 20, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
22-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director meet the minimum qualifications. Staff Requirement [SR]
Report comments
The facility has no credential director since June 21, 2024. A provisional license was issue.
Correction status
Due by December 27, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-01
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director meet the minimum qualifications. Staff Requirement [SR]
Report comments
The facility has no credential director since June 21, 2024. A provisional license will be issue There is still no credential director on record.
Correction status
Due by August 30, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-01
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director meet the minimum qualifications. Staff Requirement [SR]
Report comments
The school has no credential director since June 21, 2024; a provisional license will be issue. Please see supplemental notes for additional information. TA provided, if a high school diploma is earned outside the U.S., it must be translated and evaluated by someone who is a member of the American Translators Association, a credential evaluation agency approved by the Bureau of Educators Certification, or an accredited college/university. If a college degree is earned outside the U.S., it must be evaluated by a credential evaluation agency approved by the Bureau of Educators Certification or an accredited college/university to be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
Correction status
Due by July 20, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Secs. 7-3 and 7-4.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
02-01
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
7.1, Handbook:The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certificate of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 from the custodial parent or guardian.An up-to-date and age-appropriate immunization record was not current for the children listed on the Supplemental Inspection Sheet. Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
During today's inspection was observed that four (4) children present had expired vaccination records. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by April 1, 2024
More details
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-8.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
39-03
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Section 7-9(c)(1-5), Ordinance:Effective July 1, 2013, any vehicle designed or used to transport six (6) or more passengers and one (1) driver must have a child safety alarm device installed. The alarm device must be designed to automatically activate when the vehicle's ignition is turned on. Alarm devices that are activated manually are prohibited; the alarm device must be designed so that the vehicle horn, siren, or other type of audible alarm will sound within one (1) minute if the driver, or a child care facility staff member, does not go to the rear or back seat of the vehicle, or, in the case of a passenger van, does not open the side entry door of the vehicle, to manually shut off the alarm prior to leaving the vehicle. The alarm must be audible from a distance of five hundred (500) feet from the vehicle; the alarm device must be installed so that the driver, or a child care facility staff member, is able to observe the rearmost seats of the vehicle and reach the switch that turns off the alarm prior to leaving the vehicle. The driver, or a child care facility staff member, must physically inspect each seat before turning off the alarm and leaving the vehicle; the alarm device must be installed by any certified technician or mechanic employed by an electronics or automotive business in accordance with the device manufacturer's recommendations. The child safety alarm was tested and found to be not working in that [See comments below].The facility shall provide a written plan of correction outlining steps to be taken to ensure the safety of children while being transported. Transportation [SR]
Report comments
During the inspection one of the 2 vans in use needed to have the alarm system checked. The child safety alarm (Vin# 29556) was tested and found to be not working. The vehicles inspection expires on 10/3/2024 (Vin #: 57188) 10/28/24 (29556) The vehicles insurance expires on 12/29/24.
Correction status
Due by March 18, 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
45-10
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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.
Report comments
During the R1 inspection it was noted that one (1) staff members had not completed the required training within 15 months of being hired in the industry. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by April 14, 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
03-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file.
Correction / follow-up note
Obtain a current No. 8 form, Physician's Statement of Good Health observed missing for one staff member, see supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by March 22, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
Official code
05-01

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 procedures in place to ensure children are always actively supervised during transportation?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in May 2025 note a concern regarding the supervision of children during transportation. This question helps clarify the specific steps the center now takes to ensure every child is accounted for and supervised at all times.
Context
A later inspection on March 4, 2026, was completed with no violations found.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps have been taken to ensure that your vehicle safety alarm systems are consistently maintained and in working order?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that concerns regarding vehicle alarm systems have appeared in multiple reports over the past few years. Asking this helps parents understand the current maintenance schedule and verification process for these safety devices.
Context
A later inspection on March 4, 2026, was completed with no violations found.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center verify that staff members are following the required vehicle sweep procedures after every trip?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2025 identified a need for improvement in the documentation and execution of vehicle sweeps. This question allows the director to explain the current training and oversight provided to drivers to ensure these safety checks are completed correctly.
Context
A later inspection on March 4, 2026, was completed with no violations found.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current process for ensuring that all required administrative and safety documentation is kept up to date and accessible for review?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records indicate that staffing and administrative documentation requirements have been a topic of discussion in past inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these records to maintain compliance and operational readiness.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle routine maintenance and safety inspections for your outdoor play equipment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular maintenance of play areas is essential for creating a secure environment for children. This question helps parents understand the center's approach to identifying and repairing equipment to prevent potential hazards.