Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.27
- Local median
- 0.55
NEW LIFE CHILD CARE AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER
4440 W Oakland Park Blvd, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313
- License:
- C17BO0285
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Food Served, Full Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 39
- License expiration:
- June 30, 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.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 4, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for NEW LIFE CHILD CARE AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER from January 11, 2023 through May 4, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on May 28, 2025 and involved attendance accountability.
Three later inspections, from September 12, 2025 through May 4, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33313
Compared to 25 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 18%
- Local median
- 22%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-33(e), 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: [see details below]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following ratios were observed: 1-2's 1:6, 3-5's 2:17. At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed a 1-year-old walking alone to the director in the preschool classroom. When the licensing monitor and director brought the child back to her classroom, this concern was brought to the teacher's attention. The director stated she did not call for the child, the child must have left her classroom when the teacher was not looking. The provider was advised to keep toddlers' classroom doors closed, and place safety covers on classroom doorknobs. The area cited was brought into compliance during today's inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an attendance roster for the children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, child care personnel did not have the attendance sheet/class roster for toddler classroom. The attendance/roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. The monitor brought this concern to the director and toddler teacher; immediately after, a digital classroom roster was provided to the toddler teacher bringing this standard into compliance. SCHOOL READINESS
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 50-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [3] child care personnel for [14] children is required. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [14] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following ratio was observed in a mixed age group classroom: 3 one year old, 5 two-year-olds, 3 three-year-olds, 3 four-year-olds, and 2 five-year-olds. With 2 staff members in the classroom. A ratio of [ 3 ] child care personnel for [ 14 ] children is required. The licensing monitor brought this concern to the Director. An additional staff member arrived to move the children to another classroom. A new ratio was taken for toddlers after the teacher moved children [3] one year old children into the Toddlers classroom. New Ratio = 1-2's 1:3 Bringing this violation into compliance. Page 1 of 4
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 walk me through the current process for ensuring children are always accounted for when moving between classrooms or outdoor areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted an instance where an attendance roster was not immediately available for a group of children. This question helps clarify how staff track children's whereabouts throughout the day to ensure consistent accountability.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What measures are in place to ensure toddlers remain in their assigned classroom environment during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2025 documented a concern regarding supervision when a child was observed outside their classroom. Asking this helps parents understand the physical safety protocols and supervision practices currently used to keep children in designated areas.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center manage staffing levels to ensure the required ratios are maintained, especially when children are in mixed-age groups?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from early 2025 show a finding related to maintaining proper staff-to-child ratios. This question allows the director to explain their current staffing strategy and how they handle transitions or group changes to stay within standards.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with parents if there is ever a change in the daily routine or classroom assignment for their child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center communicates changes helps parents feel confident in the transparency and daily organization of the facility. Clear communication protocols are essential for maintaining a strong partnership between families and caregivers.
General question
How do you support new staff members in learning your specific safety and supervision procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about staff training and mentorship programs provides insight into how a facility maintains consistent care standards. This helps parents understand the commitment to professional development and operational consistency within the center.