Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.27
FIRST STEP INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
2803 Executive Park Dr, Weston, FL 33331
- License:
- C17BO0288
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 140
- 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.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJune 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 10, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for FIRST STEP INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY from February 27, 2023 through June 10, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 17, 2025 and involved attendance accountability.
Four later inspections, from July 16, 2025 through June 10, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
4 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 13 local median in Weston
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 14%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.53
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
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), 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. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The unitary playground surface was observed with several cracks and holes throughout the playground area (Close to both installed playground equipment). Per provider's statement, a contract with a company will be concluded next week to take care of this repair. Technical assistance was provided regarding facility general maintenance requirements.
- Correction status
- Due by July 17, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-14
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature or did not maintain logs for 12 months. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Food log was observed missing verification of adequate temperatures of food for the month of May. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard, thermometer's requirements and what items must be included in the log (cold and hot).
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 33-08
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 accurate attendance roster for the children in care. License/Certificates [SR]
- Report comments
- While children from the three/four-year-old classroom were attending a school activity, the teacher in charge of supervising this class did not have an accurate attendance of the children participating in the activity. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation andor the issuance of a third Class II violation for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 402.281, Florida Statutes. FIRST STEP INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY C17BO0288 / 46131 2803 Executive Park ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-02
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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 7.4.1(A), Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(8)(b), F.A.C. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Several staff files are incomplete. There is no verification of the form 5131 on file and available for several staff. All documents must be completed and submitted by the deadline indicated.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-18
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.5 and (B), Handbook: The departments training transcript is the only acceptable verification of successful completion of the departments training.A copy of the training transcript must be included in each staff members personnel record maintained at the child care facility.Any course completion certificate not documented on the training transcript will be considered invalid, requiring that the course (s) be retaken. Until the coursework is retaken and completed, child care facilities will be out of compliance for the mandatory training standard. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- There are several staff files without training transcript verification on file during this visit. See supplemental for names.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 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
- 03-11
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. Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- Several Staff files are missing physicals, see supplemental for names.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters, and exposed bolts. Ladders on slides must have a handrail. The following equipment in the outdoor space is broken and needs to be repaired: [see comments]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- The large blue climbing equipment has an area that is cracked and must be repaired. Discontinue using until proper repairs have been completed.
- Correction status
- Due by June 26, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 24 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 24-03
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
Could you walk me through how your staff tracks children's attendance when they move between classrooms or participate in outdoor activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted an instance where attendance rosters were not fully updated during a school activity. Asking about current procedures helps parents understand how the center ensures every child is accounted for throughout the day.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required background screenings and personnel file documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 identified incomplete personnel files regarding background screening documentation. This question allows the director to explain the current system for maintaining staff records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor and document food temperatures to ensure all meals served meet safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2025 show a finding related to missing temperature verification in the food logs. Asking about this helps parents understand the center's current food safety and logging practices.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How often does your team perform maintenance checks on the playground and facility to ensure everything remains in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection noted concerns regarding the condition of the playground surface. This question provides insight into how the facility manages ongoing repairs and safety checks.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring all staff stay current with their required professional training and health assessments?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection records from 2023 indicated that some staff files were missing health statements and training transcripts. Asking about this helps parents understand how the administration keeps staff credentials up to date.
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