Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.27
- Local median
- 0.27
DAVID POSNACK JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
5850 S Pine Island Rd, Davie, FL 33328
- License:
- C17BO0343
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- VPK, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 366
- License expiration:
- September 30, 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.
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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 21, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 21, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for DAVID POSNACK JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER from April 24, 2023 through April 21, 2026.
Five inspections recorded violations, with 19 recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on August 27, 2025 and involved supervision.
Three later inspections, from September 16, 2025 through April 21, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 19
- Higher-concern violations
- 9
- Repeated topics
- 4
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33328
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 24%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 4
- Local average
- 0.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Health or food records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
August 1, 2024April 23, 2025Facility condition
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
August 1, 2024April 23, 2025Sleep safety
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
December 22, 2023August 1, 2024Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
December 22, 2023April 23, 2025Inspection 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
- 2.1(E), Handbook: The child care facility must not be used for any business or purpose unrelated to providing child care that can interfere with compliance with child care standards or permit the unsupervised presence of individuals who do not meet screening and training requirements (with the exception of parents or legal guardians of children in care) when children are present. A business was operated in the children's play space when children were in care.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed Room 12 to be partially converted to storage use. Per Director, the room is being leased out to another after-care program with [4] personnel and 3rd-4th graders (Gesher Synagogue). Office personnel confirmed the room as being rented out to Gesher "since the beginning of the school year." Director stated the program owner/manager would be informed that the use of this room is not permissible during licensed hours and the room will no longer be utilized for this purpose
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 5.1(K), Handbook: The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. The Clearinghouse roster was not updated.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, at least [16 of 78] personnel were not added to the Clearinghouse roster. There may be others. Provider should ensure ALL personnel are added to the Roster within 5 days of hire, per ACHA Clearinghouse. This item was revised on 06/12/25 following supervisory review.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-09
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. A complete CF-FSP Form 5131 was not on file for all employees.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At least [14 of 78] personnel files contained an incomplete FC-FSP Form 5131. There may be others. Provider is advised to review all required documentation for completion. Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 5.1(D) "The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and documentation of the findings. Documentation must include the applicants job title and description of his/her regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance. The employer/owner/operator must make at least three attempts to obtain employmen ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-15
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-30(b), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, at least [7] personnel files did not contain proof of education or equivalent. Some did not meet translation requirements per CCF Handbook and Ordinance. There may be others. Technical assistance: Per CCF Handbook, "High School Diploma or GED means a diploma or GED or their equivalent as recognized and accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or its equivalent at the state level. 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/univ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-04
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, [1] personnel had not initiated introductory child care training within 90 days of employment in the industry as evidenced by review of the DCF transcript. Technical assistance: CCF Handbook 4.5(B) "A copy of the training transcript must be included in each child care personnels record maintained at the child care facility" Provider should ensure training transcripts are up-to-date in personnel files.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
- Report comments
- At the time of inspection, [1] personnel files did not have a current health statement/Physician's No.8 form. This item was revised on 06/12/25 following supervisory review.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
- Official code
- 05-01
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. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, the following was observed: Ceiling Rm 13 bathroom has black buildup that requires immediate attention • Multiple ceiling tiles throughout the facility were observed to be water stained. • Ceiling vents in Rm 9 and Rm 11 bathrooms needs to be properly secured • An older, wall-mounted electronic device is hanging from the wall in Nest 7 bathroom • Ceiling vents in the Rm 1 and Rm 6 bathrooms need to be cleaned • Bathroom light in Rm 7 was not working properly/needs to be repaired • Technical assistance: CCF Handbook, Section 3.2(D) "Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia must not be present on the premises or in vehicles used by c ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by May 7, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-13
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 4.2.5, Handbook: All child care personnel shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher, at each facility they are employed, within 30 days of date of hire. The facility must maintain documentation that all child care personnel have completed training. The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher.
- Correction / follow-up note
- At the time of inspection, at least [23 of 78] personnel files did not contain proof that fire extinguisher training had been completed within 30 days of hire. There may be others. Last fire INSPECTION 05/04/2024 Last EXTINGUISHER service 01/2025 This item was revised on 06/12/25 following supervisory review.
- Correction status
- Due by May 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 47-02
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 [1] child care personnel for [6] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7 and 8 one year old ] children was observed.
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, licensing monitor observed two [1yr] old classrooms to be out of ratio Ratios observed out of compliance 1yr, 1:7 1yr, 1:8 Provider resolved by returning staff who were on break to classes Remaining ratios observed infant, 2:8 infant 2:3 1yr, 2:6 2yr, 2:9 2yr, 2:11 2yr, 2:9 2yr, 1:8 3yr, 3:11 and 1 RBT 3yr, 1:7 3yr, 3:12 3-4yr, 3:14 4yr, 2:18 4yr, 2:13
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-09
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.3.1(A-C), Handbook: All areas of the facility must have lighting that provides adequate illumination and comfort for facility activities, a minimum of 20 foot-candles of lighting is required. Lighting must be sufficient to allow for adequate supervision and safe entering and exiting of the room.For reading, homework, painting and other close work areas, 50 foot-candles at the work surface is required.During naptime, lighting must allow staff to visually observe and supervise children.Sec. 7-5.01(h), Ordinance: Lights shall not be turned off, but may be dimmed, in the infant room while the children are sleeping so as to not inhibit supervision of the children.All rooms do not meet the requirement for sufficient light.
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed both [2yr old] classrooms with insufficient lighting at naptime. Provider resolved by turning on available naptime lights
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-08
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Knives and sharp tools/instruments shall be stored and locked in locations inaccessible to children. Children had access to [adult scissors and hand sanitizer].
- Inspector notes
- At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed two [3yr old] classrooms where adult scissors and hand sanitizer were out on teacher desks and accessible to children. Provider resolved by making scissors inaccessible. The section number cited above is incorrect. The facility is being issued a non-compliance of Section 3.2 (B), DCF Handbook Technical assistance regarding labeling of refillable bottles
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 12-02
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.2(C) and (D), Handbook: A minimum of 18 inches must be maintained around individual napping and sleeping spaces. A maximum of two sides of a napping or sleeping space may be against a solid barrier, such as the wall. The solid side of a crib does not meet the requirements for a solid barrier.Napping and sleeping spaces must not be under furniture or against furniture that creates a hazard.Bedding was not spaced appropriately.
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, licensing monitor observed multiple classrooms with inadequate naptime space Provider resolved by moving children
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 21 - Napping Space Group: Sec. 7-5.04, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 21-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- 3.9.1, Handbook: A food preparation area is a designated room, such as a kitchen or a designated space in a facility not normally used or accessible to the children in daily operations for indoor play, classroom, work or nap spaces, and not included when calculating usable indoor floor space. The food preparation area was used inappropriately in that [it was being used for \"cooking activities.\"].
- Report comments
- At time of inspection, children's lunch was being served from the lobby. Per provider, the kitchen was not being utilized for lunch services because it was being used for "children's cooking activities" as a part of summer camp programming. The kitchen should not be accessible to children in daily operations. Provider has stated lunch service will be returned to the kitchen and food-related activities will be moved to a classroom
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-11
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.1(A)(1-6), Handbook:The food preparation area must include the following: 1. Ventilation provided either by mechanical or natural means to provide fresh air and control of unpleasant odors, such as, a fan, vent, or open window with a screen; 2. Smooth, nonabsorbent food contact surfaces with no unsealed cracks or seams. Food-contact surfaces are surfaces of equipment, countertops, utensils, etc. that food contacts during food preparation; 3. Food equipment maintained and stored in a sanitary manner and out of the reach of children; 4. Shielded lighting; 5. Nonabsorbent and easily-cleaned flooring or floor covering; 6. Ceiling must be easily cleanable or replacable in the event of water and other damage, mildew, or mold. The food preparation area was found to be noncompliant because [lunch was being served from the lobby with sternos and not the licensed kitchen space].
- Report comments
- At time of inspection, children's lunch was being served from the lobby and not from the appropriate food preparation area. Lunch service concluded. Provider has stated lunch service would be returned to the kitchen.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 35-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily.3.9.6(B), Handbook: The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, the facility staff must put the label on when the formula or food is received.Bottles were not labeled or stored properly.
- Inspector notes
- At time of inspection, licensing monitor observed multiple infant bottles, sippy cups, water bottles and food brought from home that were not individually labeled with children's first and last name. Provider resolved by properly labeling items.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 36 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-7.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 36-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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.
- Inspector notes
- [4] personnel were observed to have incomplete training requirements [4] personnel did not initiate required training within 90 days of hire into the child care industry
- Correction status
- Due by January 22, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-03
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.
- Inspector notes
- [3 of 7] personnel observed caring for infants did not complete the bi-annual safe sleep training
- Correction status
- Due by January 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-06
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 7-5.04(c)(2), Ordinance: All crib and play yard mattresses must be covered with a tightly-fitted sheet and be capable of maintaining their shape when covered with such fitted sheet. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate.
- Inspector notes
- [2] cribs in Nest 5 were observed to have inappropriate crib sheets. Provider resolved by replacing with tightly fitting sheets. Technical assistance was previously provided for this item.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION - 22 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 22-04
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 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 [Read below].
- Inspector notes
- The following areas were observed to need repair, removal, or replacement: - Indoor and outdoor water fountains need to be accessible and functional. - All water-stained ceiling tiles need to be replaced. - All clutter and extensive material stored behind centers, bathrooms, and walls need to be removed and stored correctly. - All
- Correction status
- Due by May 22, 2023
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
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 explain the process for ensuring all staff background screening files are complete and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an official inspection report indicate that some personnel files were missing required background screening documentation. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains compliance with these important hiring requirements.
- Context
- The inspection report noted this finding in April 2025.
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Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all staff members are properly added to the required background screening roster within the specified timeframe?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted that some staff members were not added to the required clearinghouse roster. Understanding the current administrative practice for roster management provides insight into how the facility tracks its personnel.
- Context
- The inspection report noted this finding in April 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that all staff are trained in fire safety procedures shortly after they are hired?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that a previous inspection found some staff files lacked documentation of required fire extinguisher training. This question helps parents understand how the center verifies and documents that all employees are prepared for emergencies.
- Context
- The inspection report noted this finding in April 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe how the center manages naptime arrangements to ensure all safety guidelines regarding space and bedding are met?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that sleep safety and naptime space requirements have been a topic of concern in multiple reports. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a safe sleeping environment for children.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the center's current approach to maintaining cleanliness and ensuring all facility areas remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records indicate that facility maintenance and cleanliness have been noted as a topic in several inspections. This question allows the director to explain the routine maintenance schedule and how they monitor the condition of the center.
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