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CHILDREN IN THE SPIRIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

1500 NW 3rd Ave, Pompano Beach, FL 33060

License:
C17BO0363
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: 6:45AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
113
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.

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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 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 9, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 18 available inspections for CHILDREN IN THE SPIRIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL from February 2, 2023 through March 9, 2026.

Six inspections recorded violations, with 11 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on March 5, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness, with a due date of March 12, 2026.

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

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
18

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
11

2 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
6

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

18 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33060

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.61
Local median
0.21

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
17%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
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.

View official 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. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
Carpets need to cleaned in the two year old room and one year old room.
Correction status
Due by March 12, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
10-13
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. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
A blue helicopter outside had peeling paint.
Correction status
Due by March 12, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
22-03
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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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
The main corridor wall had panels that were unscrewed and the end panel partition wall was not attached properly. In addition, going into the 1 year old room the bottom of the wall next to the entrance needs plaster to cover 2 holes. TA was provided for 3 light fixtures.
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
10-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
3.5(F), Handbook: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than 3 inches that would allow children to exit the outdoor play area. The base of the fence must remain at ground level, and be free from erosion or build-up to prevent inside and outside access by children or animals. These areas must have at least two exits, with at least one being remote from the buildings. If an outdoor play area was approved for usage by the Department prior to October 25, 2017, no new exits are required to be added to meet this standard. However, if outdoor play area fencing is changed then the standard would apply and two exits must be provided. The facilitys fencing was inadequate in that [Top clips were not attached, bottom of fence needs to be attached in a section, exit gate gap is too large to post.]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
Top clips were not attached in back and side section, bottom of fence needs to be attached in a section back, exit gate gap is too large to post.
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
21-11
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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 [Ceiling tile and bathroom sink. ]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
The following areas are need of repair: Ceiling tile above the four's classroom. Sink in the girl's bathroom need to be repair or replace. Ceiling tiles in the Vpk classroom was fixed during the time of the inspection. Technical assistance provided: Provider must ensure the safety of the children when conducting repairs and maintenance with the children present.
Correction status
Due by November 27, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-13
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.2(D) and (E), 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, and ensure that a second staff member signs and dates the transportation log verifying that all children were accounted for, and that the log is completeUpon arrival at the destination by vehicle, a second and different staff member 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 [ log was missing signature of driver/second person conducting sweep]. Transportation [SR]
Report comments
A revisit for transportation logs (46-6) was conducted today, 5/10/2023. On today's revisit inspection, the provider is in compliance with standard 46-6 as she is now keeping a record of transportation logs. The transportation logs were not fully complete, therefore, a non- compliance for standard 46-8 is being issued. The logs were missing second person's signature and the dates the transportation log pertains to. Per the logs, the second person did not sign the log for Friday (MM confirmed that this is last week's log 5/1/23 - 5/5/23). Another log (without a date) did not include the driver's signature for Mon- Fri and a the second person's signature for Thu - Fri. Per log, ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 25, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
46-08
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.2(A), Handbook:A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from the premises of the child care facility.The facility did not have evidence that a log was maintained for children transported. Transportation [SR]
Inspector notes
This standard was non-compliant on previous complaint inspection dated 2/2/2023 as the Owner did not have any transportation logs for the school age children that are transported to the child care center at 5:00PM. On today's revisit inspection, the provider stated that she will not be completing a transportation log for these children being transported because they have nothing to do with her preschool. TA was provided again that a log is required for all children being transported to the child care center. A notice of violation will be issued as this is the second occurrence for this non-compliance. When asked for the transportation logs for the after care children from the ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 2, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
46-06
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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. 7. When children 2 years of age and older are in care, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the age group with the largest number of children within the group. A staff-to- child ratio of [1] staff for [10] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
A complaint allegation was received alleging that there are 2 classes for the 2 years old that have 20 children in each class and one teacher per class. Also there are 33 children in the 3 years old class with 1 teacher. A complaint inspection was conducted on 2/2/2023 and ratios were conducted. The naptime ratios were as follows: 1y/o 1:10, Per owner, another teacher was out to lunch. Ratio was not corrected during inspection 2y/o 1:16 2y/o 1:13 3y/o 1:30 4y/o 1:17 4y/o 1:15 Although a non-compliance is being issued for ratio, this complaint is Unsubstantiated for out of ratio in the 2y/o and 3y/o classroom.
Correction status
Due by February 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
08-01
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Sec. 7-4.06(c), Ordinance: There shall be at least one (1) staff person providing direct supervision at all times when one (1) or more children are present. At no time shall any child be left alone for any reason without direct supervision. 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. 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 of children or child at all times during the day including during meals, napping, snack time, 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 [stage]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Report comments
During the course of a complaint inspection, there were a total of 30 3y/o children napping that were split between the classroom and a stage area outside of the classroom enclosed area. Out of the 30, there were approx.. 14 children sleeping in the stage area. The children on the stage were not being directly supervised as the teacher was sitting on a table inside the 3y/o classroom. There is a portable wall blocking the view from the classroom to the stage, making it impossible to directly supervise the children sleeping on the stage.
Correction status
Due by February 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
08-02
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.01(g), Ordinance: All pets and animals must be in cages, pens, or on leashes and be protected so they cannot be reached by the children unless the childrens handling of the pet is directly supervised by an adult.Reptiles shall not be handled by children.3.1(C), Handbook: Animals that are poisonous and/ or aggressive in nature are prohibited.No animal may freely roam the indoor/outdoor premises. Animals are prohibited in areas where food is prepared, stored, or served. If animals or birds are kept in classrooms, they shall be caged and cages must be kept clean.The pets or animals were not caged or leashed to prevent contact with children. Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
During the course of a complaint inspection, the following was observed unrelated to the complaint; A dog was observed in the lobby of the facility upon arrival. As we walked through the facility, the dog was observed walking around the facility including the 2y/o classroom where children were napping. The owner was informed that no animal may freely roam the indoor/outdoor premises. All pets and animals must be in cages, pens, or on leashes and be protected so they cannot be reached by the children unless the childrens handling of the pet is directly supervised by an adult.
Correction status
Due by February 2, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-06
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
2.5.2(A), Handbook:A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from the premises of the child care facility.The facility did not have evidence that a log was maintained for children transported. Transportation [SR]
Report comments
A complaint allegation was received on 2/1/2023 alleging that on January 31st, a parent went to pickup her child and the attendant at the preschool was unable to locate him. She glanced in the area where the school bus was parked and notice her child banging on the window to get someones attention to get him out. Per the School owner (DA) this incident did not occur. She denied having any incident where a child may have been left on the bus. Statements were received from 3 school staff at random, all staff denied seeing or hearing of this incident where the child was left on the bus. This complaint could not be substantiated. During the course of a complaint inspection regard ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 8, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
46-06

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

Could you describe the current process for ensuring transportation logs are fully completed and verified by two staff members?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection show that transportation logs were previously missing required signatures and completion details. This question helps confirm that current procedures ensure all documentation is handled correctly for every trip.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to maintain the facility and address repair needs as they arise?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that facility maintenance and repair needs have been noted across multiple reports. This question helps families understand the center's approach to keeping the environment in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that outdoor play equipment is regularly inspected and kept in good condition for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report indicates that outdoor equipment has required repairs in the past. This question allows the provider to explain their routine for monitoring and maintaining the safety and quality of outdoor play areas.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to maintaining consistent staff-to-child ratios throughout the day, including during nap times or transitions?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center manages staffing levels during different parts of the day helps parents feel confident about the level of attention their child will receive.
General question

How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom supervision or staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication about daily operations and staffing helps parents stay informed and comfortable with the care their child receives while at the facility.