Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.2
- Local median
- 0.5
PANDA LITTLE ACADEMY
3900 SW 40th Ave, West Park, FL 33023
- License:
- C17BO0403
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 115
- 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
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 inspectionMay 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for PANDA LITTLE ACADEMY from January 11, 2023 through May 7, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 21, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of February 4, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Two later inspections, from March 4, 2026 through May 7, 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
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
4 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33023
Compared to 33 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 17%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 30%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 1.67
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Transportation
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 8, 2025January 21, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.2(A)(1-5), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all children being transported in a vehicle or on foot away from and/or to the premises of the child care facility. The log must include: (1.) Each childs name, (2.) The date and time of departure, (3.) Time of arrival at the destination, (4.) The signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel), and (5.) The signature of a second child care personnel or person(s) authorized by the provider to verify the transportation log and that all children have arrived safely and left the vehicle (if applicable). The facilitys log did not include all required information. Transportation [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the month of December, the facilitys transportation log was observed to be missing a second staff signature for several days. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by February 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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 [see comments below] (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- The vehicle alarm does not meet requirement in that (vehicle alarm audio was not working). The provider advised that a mechanic was coming out to repair the vehicle's alarm audio.
- Correction status
- Due by May 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-12
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.5.1(D), 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 the effective date of this rule, 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 [Some fence clips broke off during the rain and wind on the top and uprights.]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- Some fence clips broke off during the rain and wind on the top and uprights.
- Correction status
- Due by September 18, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 23-12
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
Could you explain the current process for verifying transportation logs to ensure all required signatures are captured?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in January 2026 indicate that the facility's transportation log was missing a required second staff signature. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all safety documentation is completed accurately for every trip.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to regularly test and maintain the vehicle alarm systems?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from May 2025 noted that a vehicle alarm audio system was not working at the time. This question helps parents understand the ongoing maintenance routine for safety equipment used during transportation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to staff training regarding the importance of following all transportation safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show multiple transportation-related findings across recent inspections. This question helps families understand how the center emphasizes safety procedures and consistency among staff members.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the condition of the outdoor play area fencing to ensure it remains secure for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from September 2024 show a finding regarding broken fence clips on the outdoor play area. Asking about current monitoring practices provides insight into how the facility maintains its physical environment.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for parents to feel confident in the daily care provided to their children. Understanding how the center shares information helps families stay informed about operational updates and classroom activities.