Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.6
- Local median
- 0.31
PEPPERMINT ACADEMY PRESCHOOL
7751 Johnson St, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
- License:
- C17BO0443
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 99
- 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
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 inspectionJune 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 3, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 15 available inspections for PEPPERMINT ACADEMY PRESCHOOL from February 8, 2023 through June 16, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 16, 2026 and involved transportation, with a due date of June 23, 2026.
That higher-concern topic showed up in three inspections.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 15
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 6
- Repeated topics
- 1
3 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
15 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33024
Compared to 41 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 27%
- Local median
- 13%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 40%
- Local median
- 21%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- 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.
Transportation
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 4 recorded violations.
October 17, 2023February 18, 2025June 16, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did not have an annual physical on file. Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- There was no evidence on file of a current drivers physical for the staff member in charge of transporting children attending the program. See supplemental sheet for additional information. PEPPERMINT ACADEMY PRESCHOOL C17BO0443 / 46777 7751 Johnson St Pembroke Pines FL 33024 Routine1 06/16/2026 Page 3 of 5
- Correction status
- Due by June 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 44-02
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Todays transportation log was observed missing the following information: Departure • Destination • Driver signature (only one signature was recorded for all 4 trips) • Second staff member signature (only one signature was recorded for all 4 trips) • Provider was advised to use the transportation log template found in the DCF website. Provider would need to submit via email a copy of the transportation log for each field trip schedule during the month of June. Per providers statement, the next field trips are schedule for June 19th, June 25th and June 30th. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [See comment].
- Correction / follow-up note
- Three (3) out of the ten (10) safety restrains devices (seatbelts) available in the vehicle with VIN # 6026, were not buckling at the time of the inspection. Provider needs to submit a copy of the transportation log daily via email until the seatbelts have been properly repaired. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. ************************* Vehicle with VIN # 6026 was observed in compliance with the following sections: Vehicle alarm, vehicle labeling requirements, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit. Vehicle insurance is valid until 3/10/25 Vehicle inspection was conducted on 9/4/24.
- Correction status
- Due by February 18, 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
- 43-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.06, Ordinance:A written record of unusual incidents affecting the program or the child care facility, as well as accidental injuries to children and child care personnel, must be kept on file on an accident or incident form approved by the local licensing agency. Documentation shall include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of staff members and the parent.The facility did not complete a report for an accident/injury that occurred. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Allegation On 10/16/2023, Childcare Licensing received a complaint alleging a child was hit by his teacher. The parent alleged that the child came home with a bruise on his forehead. The parent alleged that the director and teachers were aware of the hitting incident but failed to report the incident to her. Findings An onsite investigation was conducted on 10/17/2023. The director and staff members supervising the child were interviewed. The teacher stated that a child was throwing around a paper plane. While the teacher was taking away the paper plane from the child Caysen was accidentally nipped by the paper plane on his forehead. The teacher stated Caysen did not cry or e ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 18, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 42 - Accident/Incident Reporting Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-8.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 42-04
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- 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 [see comments below]. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- The following areas of the facility were found to be in need of repairs: - Repair/replace the missing ceiling tiles (Classrooms 2 & 3). - Repair the chipping paint throughout the facility. - Repair and cover the exposed wires inside the orange box located in the vpk classroom. - Remove all nails/screws that's protruding through the walls and playground equipment. - Remove all of the trash and clean the transportation vehicle. - Repair/replace the missing A/C vents in the ceiling of the transportation van. - Technical assistance was provided on toxins being stored and locked in a location inaccessible to children. - Technical assistance was provided on the food handler wearing ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 11-13
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 the premises of the child care facility.The log must include each childs name; the date and time of departure; time of arrival at the destination; the signature of the driver (or in the case of travelling on foot, the signature of the child care personnel); and the signature of a second staff member 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]
- Report comments
- The signatures of a second staff member was missing from the facility's transportation log. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
- Correction status
- Due by October 31, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 46 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-9, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 46-07
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: [torn tunnel and play house base]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following was observed in need of repair; - playhouse had torn base at entrance causing rough edges - yellow play tunnel on play structure had torn top cover
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 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
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Staff Requirement [SR]
- Report comments
- One staff did not complete the required pre-service training. Training Requirements 18.1 Pre-service Timeframe All pre-service training requirements listed below must be completed by all program personnel, volunteers and substitutes, each as defined in this handbook, within 90 days of initial employment with any provider participating in the school readiness program. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another school readiness provider within this 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all pre-service training requirements may not be allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a school readiness program. 18.2 Training Cours ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 7, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
- Official code
- 03-12
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.1(A)(7), Handbook: The food preparation area must include a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink with running water and drainage, soap, trash can, and disposable towels or hand-drying machines that are properly installed and maintained. A handwashing sink shall not be used for any purpose other than handwashing. Handwashing stations must include posted signs visible to employees and children, demonstrating proper handwashing technique. Portable sinks may not be used for dishwashing or food preparation. If a portable sink is used for handwashing in the food preparation area, hot water must be provided.The handwashing area was noncompliant because [see comment]. (Section 17.1, number 1) Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- The facility does not have any sinks in the food prep area. A staff bathroom that is in close proximity is used for Handwashing for food prep. Provide an additional food prep sink within the food prep area as required. Provide a safe barrier around the food prep area in the classroom to prevent children from entering.
- Correction status
- Due by March 8, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Hand (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17 Food and Nutrition Services, Pages 35-41)
- Official code
- 35-13
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 walk me through the current process for documenting transportation logs and verifying that all children have arrived safely?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in June 2026 indicate that the facility's transportation logs were missing required information, such as departure and arrival times and secondary staff signatures.
- Context
- The facility is currently working to address this record-keeping requirement.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members who drive for the program remain up-to-date with their required medical clearances and physical examinations?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that a driver's annual physical examination was not on file at the time of the visit.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your routine for checking the safety and condition of the vehicles used to transport children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show multiple findings related to transportation over the last few years, including a 2025 report regarding the maintenance of safety restraint devices.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to maintaining the facility and ensuring that any necessary repairs are identified and addressed quickly?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2023 identified several areas in need of repair, such as ceiling tiles and playground equipment, to ensure the environment remains safe.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle the documentation process when an unexpected incident occurs, and how are parents informed?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection report indicate that a required incident report was not completed for an injury that occurred at the facility.
Related violations