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 inspectionApril 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 7, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for CITY OF FT. LAUDERDALE AT RIVERLAND PARK from April 26, 2023 through April 7, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 8, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 8, 2025.
Four later inspections, from April 28, 2025 through April 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
Total inspections
11
3 in last 12 months
Recorded violations
1
0 in last 12 months
Higher-concern violations
1
0 in last 12 months
Repeated topics
0
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33312
Compared to 24 local facilities
Recorded violations per inspection
This provider
0.09
Local median
0.39
0.09This provider
0.39Local median
Inspections with higher-concern violations
This provider
9%
Local median
11%
9%This provider
11%Local median
Inspections with recorded violations
This provider
9%
Local median
25%
9%This provider
25%Local median
Repeated topics
This provider
0
Local average
1.54
0This provider
1.54Local average
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.
5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel.
Report comments
There was a staff member without a valid DCF childcare eligibility screen. A Notice of Violation will be issued.
Correction status
Due by April 8, 2025
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
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 members have their required background screenings completed before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from April 2025 noted an instance where documentation for a required background screening was missing for a staff member. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains compliance with these important hiring requirements.
Context
A later inspection on April 7, 2026, showed no findings.
Related violations
General question
How does the center verify that all staff members are up to date on their training and certifications throughout the year?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Regularly tracking staff credentials ensures that everyone interacting with children meets the necessary professional standards. This question helps parents understand the administrative oversight in place for maintaining a qualified team.
General question
What steps are taken to supervise staff and ensure that all facility policies are consistently followed during daily operations?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent supervision of staff is key to maintaining a high-quality environment for children. Learning about these internal checks provides insight into how the center manages its day-to-day responsibilities.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are any changes to staffing or if new personnel join the team?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication about who is working with children helps parents feel more connected and informed. This question helps families understand the center's approach to transparency regarding their staff.
General question
What is the center's approach to onboarding new employees to ensure they are fully aware of all safety and operational protocols?
Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the training process for new hires helps parents see how the center prioritizes safety and consistency from the start of an employee's tenure. This is a helpful way to gauge the center's commitment to operational excellence.