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SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT COCONUT PALM ELEMENTARY

13601 Monarch Lakes Blvd, Miramar, FL 33027

License:
C17BO0605
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Food Served
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 11:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
450
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.

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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 3, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 3, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT COCONUT PALM ELEMENTARY from January 20, 2023 through June 3, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on May 1, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of May 31, 2026.

Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two 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
14

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33027

Compared to 9 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.21
Local median
0.17

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
14%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
21%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.78

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.

Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
6, Handbook: Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Program [SR]
Inspector notes
The program did not have documentation for two counselors on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. Both counselors were observed taking care of a group of children. See supplemental notes for more information.
Correction status
Due by May 31, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
29-09
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
This area cited for being out of compliance during the last inspection 9/16/2025; follow-up email was sent 11/6/2025 with no answer. During today revisit it was still out of compliance, a deadline extension was granted 12/15/2025; notice of violation may be issue after 12/15/2025.
Correction status
Due by December 15, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
47-01
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required since 9/9/2024.
Correction status
Due by October 17, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
47-01

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

Can you tell me about the current status of the facility's annual fire safety inspection and certification?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from inspections in late 2025 indicate that the facility needed to finalize its annual fire safety documentation. Asking about this helps families understand that the center is up to date with its required safety approvals.
Context
A later inspection on June 3, 2026, showed no findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is the process for verifying that all staff have completed their required annual training and safety certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that documentation requirements have been a topic of discussion in recent reports. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center manages its administrative and safety record-keeping responsibilities.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all staff members remain current with their required health and safety training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from May 2026 noted that documentation for annual refresher education on the facility's exposure plan was missing for some personnel. This question helps parents learn about the center's process for tracking and maintaining staff training records.
Context
A later inspection on June 3, 2026, showed no findings.
Related violations
General question

How often do you conduct internal reviews of staff files to ensure all certifications and training records are up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular internal audits help ensure that staff are always prepared and that all regulatory requirements are met. This question provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining organized and compliant personnel records.
General question

Could you describe the communication process if a parent has a question about the center's safety or health policies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication channels allow families to feel confident in the center's operations and transparency. Understanding how the leadership team handles inquiries helps parents build a collaborative relationship with the provider.