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APPLE TREE MONTESSORI, INC.

6301 SW 160th Ave, Southwest Ranches, FL 33331

License:
C17BO0680
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
96
License expiration:
September 30, 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.

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 inspectionApril 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 8, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for APPLE TREE MONTESSORI, INC. from April 14, 2023 through April 8, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on July 30, 2025 and involved transportation.

Two later inspections, from December 3, 2025 through April 8, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 13 local median in Broward County

Compared to 701 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.1
Local median
0.25

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
10%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
10%
Local median
18%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.85

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.

View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook: During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [June.]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
There was no record of fire drill conducted for the month of June 2025. Technical assistance was provided regarding this standard. Provider has conducted a drill today 7/30/2025 to bring the area into compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 48 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
48-01

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

Could you walk me through your current process for ensuring that monthly fire drills are consistently conducted and documented?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an inspection in July 2025 noted a missing record for a monthly fire drill. This question helps clarify how the center tracks these required safety procedures to ensure they are always up to date.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about the daily routines and activities planned for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center shares information about daily schedules helps parents feel more connected to their child's experience and daily care.
General question

What is your approach to staff training and supervision to ensure that all safety protocols are followed throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about how staff are trained and supervised gives insight into how the facility maintains consistent care standards for all children.
General question

How do you handle transitions between different activities or areas of the center to maintain a calm and organized environment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Transitions can be busy times in a childcare setting, and knowing how the staff manages these moments helps parents understand the center's approach to classroom management.
General question

What steps do you take to ensure that all required administrative records are kept current and easily accessible for review?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining accurate records is a key part of center operations, and this question helps parents understand the administrative diligence of the leadership team.