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STEPS 2 PROGRESS LEARNING DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC

7619 Davie Road Ext, Hollywood, FL 33024

License:
C17BO0686
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat: 9:00AM to 5:00PM; Sun: Closed
Capacity:
46
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 inspectionMay 22, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 22, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 15 available inspections for STEPS 2 PROGRESS LEARNING DEVELOPMENT CENTER, LLC from March 30, 2023 through May 22, 2026.

Four inspections recorded violations, with 12 recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on April 24, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of May 24, 2026.

Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

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
15

5 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
12

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

15 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33024

Compared to 41 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.8
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
13%
Local median
13%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
27%
Local median
21%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
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.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [see below].
Report comments
The facility did not have documentation of childcare personnels completion of required training within 12 months from the date training begins. See supplemental notes for more information.
Correction status
Due by May 24, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
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. Health Program [SR]
Report comments
The facility did not have at the time of the onsite inspection visit documentation for (3) childcare personnel on required annual refresher education of the facilitys exposure plan. See supplemental notes for more information.
Correction status
Due by May 24, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 29 - Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
29-09
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Sec. 7-43(a), Ordinance: Within 15 days after enrollment, the child care facility must obtain, from a parent for each child in care, a current, complete, and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(o), Florida Administrative Code, or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(p), Florida Administrative Code. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the Florida Department of Health. The Florida Certificate of immunization was missing for children in care. Childrens Records [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The Florida Certificate of immunization was missing for (4) children in care. Proof of current immunization was not on file at the time of the online visit. See supplemental notes for more information.
Correction status
Due by May 24, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
37-03
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Sec. 7-30(b), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members.
Correction / follow-up note
(3) Childcare personnel files were observed missing proof of education. See supplemental notes for more information. TA provided, all childcare personnel shall be a high school graduate or equivalent, proof of education is required upon employment and must be available for review, proof of education must be on file.
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
02-04
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
7.4, Handbook: Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site and available for review by the licensing authority. Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed personnel files in disarray and several documents were missing or unavailable. See supplemental notes for more information. TA provided, required documents (forms) for personnel must be a completed entirely and available for review by the licensing authority. RATIOS/DISCIPLINE
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
06-01
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [4] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [5] children was observed. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
During the onsite inspection visit, the infant classroom was observed with (1) childcare personnel and (5) infants. The ratio was corrected during the inspection visit, a second childcare personnel member was sent to the classroom. Raio observed at the end of the inspection visit: infants 2:5, and Twos - Threes 1: 7.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
Official code
07-01
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
7.3, Handbook: The facility operator shall obtain enrollment information from the childs custodial parent or legal guardian prior to accepting a child in care. This information shall be documented on CF-FSP Form 5219, Child Care Application for Enrollment, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(f), F.A.C., or an equivalent form that contains all the information required by the Department on CF-FSP Form 5219. The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child (ren) in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Childrens Records [SR]
Inspector notes
Several of the children files were observed in disarray and missing complete application and other required documents. (2) out of (7) files review was missing the complete application. See supplemental notes for more information. TA provided, required documents (forms) for children must be a completed entirely and available for review by the licensing authority.
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 36 - Enrollment Information Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
36-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
7.1, Handbook: The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o), F.A.C., or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681, which is incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian. The Florida Certificate of immunization was expired for children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Childrens Records [SR]
Report comments
Several children had expired, and missing immunization and physical; (7) children files were reviewed. See supplemental notes for more information. (2) Missing immunization and physical. (2) Missing physical form. (2) missing and with expired immunization.
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 37 - Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
37-04
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Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.
Report comments
The facility did not have documentation to show of one childcare personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the childcare industry. See supplemental notes
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.2.3, Handbook: All child care personnel, including substitutes and volunteers, who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abuse head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire. Staff Requirements [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
The facility did not have documented proof of childcare personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire of Shaken Baby Syndrome training. See supplemental sheet for more information. TA, All child care personnel, including substitutes and volunteers, who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abuse head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-04
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature or did not maintain logs for 12 months. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
Correction / follow-up note
At the time of the inspection visit the facility did not have a food acceptance log; per the teacher the catering company did not provide a log at the time the food was deliver. The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature. TA, the food log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient.
Correction status
Due by May 22, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
33-08
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Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
2.8 (B), Handbook: The child care facility operators, employees, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies. Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and or/expulsion policies. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Inspector notes
Director self reported that Ms. SN without cause or reason, walked up to child, D. and slapped him once on the side of his face. After the incident, D. did not cry, and remained sitting in his chair. The Assistant teacher was present in the classroom and observed the incident. D. had no visible injuries. There is also video surveillance of the incident. Ms. SN was also observed via video footage aggressively pulling K. by the arm. K. passed by Ms. SN, at which time, she grabbed him by the arm and swung him aggressively in a circle without warrant. She then sat K. down in the chair. Also, during an incident, Ms. SN took her hand and began squeezing and shaking K's head. During ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Child Discipline: DCF Handbook
Official code
10-09

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

How do you ensure that the correct number of staff members are always present in each classroom throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2025 inspection report noted an instance where the staff-to-child ratio in the infant classroom did not meet the required standards. This question helps understand the current procedures in place to maintain proper supervision levels at all times.
Context
The ratio was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for tracking and updating children's immunization records to ensure they remain current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show repeated findings regarding missing or expired immunization documentation for children in care. This question allows the director to explain the current system for monitoring these health files.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage staff training requirements and ensure that all documentation is kept up to date for licensing reviews?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Official inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 indicate multiple instances where documentation for required staff training was missing or incomplete. This question provides insight into how the facility tracks staff professional development and compliance.
Related violations
General question

What steps do you take to ensure that all required enrollment forms are fully completed and organized for every child?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining complete and accurate enrollment records is essential for the safety and well-being of the children. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative organization and attention to detail regarding essential paperwork.
General question

How do you communicate with families if there are changes to the daily routine or staffing in their child's classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication between the center and families is vital for a smooth daily experience. This question helps parents understand how the facility keeps families informed about classroom operations and any adjustments to the care environment.