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HOME Preschool

976 N Lauderdale Ave, North Lauderdale, FL 33068

License:
C17BO0747
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
80
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.

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 inspectionMarch 27, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 27, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 17 available inspections for HOME Preschool from March 28, 2023 through March 27, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on December 8, 2025 and involved transportation, with a due date of December 22, 2025.

Two later inspections, from January 7, 2026 through March 27, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
17

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
8

4 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

17 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33068

Compared to 23 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.47
Local median
0.33

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
12%
Local median
14%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
18%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
1.09

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.

View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Facility/Storage [SR]
Report comments
The following are in need of repair: Stained ceiling tiles in 3 yr old classroom. Baseboard in 2 year old classroom. Peeling paint in bathroom by sink in 3b yr old classroom. Peeling paint by back door in 3 yr old classroom.
Correction status
Due by December 22, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
10-14
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
3.12(B), Handbook: All playground equipment must be securely anchored, unless portable or stationary by design, in good repair, maintained in safe and sanitary condition, and placed to ensure safe use by the children. The [slide] was not securely anchored or adequately spaced. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
There was a slide that needed to be properly secured.
Correction status
Due by December 22, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
22-01
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-45(b)(1), Ordinance: Vehicles must state the name of the child care facility on each side panel in six- to eight-inch letters. The back panel must have the wording Caution Transporting Children in a minimum of four-inch letters. The facilitys license number also must be printed on the side and back panels of the vehicle. The facility's vehicle(s) did not meet the requirement in that [see below].
Report comments
There was no caution transporting children sign on the back of the vehicle. Technical assistance was provided regarding required signage size. HOME Preschool C17BO0747 / 50180 976 N Lauderdale Ave North Lauderdale FL 33068 Routine1 12/08/2025 Page 4 of 6
Correction status
Due by December 22, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes
Official code
43-04
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
The bus driver's physical had an expiration date of 12/4/25. LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
Correction status
Due by December 15, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 44 - Drivers Qualifications/Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
44-02
View official report
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
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. See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of staff whose background screening results are not on file. (Section 19.5, number 1) Staff Requirement [SR]
Inspector notes
An N/A screening was observed for one staff member.
Correction status
Due by August 16, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-4, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
Official code
01-01
Medium concern: Facility condition
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 narrative]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
Stained ceiling tiles were observed in three classrooms (ones, twos, and VPK) indicative of water intrusion. Please address the source of the issue.
Correction status
Due by August 30, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-13
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
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]. (Section 10, number 1) Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
The following areas were found in need of repair/replace: Tile next to carpet observed broken and cracked. Tile in the twos classroom observed cracked. Carpet in the multipurpose room observed torn. Repair the screws that come out of the wooden box that is in the playground. Repair the soap dispenser that is loose in the twos classroom.
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23)
Official code
11-13
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.03(e), Ordinance: There shall be a minimum of six (6) inches of resilient, impact resistant material such as sand, mulch, grass, etc., under all permanently installed equipment unless approved rubber padding is used.The six (6) inch resilient, impact material shall not be on top of a non-yielding surface for facilities licensed after the date this Ordinance is adopted. Non-yielding surfaces, such as concrete, gravel, rock, or paving shall not exceed one-fourth (1/4) of the required outdoor play space.3.12(D), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a minimum of 6 inches in depth of loose ground cover (such as but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) or other shock absorbing protective surface under the equipment and within the fall zone that provides resilience, and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the fall zone area. The playground surface was insufficient. (Section 11.2, number 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
During today's inspection it was noted that the permanent or stationary playground equipment did not have a minimum of 6 inches in depth of loose ground cover under the equipment to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls.
Correction status
Due by August 31, 2023
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 23 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.7 Outdoor Play Area and Section 10.8 Fencing, Pages 25-26)
Official code
23-06

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 explain the process for ensuring all transportation staff have their required medical documentation up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a December 2025 inspection note that a driver did not have a current annual physical examination on file. Asking about this process helps clarify how the center tracks and maintains required staff certifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does the center take to ensure all required safety signage is clearly displayed on your transport vehicles?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2025 identified that a vehicle was missing required exterior signage. This question allows the director to explain the current procedures for vehicle compliance and regular safety checks.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the routine maintenance and safety checks for your outdoor play equipment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show multiple instances where playground equipment maintenance was noted, including issues with anchoring and surface materials. Discussing the maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the facility keeps play areas in good repair.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe your process for identifying and addressing facility repairs to ensure the environment remains in good condition?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public inspection records from 2023, 2024, and 2025 contain findings related to facility repairs, such as ceiling tiles and general wear. Asking about the repair process provides insight into how the center proactively manages building maintenance.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to communicating with families regarding daily routines and any changes in center operations?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how the center keeps families informed helps parents feel confident in the transparency and communication style of the administration. This question helps clarify how the provider shares important updates about daily care and facility management.