Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.45
- Local median
- 0.45
LEARNING CITY ACADEMY IV
2203 SW 2nd St, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
- License:
- C17BO0761
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 81
- License expiration:
- March 31, 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.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJune 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 5, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 20 available inspections for LEARNING CITY ACADEMY IV from January 3, 2023 through June 5, 2026.
Six inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on October 31, 2024 and involved staff training, with a due date of November 21, 2024.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
Six later inspections, from November 26, 2024 through June 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 20
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 2
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
20 total inspections vs 18 local median in 33069
Compared to 13 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 20%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 30%
- Local median
- 22%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 1.23
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Incident records
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024Supervision
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 23, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.6.1(B), Handbook: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care staff member who meets the staff credential requirement. The facility was required to have at least [4] credentialed child care personnel and had [2] credentialed child care personnel.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Provide 2 more staff with the child care Credential .
- Correction status
- Due by November 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-06
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.06(c), Ordinance: There shall be at least one (1) staff person providing direct supervision at all times when one (1) or more children are present. At no time shall any child be left alone for any reason without direct supervision. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group of children or child at all times during the day including during meals, napping, snack time, and transportation of children.2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision was observed in the [3y/o classroom]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the course of a complaint investigation on 1/23/2024, the video footage of incident was observed. During the review of the incident, the teacher was observed leaving the classroom to retrieve a child, EH from somewhere outside of the classroom. Some children were observed napping and a few were standing up/ walking around. A non-compliance for a lack of Direct Supervision is being issued. A Notice of Violation is being issued.
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
- Report finding
- 2.8(A) and (B), Handbook:The child care facility shall adopt a discipline policy consistent with Section 402.305(12), F.S., including standards that prohibit children from being subjected to discipline which is severe, humiliating, frightening, or associated with food, rest, or toileting. Spanking or any other form of physical punishment is prohibited. The child care facility operators, employees, substitutes, and volunteers must comply with written disciplinary and expulsion policies.A method of discipline was used at the facility that was inappropriate. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider self reported an incident on Monday 1/22/2024 that teacher AJ grabbed a student roughly by the arm and was terminated for it. A complaint allegation was received on 1/24/2024 alleging that last Friday, 01/19/24, there was an incident with the teacher at the child care center. On Monday, the family was told about the incident. On Friday, the teacher grabbed EH aggressively. The teacher was fired because of that incident. After seeing footage of what occurred, it was noted that the teacher picked EH up by the arm and then slung her with force onto the cot. Then the teacher was pushing her down. EH then got on her knees. The teacher smashed her down and pushed her head ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - Child Discipline: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-01
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- 6.4(A) and (D), Handbook:All accidents and incidents that occur while a child is in the care of program staff must be documented on the same day they occur.The documentation must be maintained for one year. If the parent or legal guardian does not pick up the child on the date of occurrence of the accident or incident, the individual authorized to pick up the child must sign and be provided a copy of the accident/incident form.Documentation of an accident/incident was not provided on the day it occurred. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- Provider self reported an incident on Monday 1/22/2024 that teacher AJ grabbed a student roughly by the arm and was terminated for it. A complaint allegation was received on 1/24/2024 alleging that last Friday, 01/19/24, there was an incident with the teacher at the child care center. On Monday, the family was told about the incident. On Friday, the teacher grabbed EH aggressively. The teacher was fired because of that incident. After seeing footage of what occurred, it was noted that the teacher picked EH up by the arm and then slung her with force onto the cot. Then the teacher was pushing her down. EH then got on her knees. The teacher smashed her down and pushed her head ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 42 - Accident/Incident Reporting Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-8.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 42-03
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-4.06(c), Ordinance:Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and responding to each childs needs. Inadequate supervision occurred when a child/childrens needs were not met in the following incident: [child fell while playing at the playground]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- A complaint allegation was received alleging that on November 13th or 17th of 2023 child (AD) fell and parents were not notified. The childs ankle was swollen and after speaking with the director, she said nothing had happened because the children didn't go outside. After parent requested to see video footage, they noticed that the child fell on the uneven pavement outside. The child was taken to hospital by the parent and no incident report by anyone at the school was given to the parents. Parent believes her child has been neglected. A complaint inspection was conducted on 1/23/2024 and statements from the teachers (RS and JI) were received. Per Ms. JI, the children did go ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 08 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-4.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 08-03
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-8.06, Ordinance:A written record of unusual incidents affecting the program or the child care facility, as well as accidental injuries to children and child care personnel, must be kept on file on an accident or incident form approved by the local licensing agency. Documentation shall include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of staff members and the parent.The facility did not complete a report for an accident/injury that occurred. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- A complaint allegation was received alleging that on November 13th or 17th of 2023 child (AD) fell and parents were not notified. The childs ankle was swollen and after requesting footage they noticed that the child fell on the uneven pavement outside. The child was taken to hospital and no incident report was given to the parent. A complaint inspection was conducted on 1/23/2024 and a statement was received from the teachers (RSJ and JT). Per teachers, the office staff write the incident reports. A statement from the director could not be received as the director is no longer employed at the school. The child's file was checked for compliance and there was no record of accid ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 23, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 42 - Accident/Incident Reporting Group: Secs. 7-6.01 and 7-8.06, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 42-04
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 7-5.04(d)(2), Ordinance: At all times when infants are napping or sleeping, mobiles hanging above cribs or play yards shall be prohibited, and no items shall be contained inside, attached to, or hung on any crib or play yard, including, but not limited to, pillows, toys, stuffed animals, bumper pads, bibs, blankets, quilts, or comforters. Infants may use pacifiers while napping or sleeping, as long as such pacifiers are not tied or fastened to the infants' clothing or to the crib or play yard. Items such as [See comments below]were observed in a crib/play yard with a sleeping infant. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During today's inspection a baby was observed in the crib with a bib. - another baby with a blanket in the crib. TA was provided that infants shall not be placed in the cribs with items contained inside. Pacifiers can be in the crib but they cannot be attached to anything.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 22 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 22-08
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Medicines, cleaning supplies, flammables, and other potentially poisonous supplies shall be stored and locked in a place out of a child's reach and in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the children. All surfaces or items accessible to children shall be free of toxic materials, and pose no threat to the health and safety of the children or personnel. Lead-based paints are prohibited.3.2(A), Handbook: All areas and surfaces accessible to children must be free from toxic substances, bio contaminants, and hazardous materials/equipment/tools, including power tools, plastic bags, matches, candles, lighters, etc. A toxic substance was accessible to children. Facility/Storage [SR]
- Inspector notes
- During the inspection the monitor observed cleaning products unlocked and accessible to children. The provider removed the cleaning products immediately.
- Correction status
- Due by June 6, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 12-05
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance.
- Report comments
- A complaint allegation was received on 1/20/2023 alleging that the child care personnel are not qualified through the state. The transcripts will tell it all, they hire people here hoping theyll get certified but they dont. A complaint inspection was conducted on 1/25/2023 and the staff files were checked for compliance. Based on the DCF training transcripts all staff except one have completed their initial training or are within their initial 90 day period to start training. See supplemental for details on staff member who has not completed the required trainings within 15 months of working in the child care industry.
- Correction status
- Due by February 16, 2023
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-03
No recorded violations in this report
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 describe the steps taken to ensure that all staff members are fully trained and qualified to work with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection report indicate that there was a past concern regarding the use of inappropriate discipline methods by a staff member. Asking about current training and qualification processes helps parents understand how the center ensures staff are prepared to provide a supportive environment.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 06/05/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for maintaining direct supervision of children throughout the day, including during transitions and outdoor play?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that supervision was a topic of concern in multiple reports. This question allows the director to explain the current practices in place to ensure children are always watched and directed by staff.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 06/05/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring that all sleeping areas for infants remain free of items that could pose a safety risk?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a finding regarding items found in cribs. Asking about current sleep safety practices helps parents understand how the center maintains a safe environment for infants.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later clean inspection was recorded on 06/05/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that all accidents or incidents are documented and communicated to families in a timely manner?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official records show that incident reporting procedures were a recurring topic in past inspections. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center keeps families informed about their child's day.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 06/05/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you explain how you ensure that the required number of credentialed staff are always present to meet the needs of the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in 2024 noted a finding regarding the number of credentialed staff on-site. This question helps parents understand how the center manages staffing requirements to maintain quality care.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 06/05/2026.
Related violations