Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.33
NORTH LAUDERDALE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
1051 SW 80th Ave, North Lauderdale, FL 33068
- License:
- C17BO0836
- 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, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 65
- License expiration:
- December 31, 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
Questions worth asking
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Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMarch 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 17, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for NORTH LAUDERDALE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY from January 18, 2023 through March 17, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 2, 2025 and involved medication, with a due date of June 2, 2025.
Three later inspections, from July 28, 2025 through March 17, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 4
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33068
Compared to 23 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 14%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-33(e), 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: [see below]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Report comments
- A complaint was received stating that on May 13, 2025, while outside on the outdoor play area children were sitting on the bench. One child got off the bench and another child L sat down. The first child returned to the bench and pushed the child off the bench and hit the child L in the head with a rock. A complaint investigation was conducted today, and the director and two-year-old teacher were interviewed. According to the teacher she was on the outdoor play area with six -two-year-olds at 4:50pm on May 13, 2025. She stated that one child (a little girl) was sitting on the bench and when that child moved from the bench L sat down. The teacher stated that the first child re ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-05
Higher concern: Medication
- Report finding
- 6.5(D), Handbook: In the event of an emergency, non-prescription medication that is not brought in by the parent or legal guardian can be dispensed only if the program has written permission from the parent or legal guardian to do so. The facility did not obtain written authorization prior to administering emergency non-prescription medication. Childrens Records [SR]
- Report comments
- A complaint was received that a child was hit in the head with a rock and the facility applied a bandage and cream to the area prior to the arrival of the child's guardian. A complaint investigation was conducted today, and the director was interviewed. Ms. S. stated that the child L was brought into the building after the incident and that the staff stopped the wound from bleeding and then applied a bandage and neomycin antibiotic ointment to the cut on L's head. Facility does not have written authorization from the guardian to apply ointment to any wound on the child. This complaint is substantiated.
- Correction status
- Due by June 2, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Medication Requirements Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 39-08
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
- At the time of this inspection, it was noted that one staff person had been hired in 2020 but had not completed the 40 hours within 15 months of employment. Technical assistance was given to the director on how to determine when training needs to be completed.
- Correction status
- Due by April 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 03-02
No recorded violations in this 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. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- The outdoor water fountains need to be cleaned and the water pressure adjusted to ensure children are able to drink. clean plastic play equipment on the south side outdoor play area
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 10-13
Higher concern: Hazardous access
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-37(b), Ordinance: The outdoor play space and any area adjacent to any outdoor play space that a child may have access to shall be free and safe from any reasonably foreseeable condition that has the potential of endangering or does endanger the health, safety, and welfare of children, including, but not limited to, the presence of hazardous materials and high-tension wires. The following hazards were observed: [see below].
- Report comments
- The plastic equipment on the outdoor play area located on the south side of the building (young children play area) has a large bolt/screw on the south side of the equipment that needs to be removed as it is jutting out and could become a hazard to an adult or child. Replace the bolt/screw with one that does not stick out.
- Correction status
- Due by December 6, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 21-06
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Inspector notes
- At the time of this inspection it was observed that the person accepting the food did not take the temperature of the food. At the time of this inspection a food thermometer could not be located.
- Correction status
- Due by November 21, 2024
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 33-08
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Pool barrier
- Report finding
- 2.4.5(C), Handbook: Wading pools are prohibited. A wading pool was in use. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- Complainant alleges that there are pictures on Facebook of children using a wading pool at the facility. Facility was contacted via phone call on 6/27/2024 and a conversation with the Director (ST) took place. Per the Director, she was not aware that they could not use wading pools. Per Facility Owner, In the future, only splash pads and water toys will be used. This complaint is Substantiated. TOILET/BATH FACILITY
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Swimming Pool Group: Sec. 7-5.03, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 25-04
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
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 walk me through how your staff monitors children during outdoor play time to ensure everyone stays safe?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from June 2025 noted a concern regarding supervision during outdoor activities. Asking about current monitoring practices helps parents understand how the center ensures children are watched closely and their needs are met.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for handling minor injuries, and how do you communicate with parents regarding any medical care provided?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in June 2025 indicate a finding regarding the administration of non-prescription items without prior written authorization. This question helps clarify how the facility manages medical authorizations and keeps families informed.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you regularly inspect your outdoor equipment to ensure everything remains in good repair for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from November 2024 identified a need for maintenance on outdoor play equipment. Discussing the current maintenance schedule helps parents understand how the center proactively addresses potential hazards.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your policy regarding the use of water play equipment, such as splash pads or wading pools?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a June 2024 inspection note a finding regarding the use of prohibited water equipment. Asking about current water play policies helps clarify what activities are offered and how they align with safety standards.
- Context
- The issue was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure all staff members stay up to date with their required training and professional development?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2025 noted a finding regarding staff training documentation. This question helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains required staff certifications.
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