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FIREWALL CENTERS INC AT HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2101 N Pine Island Rd, Sunrise, FL 33322

License:
C17BO0863
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
After School, Food Served, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 2:00PM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
43
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.

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Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionApril 7, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 7, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 18 available inspections for FIREWALL CENTERS INC AT HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL from April 26, 2023 through April 7, 2026.

Seven inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on December 9, 2024 and involved health or food records, with a due date of January 9, 2025.

Transportation was a higher-concern topic that showed up in four inspections.

Five later inspections, from December 13, 2024 through April 7, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
18

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
9

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
5

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Local comparison

18 total inspections vs 14 local median in Sunrise

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.5
Local median
0.3

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
22%
Local median
15%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
39%
Local median
23%

Repeated topics

This provider
3
Local average
1.04

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 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
One staff member did not begin the 40 hours training within the time frame. See supplemental inspection sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by January 9, 2025
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file.
Report comments
One staff member did not have a medical statement on file. See supplemental inspection sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by January 9, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required.
Inspector notes
The current fire inspection observed expired 9/21/24.
Correction status
Due by October 26, 2024
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-01
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Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file.
Report comments
During today's inspection it was noted that 2 staff members had expired the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health. Please see supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by April 26, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
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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.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance.
Report comments
During today's inspection, it was noted that 2 staff members did not complete the 40-hr training within 12 months from the date training begins. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by January 31, 2024
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-03
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required.
Report comments
The provider does not have a current fire inspection. Fire Inspection expired 8/9/2023.
Correction status
Due by October 30, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-01
View official report
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be conspicuously posted.The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required.
Report comments
During today's inspection it was noted that the fire inspection expired on 8/9/2023. The school contacted the fire department to conduct a new inspection. FIREWALL CENTERS INC AT HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL C17BO0863 / 50292 2101 N Pine Island Rd Sunrise FL 33322 Re-Licensure 08/25/2023 Page 3 of 4
Correction status
Due by September 4, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-01
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Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.2(B), Handbook: Fire extinguishers with a minimum rating of 2A:10BC must be properly installed, serviced and maintained with current inspection tags at all times.The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were not properly maintained.
Inspector notes
During today's inspection, I observed the extinguisher inspection expired. The last inspection was December 2021.
Correction status
Due by May 26, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: Sec. 7-5.08, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
49-05
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.4(A) and (C), Handbook:During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system 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 staff 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 two years from the date of the fire drill.Documentation of conducted fire and emergency preparedness drills must be available at the time of inspection.3.8.5(D), Handbook: There was no documentation available to show that monthly fire drills have been completed for the month(s) of [See comments below.].
Report comments
No record of monthly fire drill conducted in the month of March. An additional fire drill must be conducted by May 26, 2023.
Correction status
Due by May 26, 2023
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
50-01

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

How does the center ensure that annual fire safety inspections are scheduled and documented on time?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that the facility has had multiple instances where the required annual fire inspection was not on file or had expired. Asking about the current process for tracking these renewals helps families understand how the center maintains its safety documentation.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/7/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your routine for conducting and documenting monthly fire drills to ensure all staff are prepared?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from a previous visit noted a missing record for a monthly fire drill. Asking about the current drill schedule helps parents understand how the center maintains emergency readiness.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/7/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage the maintenance schedule for safety equipment like fire extinguishers?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection noted that fire extinguishers were not properly maintained at that time. This question helps clarify the current oversight process for ensuring all safety equipment remains in good working order.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/7/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe the process for ensuring all staff members have their required health statements and training records updated?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection reports indicate that there have been repeated instances where staff health statements or training documentation were not current. This question allows the director to explain the administrative systems in place to keep personnel records compliant.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded on 4/7/2026.
Related violations
General question

What is the center's approach to communicating with families about daily routines and staff changes?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Establishing clear communication expectations helps parents stay informed about the care environment. Understanding how the center shares information about daily activities and staffing supports a strong partnership between families and the provider.