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PLAY, LEARN, AND GROW ACADEMY

7356 W Commercial Blvd, Lauderhill, FL 33319

License:
C17BO0882
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, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
84
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

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 inspectionJune 9, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 9, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 14 available inspections for PLAY, LEARN, AND GROW ACADEMY from February 2, 2023 through June 9, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 12, 2025 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of February 26, 2025.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

Six later inspections, from February 24, 2025 through June 9, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
14

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

14 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33319

Compared to 10 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.29
Local median
0.72

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
14%
Local median
20%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
14%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
2.2

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
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].
Inspector notes
The following areas need to be repair: -The playground ground cover (turf) was observed with open gaps and cracks in different sections. - The red bouncer was observed rusted and deteriorated in some areas.
Correction status
Due by February 26, 2025
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
View official report
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
3.1(A) and (G), 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.Cleaning must not take place while rooms are occupied by children except for general clean-up activities that are part of the daily routine.This does not include cleaning with hazardous materials or any cleaning which poses a risk of slipping or falling.Areas of the facility were found to not be clean, sanitary or well maintained Facility/Storage [SR]
Inspector notes
The following areas were found in need of repair and maintanence: -The sink faucet in the 3's classroom was observed loose. - The bathtub needs to be cleaned. - One of the toilet tank lids was observed missing - A four-seat playground bouncer was observed with rusted parts and peeling paint.
Correction status
Due by October 29, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-12
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
2.6, Handbook: Each group or class must have a written and followed plan of scheduled activities posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents.The activity plan was not posted in a location accessible to parents. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Report comments
There was no activity plan and inclement weather activities posted.
Correction status
Due by October 29, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-5.02, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
Official code
20-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
3.9.2(B), Handbook: Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer.Expired food was observed. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
Inspector notes
An expired gallon of milk was observed in the refrigerator. The milk expiration date was 10/12/2024. This was resolved at the time of the inspection. The facility director discarded the milk. PLAY, LEARN, AND GROW ACADEMY C17BO0882 / 50299 7356 W Commercial Blvd Lauderhill FL 33319 Routine2 10/15/2024 Page 3 of 5
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 35 - Food Protection and Service Group: Secs. 7-7.09 and 7-7.11, Ordinance, and DCF Handbook
Official code
35-21

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 describe your current process for maintaining the outdoor play equipment and grounds?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an inspection in February 2025 noted concerns regarding the condition of playground turf and equipment. Asking about the current maintenance routine helps parents understand how the facility ensures play areas remain in good repair.
Context
A later inspection in June 2026 did not note these issues.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you monitor the facility to ensure that all areas remain well-maintained and free of potential hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that maintenance and repair concerns were noted in multiple reports between 2024 and 2025. This question allows the provider to explain their ongoing facility oversight practices.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your process for checking food expiration dates to ensure everything served is fresh?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from October 2024 noted an instance of expired food in the refrigerator. Discussing food safety protocols helps parents understand how the center manages inventory and nutrition standards.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you keep parents informed about the daily activity plans for each classroom?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2024 inspection indicated that the written activity plan was not posted in an accessible location. This question helps parents understand how the facility shares curriculum and daily schedules with families.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to staff training regarding daily safety and cleanliness routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how staff are trained on facility standards helps parents feel confident in the daily environment provided for children. This is a standard part of evaluating how a center maintains its space.