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INSPIRING MINDS PRESCHOOL

7147 NW 88th Ave, Tamarac, FL 33321

License:
C17BO0941
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
50
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

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 inspectionJune 16, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 4, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 16 available inspections for INSPIRING MINDS PRESCHOOL from April 4, 2023 through June 16, 2026.

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

The most recent higher-concern violation was on June 16, 2026 and involved hazardous access, with a due date of June 16, 2026.

The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.

At a glance

Total inspections
16

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
7

6 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
3

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

16 total inspections vs 14 local median in 33321

Compared to 13 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.44
Local median
0.47

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
19%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
19%
Local median
31%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
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.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

View official 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. 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
There is a staff member that has not completed the required childcare training.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
2.6(C ), Handbook: The written plan also must include scheduled activities that do not include the use of electronic media for children under two years of age. Electronic media was used for children under two (2) years of age. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
Inspector notes
During todays visit the one year old class was observed utilizing media for children.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 18 - Activity Plan Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
18-06
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
3.10.1, Handbook: Employees, volunteers, substitutes, and children must wash their hands thoroughly with soap and running water, dry, and follow personal hygiene procedures for themselves, and while assisting others. Examples of activities when hand washing is required include, but are not limited to: before and after eating, immediately following outdoor play, after toileting, following the use of any cleaners or toxic chemicals, before and after administering medication, and during food preparation and snack distribution. Improper handwashing procedures were observed. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
During todays visit the toddler teacher was observed diapering child but did not direct or assist child in handwashing. Technical assistance was provided to keep sinks plugged in and accessible to all children. HEALTH PROGRAM
Correction status
Due by June 16, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 26 - Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
26-02
View official 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. 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
There was a staff member that did not complete the required childcare training.
Correction status
Due by November 19, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [see below] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required.
Report comments
The water fountain on the playground was in need of repair.
Correction status
Due by November 5, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 14 - Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
14-02
Higher concern: Transportation
Report finding
3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. License/Certificates [SR]
Report comments
The fire inspection that was on site had an expiration date of 9/10/25. The fire extinguishers were serviced on 1/25. INSPIRING MINDS PRESCHOOL C17BO0941 / 50372 7147 NW 88th Ave Tamarac FL 33321 Routine2 10/22/2025 Page 4 of 5
Correction status
Due by October 29, 2025
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 47 - Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook
Official code
47-01
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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 was left without a diaper and/or underwear]. Ratios/Discipline [SR]
Report comments
Allegation On 2/07/2024, Childcare Licensing received a complaint regarding a child (ZR)who had marks under her eye, above her eye, on the bump on her forehead, damage on the upper left side, and cheekbones, underneath her nose. This incident happened on Thursday 2/1/24.Complainant believes that there is more to the story and requested video footage from school but they wouldn't show it. Complainant also alleged that a second child (SR) had feces in and out of her leggings at pickup and she didn't have a pull-up nor an underwear on. Findings An onsite investigation was conducted on 2/12/2024. The director was interviewed regarding these allegations. Regarding the incident whe ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by February 26, 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

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 walk me through your current process for ensuring children are assisted with handwashing after activities like diapering?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in June 2026 note that a teacher did not assist a child with handwashing after a diaper change. This question helps clarify the current staff training and supervision practices regarding hygiene routines.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps are taken to ensure that children are always properly dressed and cared for throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from February 2024 included a finding regarding a child's basic needs not being met during the day. This question allows the provider to explain their current supervision and care routines.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center manage its annual fire safety inspections and documentation to ensure everything is current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an October 2025 inspection indicate the facility did not have an approved annual fire inspection report on file at that time. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative process for maintaining safety certifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center ensure that all staff members remain up-to-date with their required childcare training certifications?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from October 2025 and June 2026 show repeated instances where documentation for required staff training was missing. Asking this helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains compliance with professional development requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your policy regarding the use of electronic media for the youngest children in your care?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 noted that electronic media was used for children under two years of age. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to screen time and activity planning for infants and toddlers.
Context
The finding was noted as corrected at the time of the inspection.
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