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MALINKA PRESCHOOL LLC

123 SE 1st Ave, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009

License:
C17BO1013
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
119
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.

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 inspectionApril 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 6, 2026

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for MALINKA PRESCHOOL LLC from September 6, 2024 through April 6, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on December 11, 2025 and involved health or food records, with a due date of December 25, 2025.

Sleep safety was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Two later inspections, from January 12, 2026 through April 6, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
9

4 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33009

Compared to 24 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.33
Local median
0.22

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
11%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
22%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.75

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.

View official report
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. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
Report comments
The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature.
Correction status
Due by December 25, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
33-08
View official report
Higher concern: Sleep safety
Report finding
Sec. 7-38(b)(8), Ordinance: The licensee shall ensure that upon enrollment of their children, parents of infants are provided a copy of the facilitys written policy on providing an infant safe sleep environment. A signed statement from the parent acknowledging receipt of the policy must be included in the infants enrollment file maintained at the facility. The facility failed to have the safe sleep policy signed by parent/guardian.
Report comments
The facility failed to have the safe sleep policy signed by parent/guardian.
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
20-12
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.10.2(L), Handbook: Diaper changing procedure must be posted in the changing area and followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel. Diaper changing procedure was not posted in the changing area and/or was not followed. Toilet/Bath Facility [SR]
Inspector notes
Diaper changing procedure signage was not posted in the changing area and was not followed. Additionally, a staff member was observed not washing her hands after diapering a child and diaper changing procedure was not followed (staff member did not sanitize/clean the changing table after diapering). MALINKA PRESCHOOL LLC C17BO1013 / 50441 123 SE 1st Ave Hallandale Beach FL 33009 Routine2 04/14/2025 Page 2 of 4
Correction status
Due by May 5, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 25 - Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
25-10

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 the process you use to ensure that safe sleep policies are clearly communicated and acknowledged by all families upon enrollment?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an April 2025 inspection indicate that a signed acknowledgment of the safe sleep policy was missing from an infant's file. This question helps confirm that the center now has a consistent system for collecting and maintaining these important documents for all new families.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you monitor and document the temperature of meals delivered to the facility to ensure they meet safety standards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from December 2025 noted that a food acceptance log was not being maintained to verify delivery temperatures. Asking about this process allows the director to explain the current steps taken to track meal safety and keep accurate records.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What training or reminders do you provide to staff regarding handwashing and sanitizing procedures during diaper changes?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from April 2025 mention an instance where diaper changing procedures, including handwashing and sanitization, were not followed. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staff training and hygiene oversight.
Related violations
General question

How do you keep parents informed about daily routines and any updates to center policies?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication between families and staff is essential for maintaining a collaborative environment. Understanding how the center shares information helps parents feel connected to their child's daily care and any changes in center operations.
General question

What is your process for ensuring that all staff members are up to date on the latest health and safety requirements?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Ongoing professional development is a key part of maintaining a high standard of care. This question provides insight into how the center prioritizes staff education and stays current with best practices for child health and supervision.