Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.56
- Local median
- 0.27
CAREPLAY ACADEMY LLC
5135 S University Dr, Davie, FL 33328
- License:
- C17BO1025
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 80
- 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.
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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 inspectionMay 13, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 13, 2026
Summary
This summary covers nine available inspections for CAREPLAY ACADEMY LLC from January 28, 2025 through May 13, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 31, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of April 28, 2026.
Staff-to-child ratio was a higher-concern topic that showed up in two inspections.
A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 9
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 1
5 in last 12 months
3 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
9 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33328
Compared to 19 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 22%
- Local median
- 11%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 24%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.95
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff-to-child ratio
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
June 13, 2025November 12, 2025Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this 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
- The infant teacher (ML) did not complete her training within the required timeframe. The teacher began training in March 2018.
- Correction status
- Due by April 28, 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
- Infants were observed playing with/tapping on a tablet that was playing nursery rhymes. TA was provided on no media time for children under 2. The director immediately asked the teacher to remove the tablet which she did.
- 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
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [7] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [7] children was observed. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Ratios/Discipline [SR]
- Inspector notes
- The following ratios were observed; During initial walkthrough of the school, I entered the infant room and observed one teacher on the floor with some infants (total infants in room: 7 ) and the second teacher walking out of the room. I stood outside the room, near the new white barrier that was added in the room and one infant started climbing on top of the other a few seconds after the teacher left the room. The teacher in the room rushed to aid them. Shortly, the teacher returned and I asked her where did she go and she responded that she went to put the mop bucket away. The teacher was reminded that she needed to remain in her classroom to maintain ratio. Infants 2:7 1y/ ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 24, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-33(c)(2), Ordinance: In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. A staff-to-child ratio of [1] staff for [12] children was observed
- Report comments
- Complaint alleges that the daycare consistently appeared to be understaffed, often relying on the director to move between" rooms. Breakfast was held in one classroom with mixed age groups, supervised by a single staff member. Most alarmingly, a 2-year-old child was found alone in an empty classroom during breakfast hours. FINDINGS: A complaint inspection was conducted on 6/13/2025 and a statement from the owner was received. Per the owner, with regards to the allegation with the child found in a room alone, the teacher was taking the 2y/o children to the 2s classroom from the breakfast room. The teacher was leading about 3 children into the room when he went the wrong way to ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-02
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-36(a)(1), Ordinance: Toys, equipment, and furnishings must be in a usable, safe, and sanitary condition and shall not present a choking hazard for children. 3.11(A), Handbook: A child care facility must make available toys, equipment, and furnishings suitable to each childs age and development. Toys, equipment and/or furnishings available to the children in care were not age appropriate in that [an infant bouncy seat was used for a 1y/o child]. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- Complaint alleges that a 15-month-old child was sat in an infant bouncer, claiming it was to prevent him from leaving the classroom if the door opened. This is highly inappropriate, especially given that infant bouncers are intended for babies no older than 6 months per safety guidelines. FINDINGS: A complaint inspection was conducted on 6/13/2025 and a statement was received from the school owner. Per the owner, the teacher had to change another child's diaper so she placed him on the bouncy seat. She did it to prevent him from running out of the classroom when a parent walks in. The child was not in the bouncy seat for more than 5 minutes and it was not to restrain him. The ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 17 - Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 17-01
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
How does the center ensure that staff-to-child ratios are consistently maintained throughout the day, especially during transitions or when teachers need to step away?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in late 2025 show a finding where a classroom was briefly understaffed while a teacher stepped away. This question helps parents understand the current procedures for maintaining proper supervision during daily routines.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/13/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for verifying that all staff members have completed their required training and certifications on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 noted a finding regarding documentation for staff training completion. This question allows the director to explain how they track and ensure all personnel meet their training requirements.
- Context
- The correction for this finding was due by 4/28/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
Could you describe the types of equipment and furniture provided in your infant rooms to ensure they are age-appropriate and safe?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2025 inspection report indicate a finding regarding the use of equipment that was not suitable for a child's specific age group. This question helps parents confirm that current equipment aligns with developmental safety standards.
- Context
- A later clean inspection was recorded on 5/13/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you structure your daily activity plans for infants and toddlers to ensure they are engaging and free from electronic media?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from March 2026 included a finding regarding the use of electronic media for children under two. This question helps parents learn about the center's current approach to screen-free activities for the youngest children.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question
What methods do you use to communicate with families regarding daily schedules, classroom changes, or updates to center policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication is essential for parents to feel confident in the care provided to their children. Asking about these methods helps families understand how the center keeps them informed about their child's daily experience.