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Little Explorers Learning Center

3801 N University Dr, Sunrise, FL 33351

License:
C17BO1035
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat: 7:00AM to 2:00PM; Sun: Closed
Capacity:
170
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 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 17, 2026

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Little Explorers Learning Center from April 1, 2025 through June 17, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on June 16, 2026 and involved health or food records, with a due date of July 7, 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

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
3

3 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 15 local median in 33351

Compared to 21 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.33
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
22%
Local median
17%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
33%
Local median
29%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.19

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.

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
A medical statement was not in the personnel record for one of the staff members.
Correction status
Due by July 7, 2026
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance
Official code
05-01
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [see below] for [see below] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 2.2 Group Size, Pages 4-6) School Readiness [SR]
Inspector notes
This school readiness standard was previously cited for being out of compliance on the inspection conducted on 2/4/2026. This standard was monitored again during this revisit inspection, where it was observed to be in noncompliance. Two of the staff members required to meet staff to child ratio did not have staff credential. Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 1002.945 ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 23, 2026
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 51 - Group Size DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
51-02
View official report
Higher concern: Staff-to-child ratio
Report finding
At least one of the two teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio for a group size of [see below ] for [see below ] did not possess an active credential as recognized by the department. (Section 2.2 Group Size, Pages 4-6) School Readiness [SR]
Report comments
Two of the teachers required to maintain staff to child ratio did not have an active credential. Little Explorers Learning Center C17BO1035 / 50463 3801 N University Dr Sunrise FL 33351 Renewal 02/04/2026 Page 4 of 5 Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 1002.945, Florida Statutes. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Smyrna Hernandez 02/04/2026 ___ ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by March 4, 2026
More details
Report section
TRANSPORTATION - 51 - Group Size DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
Official code
51-02

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

Can you tell me about the current process for ensuring all staff members have the required professional credentials and training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from inspections in early 2026 note instances where staff members did not have the required credentials on file to meet group size standards.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps have been taken to improve the oversight of staff record-keeping since the recent inspections?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that staff credential documentation was a topic of concern in multiple reports during the first half of 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage and track the health documentation for your staff to ensure everything is kept up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from June 2026 identified a missing health statement for a staff member, which is a requirement for personnel files.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families if there are any changes to the daily classroom staffing or routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how a center handles communication regarding staff changes helps parents feel more informed about who is caring for their child throughout the day.
General question

Could you describe the orientation process for new staff members and how you verify their qualifications before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about the onboarding process provides insight into how the facility prioritizes staff readiness and ensures all necessary requirements are met before teachers interact with students.