Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.33
- Local median
- 0.18
Guidepost Montessori At Hollywood Beach
2230 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
- License:
- C17BO1041
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 52
- 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 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 9, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Guidepost Montessori At Hollywood Beach from June 10, 2025 through June 8, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with two recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 8, 2026 and involved facility condition, with a due date of July 13, 2026.
Supervision was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 2
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
5 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33020
Compared to 24 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 18%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.67
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.
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- 3.1(A), 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. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair.
- Inspector notes
- Repair both bathroom doors (hallway) and frames observed with large cracks, uneven and not closing.
- Correction status
- Due by July 13, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 10-14
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision occurred when [Two children were left in the classroom by themselves].
- Report comments
- The school director self reported that two children were left unsupervised in their classroom for about 5 minutes while the teachers and the rest of the group went to the PE court. The teachers did a headcount while in the PE court and realized that the two children were not there. FINDINGS: Per the director (D.L), the parents were notified about the incident on the date of occurrence. The children were fine and had a normal rest of the day. Per the teacher's written statements received by the director, they had sent the children to use the restroom and were lining up to go outside. They thought the children were in the line but didn't notice they never came out. One of the t ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 23, 2025
More details
- Report section
- STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 07 - Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec.
- Official code
- 07-04
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
Could you explain the steps taken to ensure children are always under direct supervision when moving between classrooms and outdoor areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from October 2025 noted an instance where children were left without direct supervision. Asking about current procedures helps families understand how the center maintains active oversight of all children throughout the day.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is the current status of the facility repairs mentioned in the most recent inspection report?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from June 2026 indicate that certain facility areas, specifically bathroom doors and frames, required repairs to ensure they are in good condition. This question allows the provider to share how they address maintenance needs to keep the environment in good repair.
- Context
- Correction due date is 7/13/2026.
Related violations
General question
How do you handle daily communication with parents regarding their child's activities and any schedule changes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps families feel connected to their child's daily experience and provides peace of mind. Learning about the center's preferred methods for updates ensures that parents know how to stay informed.
General question
What training do staff members receive regarding classroom management and safety protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding the professional development and training provided to teachers helps parents gauge the center's commitment to high-quality care. This information clarifies how staff are prepared to manage classroom environments effectively.
General question
Could you describe the process for conducting headcounts during transitions or group activities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Routine procedures for tracking children during transitions are essential for maintaining a secure environment. Asking about these practices provides insight into how the center prioritizes child accountability throughout the day.