Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.17
- Local median
- 0.17
KIDDIE RIDGE INSTITUTE
7077 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33317
- License:
- C17BO1048
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 133
- 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
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 10, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 10, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for KIDDIE RIDGE INSTITUTE from July 21, 2025 through June 10, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 20, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 20, 2026.
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
- 6
- Recorded violations
- 1
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 0
6 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33317
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 9%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.72
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.
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- 5.1(A), Handbook: A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. Level 2 screening as outlined in s. 435.04, F.S., is required for all child care personnel and includes a criminal records check (both national and statewide), a sexual predator and sexual offender registry search, and child abuse and neglect history of any state in which an individual resided during the preceding 5 years. Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. Staff Requirements [SR]
- Inspector notes
- 1 staff member did not have background screening on file. The staff member had not been screened at the time of the inspection. The staff member was also observed alone with a group of 5 VPK children at one point and then alone with 1 VPK child a few minutes later. The facility is being issued a Class I Notice of Violation. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: 7.4.1(A), Handbook: Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(8)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 01 - Background Screening Group: Sec. 7-29, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Secs.
- Official code
- 01-01
No recorded violations in this report
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 current process for ensuring all staff members have their background screenings completed before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing at that time. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center verifies that all personnel meet requirements before interacting with children.
- Context
- A later inspection on June 10, 2026, was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question
How do you monitor staff-to-child ratios throughout the day to ensure that children are always properly supervised?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Maintaining consistent supervision is a core part of daily operations. Understanding how the center manages ratios helps parents feel confident about the level of attention their child will receive.
General question
What is your process for onboarding new employees to ensure they understand all safety and supervision protocols?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Comprehensive training for new staff is essential for maintaining a consistent environment. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to preparing their team to care for children effectively.
General question
How do you communicate with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication between the center and families supports a smooth experience for children. Learning about these practices helps parents understand how they will stay informed about their child's day.
General question
What steps does the leadership team take to perform regular internal reviews of staff files and classroom practices?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular internal oversight is a proactive way to ensure that all administrative and safety standards are consistently met. This helps parents understand how the center maintains its daily operations.