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PLAY, LEARN, AND GROW OF MARGATE

2474 N State Road 7, Margate, FL 33063

License:
C17BO7601
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Transportation
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
81
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 inspectionMay 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 5, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 12 available inspections for PLAY, LEARN, AND GROW OF MARGATE from October 16, 2023 through May 5, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on August 9, 2024 and involved staff training, with a due date of August 30, 2024.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

Seven later inspections, from September 4, 2024 through May 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
12

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

12 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33063

Compared to 25 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.08
Local median
0.15

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
7%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
8%
Local median
14%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.56

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.

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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.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance. Staff Requirement [SR]
Report comments
One staff member did not complete require DCF training withing 12 months from the date training begins. See supplemental sheet for staff information.
Correction status
Due by August 30, 2024
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handb (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 26-27)
Official code
03-03

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 do you manage and track staff training requirements to ensure everyone stays up to date?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an August 2024 inspection report noted a finding regarding staff training completion timelines. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center monitors these requirements for all personnel.
Context
A later inspection in May 2026 showed no findings.
Related violations
General question

What is your process for orienting new staff members to the daily routines and safety expectations of the center?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how new employees are introduced to center standards provides insight into how the facility maintains consistent care and supervision for children.
General question

Could you describe how you maintain communication with families regarding classroom activities and any changes in staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Regular communication helps parents stay informed about their child's daily experience and the environment they are in throughout the day.
General question

How does your team approach supervision during transitions, such as moving between the classroom and outdoor play areas?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about supervision strategies during busy times of the day helps parents understand how the center keeps children engaged and secure.
General question

What opportunities do you provide for teachers to participate in ongoing professional development throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Supporting staff growth is a key part of maintaining a high-quality learning environment and ensuring teachers are equipped with current best practices.