Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.75
- Local median
- 0.44
LEARNING FIRST ACADEMY
2456 W Oakland Park Blvd, Oakland Park, FL 33311
- License:
- C17BO7663
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 94
- License expiration:
- December 21, 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 inspectionJune 24, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 11, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 12 available inspections for LEARNING FIRST ACADEMY from February 20, 2025 through June 24, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on June 24, 2026 and involved staff training, with a due date of July 15, 2026.
Sleep safety 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
- 12
- Recorded violations
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 0
6 in last 12 months
7 in last 12 months
4 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
12 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33311
Compared to 39 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 17%
- Local median
- 10%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 20%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- 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.
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: Staff training
- Report finding
- 4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications.
- Report comments
- The facilitys Directors credential expired on 06/21/2026.
- Correction status
- Due by July 15, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 02 - Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 02-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Facility/Storage [SR]
- Report comments
- There were ceiling tiles throughout the facilities that had water stains and did not fit properly into place.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 10-14
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- 3.6.4(A), Handbook: Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- The sheets being used in the playpens were too large for the mattresses in the play yards. Tight fitting sheets are mandatory for all cribs and play yards. This was put back into compliance by transitioning the infants into the other infant classroom that had cribs and the correct fitted sheets.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 20 - Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 20-04
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- 3.12(D)(1) and (2), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. The playground surface was insufficient. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR]
- Report comments
- The playground surface did not meet the requirement for ground covering. There is a minimum of a 6 inches in depth and with a 6 foot radius for ground covering for all fall zones.
- Correction status
- Due by February 25, 2026
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 21 - Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 21-05
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good repair at all times. Vehicles must be cleaned and sanitized routinely. The facility failed to maintain the vehicle as evidenced by [see below].
- Report comments
- There were tears and holes on numerous seats throughout the van.
- Correction status
- Due by March 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-01
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- 2.5.4(A), Handbook: All vehicles regularly used to transport children must be inspected annually by a mechanic to ensure that they are in proper working order. Documentation by the mechanic must be maintained in the vehicle. Provider did not obtain inspection by a qualified, certified mechanic and retain documentation in the vehicle. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Transportation [SR]
- Report comments
- There was no documentation of an annual inspection for the vehicle. The inspection provided was from 11/04/2024, which exceeds the annual requirement.
- Correction status
- Due by February 23, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 43 - Vehicle Requirements Group: Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-45, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 316.615, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 43-02
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-22, Ordinance: Each child care facility, substantial compliance facility, and family child care home must maintain at all times a comprehensive general liability policy with a combined single limit for bodily injury and property damage as follows: at least $500,000 for child care facilities and substantial compliance facilities. The child care arrangement must provide the local licensing agency with a certificate of insurance evidencing the required coverage at the time of licensure or registration, as applicable, upon renewal, and upon request of the local licensing agency. The child care arrangement or insurer must provide the local licensing agency at least 30 days notice before the expiration or cancellation of the policy. The facility did not have evidence of the required coverage.
- Correction / follow-up note
- Proof of liability insurance for Learning First Academy was not provided.
- Correction status
- Due by March 4, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 49 - Insurance Group: Sec 7-22, Ordinance Sec 7-22, Ordinance (Form DEL-SR-6200A)
- Official code
- 49-01
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- 3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. 3.9.6(B), Handbook: The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, the facility staff must put the label on when the formula or food is received. Bottles, sippy cups or food were not labeled and/or stored properly. Food Service/Nutrition [SR]
- Report comments
- The bottles in the refrigerator were not labeled with the child's first and last name.
- Correction status
- Due by July 30, 2025
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 34 - Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 34-03
Higher concern: Attendance accountability
- Report finding
- Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an accurate attendance roster for the children in care. License/Certificates [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- There were two classrooms that had inaccurate attendance roster. This was corrected during the time of the inspection. 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: Laura Starnes 07/01/2025 ____________________________________________ Received by: Stacy Mcdonald 07/01/2025 LEARNING FIRST ACADE ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- TRANSPORTATION - 50 - Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook
- Official code
- 50-02
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 tell me about the current process for ensuring all infant bedding meets safety standards?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in February 2026 noted concerns regarding the size of sheets used in playpens. Asking about current practices helps parents understand how the center ensures all crib and play yard bedding remains safe and appropriate for infants.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection by moving infants to a classroom with proper equipment.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to maintain vehicles and ensure all required documentation is up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2026 identified that documentation for an annual vehicle inspection was outdated. This question allows parents to learn about the center's current maintenance and record-keeping schedule for transportation.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that attendance rosters are accurately maintained and updated throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a July 2025 inspection noted instances where attendance rosters were not fully accurate. Asking about this process helps parents understand how the staff tracks children's movements and maintains accountability throughout the day.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current process for ensuring the director's credentials remain active and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from June 2026 indicate a finding regarding the director's credential status. This question helps parents understand the center's administrative oversight and how they ensure leadership requirements are consistently met.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by July 15, 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you handle routine facility maintenance to ensure that areas remain in good repair?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from February 2026 noted observations regarding the condition of ceiling tiles in the facility. Asking about maintenance routines helps parents understand how the center proactively identifies and addresses facility repairs.
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