Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.75
- Local median
- 0.31
Ben Sheppard Elementary
5700 W 24th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33016
- License:
- E11MD0119
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 337
- License expiration:
- Not found
Typical cost: $1,083 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,083 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $50.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Miami-Dade County data.
Not this provider’s price.
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Inspection snapshot
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Latest inspectionApril 29, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsApril 29, 2026
Summary
This summary covers four available inspections for Ben Sheppard Elementary from January 12, 2024 through April 29, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on March 18, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of April 1, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
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
- 4
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 2
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
4 total inspections vs 12 local median in 33016
Compared to 35 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 25%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 75%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 2
- Local average
- 0.77
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 12, 2024October 1, 2024March 18, 2026Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
October 1, 2024March 18, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed provider have no conducted an Emergency preparedness. Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill.
- Correction status
- Due by April 1, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- LS observed, staff did not complete the School Age Child Care 40 hour training Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Notwithstanding the exemption ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 20, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- Emergency preparedness drills were not conducted when children were in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.5, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed provider have not conducted a lock down drill. Lockdown and inclement weather drills shall be conducted a minimum of one time each per operating year when children are in care and the documentation of these drills must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill. A lockdown or inclement weather drill may substitute for one monthly fire drill. Substitutions for fire drills may not occur more than three times within the licensure year. Documentation of this substitution must be maintained for 12 months from the date of the drill
- Correction status
- Due by October 15, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-15
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Child care personnel did not complete preservice training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children or, if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the provider. (Section 3.1 and 3.2 Training Requirements, Page 7) [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed staff did not complete trainings. Child care personnel must successfully complete the preservice training coursework described in this section, as applicable. All child care personnel must complete these preservice training requirements within 90 days of initial employment with any School Readiness provider. This timeframe does not start over if personnel change employment to another School Readiness provider within this initial 90 days. Personnel who have not completed all preservice training requirements are not allowed any unsupervised contact with or care of children in a School Readiness program. Notwithstanding the exemption from completing child care train ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- FSC observed employee had expired background. 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(7)(b), F.A.C.
- Correction status
- Due by November 1, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
- Report finding
- The program facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. (Section 14.2, number 1) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Last fire drill was conducted on 1/12/2024 One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 1/12/2024 As technical assistance, the licensing counselor REQUESTED that a Fire Drill be done in the presence of licensing authority, and the provider: agreed to conduct the fire drill at time of inspection One emergency LOCKDOWN drill was done on , and One emergency INCLEMENT WEATHER drill was done 12/18/2023 Fire inspection 11/30/2022
- Correction status
- Due by July 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 22 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 14 Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Response, Pages 31-33)
- Official code
- 22-02
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1) Training [SR]
- Report comments
- Technical assistance, 18.2 Training Courses All program personnel, volunteers and substitutes must successfully complete one of the following sets of pre-service training coursework: 1. Completion of the department-approved online or in-person child care training courses listed below, as evidenced by successful completion of competency based examinations offered by the department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better. Information on training course access and availability can be found on the departments website at http://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/child-care/training. a. Each of the following: ? Health, Safety and Nutrition; ? Ident ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by April 17, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 27 - Training Requirements (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 18 Training Requirements, Pages 38-41)
- Official code
- 27-02
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
Could you walk me through the process for ensuring all staff have their required background screening documents on file and up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show an inspection in 2024 identified an instance where an employee's background screening documentation was not current. This question helps parents understand the center's current administrative practices for maintaining personnel records.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track and verify that all staff members complete their required pre-service training before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff training requirements were a topic of concern in multiple reports. Asking about the current tracking process helps parents understand how the center ensures all staff are fully prepared for their roles.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your current schedule for conducting and documenting emergency preparedness drills, such as lockdown and inclement weather drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records indicate that emergency preparedness drills were not consistently documented during past inspections. This question helps parents understand how the center currently manages its safety drill schedule.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all safety and fire inspections remain current and approved by the local authorities?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2024 noted a finding regarding the status of the facility's fire safety inspection. This question helps parents understand the center's current process for maintaining facility safety compliance.
Related violations
General question
What is your approach to communicating with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and aware of the care environment. Understanding how the center shares information about staff and routines provides insight into their family engagement practices.