Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1.5
- Local median
- 0.31
Wesley Matthews Elementary
12345 SW 18th Ter, Miami, FL 33175-7714
- License:
- E11MD0160
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 216
- 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
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionMarch 4, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 4, 2026
Summary
This summary covers six available inspections for Wesley Matthews Elementary from March 18, 2024 through March 4, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with nine recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on February 24, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of March 10, 2026.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in three inspections.
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
- 9
- Higher-concern violations
- 3
- Repeated topics
- 3
2 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
6 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33175
Compared to 34 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 50%
- Local median
- 7%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 23%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 0.62
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Background screening
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
March 18, 2024April 17, 2024April 10, 2025Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
April 10, 2025February 24, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
April 10, 2025February 24, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Report comments
- A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority.
- Correction status
- Due by March 10, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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]
- Report comments
- Childcare personnel, including volunteers that work 10 hours or more per month, must successfully complete 40 hours of childcare training as evidenced by successful completion of competency examinations offered by the Department or its designated representative with a weighted score of 70 or better.
- Correction status
- Due by March 24, 2026
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Specialist Gaulden observed the provider to not have a current and approved fire inspection. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that a fire safety inspection is conducted by the local licensing agency. The provider will need to get a fire inspection completed.
- Correction status
- Due by May 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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
- Specialist observed the personnel did not complete the required training prior to unsupervised contact with children in care. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all staff members complete the required trainings. The personnel will need to complete the school readiness training.
- Correction status
- Due by May 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have at least one child care personnel with current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification present during all hours of operation. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Specialist observed that all personnel did not have with a CPR certification. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all staff members have CPR certification. The provider will need to obtain CPR certifications for all personnel.
- Correction status
- Due by May 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 35 - CPR Requirements
- Official code
- 35-01
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Specialist observed the personnel had incomplete files. Personnel were missing Background screening, training transcripts, Child abuse and Neglect, Good Moral, employee verifications, 5131, etc. The provider will need a complete file for all personnel. Technical assistance was provided ensuring that all personnel files are include all required DCF forms and documentation
- Correction status
- Due by May 28, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Personnel Records
- Official code
- 43-01
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- Background screening was received for only one staff member not for the other 2.
- Correction status
- Due by April 24, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-02
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]
- Report comments
- FSC reviewed fire inspection dated 11/2/2023. The inspection had a Notice of Violation. Technical assistance was provided that Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Last fire drill w ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 18, 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
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 screening clearance from DCF was either incomplete or missing for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Report comments
- FSC was unable to review three background screenings for staff in files and in Clearinghouse Background Screening search by FSC. Technical assistance was provided that 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. All fingerprints must be submitted and processed through the Background Screening Clearinghouse and therefore a LiveScan vendor that is Clearinghouse compatible must be used for submission of fingerprints.
- Correction status
- Due by April 12, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 38 - Background Screening Documents (Form OEL-SR-6204, Section 19.5 Record Keeping/Background Screening, Pages 44-45)
- Official code
- 38-02
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 your current process for maintaining and updating staff personnel files?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that in a past inspection, the facility had difficulty maintaining complete personnel records. This question helps clarify the current system for ensuring all required documentation is organized and available for review.
- Context
- A later inspection on 3/4/2026 did not result in any findings.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all staff members have their required background screenings completed and documented before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that background screening documentation was a recurring topic in previous reports. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages these requirements today.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to stay on top of annual fire safety inspections and emergency preparedness requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Official inspection reports indicate that maintaining current fire safety documentation has been a repeated topic. This question allows the director to explain how they track these important safety deadlines.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track staff training and certification renewals to ensure everyone is up to date on their requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that staff training and CPR certification requirements were addressed in multiple past inspections. This question helps parents understand the center's current approach to staff professional development and compliance.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes to classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication helps parents feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about who is caring for them. Understanding how the center shares information supports a strong partnership between families and staff.