Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.73
- Local median
- 0.47
Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary
851 SW 117th Ave, Miami, FL 33184
- License:
- E11MD0176
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Head Start, School Readiness, VPK, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:00PM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 188
- 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
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 inspectionJune 2, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 2, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 11 available inspections for Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary from January 31, 2024 through June 2, 2026.
Seven inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on January 28, 2026 and involved emergency preparedness, with a due date of June 4, 2026.
DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.
Two later inspections, from May 14, 2026 through June 2, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 11
- Recorded violations
- 8
- Higher-concern violations
- 0
- Repeated topics
- 3
4 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
11 total inspections vs 13 local median in 33184
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 0%
- Local median
- 16%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 64%
- Local median
- 29%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 3
- Local average
- 1.24
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
Emergency preparedness
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
December 17, 2024July 7, 2025January 28, 2026Staff training
Appeared across 3 inspections, with 3 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024September 19, 2024September 16, 2025Equipment or readiness
Appeared across 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
January 31, 2024June 11, 2024Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
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]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing specialist spoke with provider and was informed they have not yet obtained a current and approved fire inspection for the school or program.Technical assistance was provided that To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector. 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 licensi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by June 4, 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, including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month did not complete the required in-service training during the states fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.7 (Section 3.3) Training [SR]
- Correction status
- Due by November 16, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
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]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing specialist e-mailed provider regarding current and approved fire inspection. The school has not yet been able to obtain one. Last e-mailed provider on 6/9/2025 and provider has not yet responded as they are closed for summer. Technical assistance was provided that To ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector. 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 insp ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by January 7, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
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
- Licensing specialist reached out to provider requesting fire inspection. Provider does not have a copy of a current fire inspection. Technical assistance was provided that to ensure the safety of children in care, facilities are required to receive yearly fire inspections by a certified fire inspector.
- Correction status
- Due by May 31, 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]
- Report comments
- Licensing specialist reviewed 2 staff files and transcripts/ certificates and the staff are missing to complete training.Technical assistance was provided that Notwithstanding the exemption from completing child care training based on educational credentials or passing of competency examinations per s. 402.305(2), F.S., all child care personnel must successfully complete at least one of these trainings: 1. Licensed School Readiness providers must complete, and any other School Readiness provider type may complete, the DCF-approved online or in-person child care training courses as evidenced by successful completion of the competency examination offered by DCF or its designate ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 19, 2024
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-07
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
- No on-site inspection was conducted. Re-inspection completed in office via document submission via e-mail and phone call with provider and received on 5/9/2024 and 6/6/2024. Per provider, the school does not have a fire inspection that is current or approved. Technical assistance was provided that unless statutorily exempted, all school-age childcare programs must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Fire Safety Standards for Nonresidential Child Care Facilities, and must be inspected annually. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by December 10, 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
No recorded violations in this report
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 from 11/1/2023, however it is not approved. A new current and approved fire inspection is needed. Technical assistance was provided that all School Readiness providers must comply with fire safety and emergency preparedness requirements in DCF Rules 65C-22.001(6) and 65C-20.008(7), F.A.C., as applicable.
- Correction status
- Due by May 31, 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
- 2 new staff did not complete training within 90 days of hire. Technical assistance was provided for school readiness training requirements. School readiness training requirements located in comments of this inspection as it does not fit in this substandard.
- Correction status
- Due by March 1, 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 explain your current process for ensuring that annual fire safety inspections are completed and documented on time?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records show that the facility has had multiple instances where a current, approved annual fire inspection was not on file. This question helps clarify how the center manages these important safety requirements moving forward.
- Context
- A later clean inspection report is available from June 2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you track staff training requirements to ensure all personnel complete their necessary coursework on schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records show that staff training completion has been a recurring topic in past reports. Asking about the tracking process provides insight into how the center supports ongoing staff development and compliance.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps does the center take to ensure that new staff members are fully trained before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report noted instances where staff did not complete required training within the expected timeframe after hiring. This question helps parents understand the current onboarding and supervision practices for new employees.
Related violations
General question
How do you communicate with families about emergency preparedness routines and safety drills?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how a center keeps families informed about safety protocols helps parents feel more confident in the daily operations and communication style of the program.
General question
What is your approach to maintaining consistent staffing levels and ensuring all team members are up to date on their professional requirements?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent staffing and professional development are key to a stable environment for children, and this question allows the director to explain how they prioritize these areas in their daily management.