Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 1
- Local median
- 0.13
Ada Merritt K-8 Center
660 SW 3rd St, Miami, FL 33130
- License:
- E11MD0185
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Exempt
- Records checked:
- July 10, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, After School
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 2:00PM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 25
- 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
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 inspectionApril 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 29, 2024
Summary
This summary covers three available inspections for Ada Merritt K-8 Center from February 29, 2024 through April 6, 2026.
Two inspections recorded violations, with three recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on April 6, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of October 6, 2026.
The available reports do not include a later inspection with no recorded violations after that violation.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 3
- Recorded violations
- 3
- Higher-concern violations
- 1
- Repeated topics
- 1
1 in last 12 months
2 in last 12 months
1 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
3 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33130
Compared to 17 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 33%
- Local median
- 3%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 67%
- Local median
- 9%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 1
- Local average
- 0.12
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 2 inspections, with 2 recorded violations.
May 5, 2025April 6, 2026Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
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 observed the wrong fire inspection document. 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. 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. Fire Drills Last fire drill was conducted on 3/2/2026. On ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-02
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening clearance was missing for child care personnel. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1,C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed a staff member with an incomplete background screening. 7.4.1 Background Screening Documents C. A copy of the eligible results, for the Level 2 screening, generated from the Clearinghouse must be on record for each personnel. If awaiting Out-of-State criminal history results, a copy of the DCF email informing of the individuals eligibility for a provisional hire status must be in the personnel file.
- Correction status
- Due by October 6, 2026
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 44 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 44-02
Medium concern: Emergency preparedness
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire 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
- [S.R HANDBOOK SECTION 14.2] All school readiness 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 in compliance with s. 633.081, F.S., must be maintained on file at the program and available for review by the inspection authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must also be documented and maintained on file at the program. 2. There must be at least one opera ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by October 1, 2025
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness
- Official code
- 23-01
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 explain the process for ensuring all staff members have their required background screening documentation on file?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an April 2026 inspection show that documentation for a staff member's background screening was missing. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records for all personnel.
- Context
- The correction for this finding is due by 10/6/2026.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center stay on top of maintaining current fire safety inspection documentation?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection reports from 2025 and 2026 show that the facility did not have the required annual fire inspection documentation on file. This question allows the director to explain the steps taken to ensure these records remain up to date.
- Context
- Corrections for these findings were noted in recent reports.
Related violations
General question
What is your process for conducting and documenting regular fire drills for the children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how the center prepares for emergencies helps parents feel confident in the safety routines practiced with the children. Regular drills are a standard part of maintaining a secure environment.
General question
How do you communicate with families if there are changes to staff or administrative procedures?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Clear communication regarding staffing and operations helps families stay informed and builds trust in the center's management. This question helps parents understand how the facility keeps them updated.
General question
Can you describe how you verify that all new hires meet the necessary requirements before they begin working with children?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Learning about the onboarding process for new employees provides insight into how the center prioritizes compliance and staff readiness. This helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure a qualified team.