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Fruit Of The Spirit ELC

170 NW 20th St, Homestead, FL 33030

License:
F11MD1165
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 10, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, Food Served, Full Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
October 10, 2026
Typical cost: $953 - $1,192 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$953 - $1,192/mo

Median daily rate: $44.00 - $55.00

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 inspectionMay 8, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 8, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 11 available inspections for Fruit Of The Spirit ELC from April 11, 2023 through May 8, 2026.

Two inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on March 25, 2026 and involved background screening, with a due date of April 9, 2026.

Three later inspections, from April 15, 2026 through May 8, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
11

6 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
8

8 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
2

2 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
2

Last 36 months

Local comparison

11 total inspections vs 11 local median in 33030

Compared to 54 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.73
Local median
0.41

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
9%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
18%
Local median
25%

Repeated topics

This provider
2
Local average
0.65

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Required background screening was missing for [ an adult or household members, a juvenile family members, 12 and older (an FDLE check)]. 402.313(3) F.S. and FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 4.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Staffing Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist reviewing the child care personnel record and household member, notice that a household member 12 years old need to complete a Records Check with FDLE, and one household member 18 years old need to initial the Background Screening Fingerprints Level ll. T.A. Operators, household members (adults and children 12 to 17 years of age), substitutes, volunteers and Large Family Child Care Home employees must have a level 2 background screening clearance from the Department prior to obtaining a license, residing in the home, employment, or volunteering unsupervised with children. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the re ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by April 9, 2026
More details
Report section
STAFFING REQUIREMENTS - 06 - Background Screening Requirements
Official code
06-01
Higher concern: Hazardous access
Report finding
The operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed.Vaccinations are available for this type of animal. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist notice the presence of a dog in the home and asking the operator for the current vaccine but the operator did not have documentation of current vaccination records for the pet observed at the time of the inspection. T.A. Animals, pets or fowl must be properly vaccinated, if vaccinations are available for the type of animal, pet or fowl; and be free from disease. Animals that are poisonous, aggressive, venomous, or pose a potential threat of harm to children in care are prohibited. Custodial parents or legal guardian must be informed in writing of all animals on the premises of the home. Such information may be provided by way of a parent flyer, a notifica ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Animal Vaccinations
Official code
09-01
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
During the licensure year, the operator failed to conduct monthly fire drills utilizing the approved fire alarm system or smoke detector at various dates and times when children are in care. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.21, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist observed that a fire drill record log does not include a fire drill for the month of February. T.A. During the homes licensure year, fire drills utilizing the smoke detector(s) must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care. Last fire drill was conducted on 01/07/2026, One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route was done on 12/22/2025, As technical assistance, the licensing counselor requested that a Fire Drill be done in the presence of licensing authority, and the provider: requested that the fire drill be done at the next scheduled inspection.
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 27 - Fire Drills/Emergency Preparedness
Official code
27-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)].FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1 A and B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Inspector notes
Licensing Specialist revieing the children files observed that the Florida Certificate of immunization was expired. T.A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local health department. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appr ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by May 7, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-02
Low concern: Recordkeeping
Report finding
No enrollment information was on file for the child(ren) and/ or available for licensing to review. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist reviewing the children file notice that an enrollment information for a child was not available for licensing to review. T.A. . Enrollment information shall be kept current and on file for each child in care and available for licensing to review. 9 of 10 childrens enrollment/health records were reviewed for compliance since the last inspection. ENFORCEMENT
Correction status
Due by April 9, 2026
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 33 - Enrollment Information/Daily Attendance
Official code
33-01
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Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The family day care home did not have an operable fire extinguisher and/or fire extinguisher with a current certificate. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 7.11, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist observe that a family day care home do not have an operable fire extinguisher with a current certificate. T.A. The home shall have an operable smoke detector(s) and fire extinguisher with a current certificate.
Correction status
Due by October 16, 2025
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HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 19 - Smoke Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Telephone, Lighting, Temperature and Ventilation
Official code
19-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment.FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist reviewing children file found that not all children have on file a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681). T.A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certification of Immunization form, Parts A-1, B, and/or C, DH 680 (July 2010), or the Religious Exemption from Immunization form, DH 681 (July 2008), which are incorporated herein by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(o) and (p), F.A.C., from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment. DH Form 680 and DH Form 681 may be obtained from the local h ... [truncated]
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 31 - Immunization Records
Official code
31-01
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. FDCH/LFCCH Handbook, Section 8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Children's Records [SR]
Report comments
Licensing Specialist reviewing children file encountered that not all children have on file the Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement. T.A. The operator is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed DH 3040, Student Health Examination form, incorporated by reference in 65C-22.001(7)(q), F.A.C. and may be obtained from the local county health department, or a signed statement by an authorized professional that indicates the results of the components of the form are included in the health examination from the custodial parent or legal guardian, within 30 days of enrollment.
Correction status
Due by November 13, 2025
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 32 - Health Records
Official code
32-01

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 household members have completed the required background screening?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a March 2026 inspection indicate that required background screening documentation was missing for certain household members. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains compliance with these safety requirements.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you manage and track vaccination records for pets kept on the premises?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from March 2026 noted that documentation for pet vaccinations was not available at the time. This question helps parents understand how the provider stays organized regarding health requirements for animals in the home.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your current system for scheduling and documenting monthly fire drills?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from late 2025 and early 2026 show that fire safety preparedness, including drill logs and equipment maintenance, has been a topic of discussion during inspections. Understanding the current routine provides insight into how the center prioritizes emergency readiness.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all children's health and immunization records are kept up to date and complete?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from multiple inspections between 2025 and 2026 indicate that keeping children's immunization and health examination records current has been a recurring area for improvement. Asking about the tracking system helps parents understand how the provider ensures these files remain compliant.
Related violations
General question

What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about their child's activities and any updates to their file?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication helps families stay informed about their child's care and ensures that important administrative tasks, such as updating health forms, are handled promptly. This question helps parents gauge how the provider manages ongoing partnerships with families.