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JORDAN, LARETHA d/b/a COZEY CARE ACADEMY LLC

2825 SW 14th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

License:
F17BO0122
Type:
Family Day Care Home
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
School Readiness, After School, Before School, Drop In, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Night Care, Transportation, Weekend Care
Hours:
Mon: 6:00AM to 11:59PM; Tue-Sun: 12:00AM to 5:00AM; 6:00AM to 11:59PM
Capacity:
10
License expiration:
August 4, 2026
Typical cost: $953 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$953/mo

Median daily rate: $44.00 (non-Gold Seal only)

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Broward County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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 26, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 26, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 13 available inspections for JORDAN, LARETHA d/b/a COZEY CARE ACADEMY LLC from February 10, 2023 through June 26, 2026.

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

The most recent recorded violation was on February 6, 2026 and involved equipment or readiness.

DaycareFacts did not classify any of these violations at the Higher concern level.

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
13

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

13 total inspections vs 13.5 local median in 33312

Compared to 30 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.15
Local median
0.37

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
9%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
15%
Local median
20%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
1.33

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.

View official report
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
7.6(L), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the homes premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Sharp, broken and/or jagged edges were observed on the [see details below]. General Requirements [SR]
Inspector notes
At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed a hole in the carport roof leading to the playground area. The monitor brought this to the attention of the home owner. The home owner was able to place a tarp to cover the hole in the carport roof. A work order is in process for a permanent fix to the roof. This standard is now in compliance.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Outdoor Play Area Requirements Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
12-11
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
7.6(K), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a ground cover or other protective surface under the equipment that provides resilience and is maintained to reduce the incidence of injuries to children in the event of falls. Equipment used for climbing must not be placed over, or immediately next to hard surfaces not intended for use as surfacing for climbing equipment. All permanent/anchored playground equipment must be placed over a shock absorbing material that is either the unitary or the loose fill type extending beyond the perimeter of the stationary equipment. A resilient surface was not provided beneath and within the fall zone for [see below]. General Requirements [SR]
Report comments
The fall zone under the play structure was in need of ground covering.
Correction status
Due by June 24, 2025
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 12 - Outdoor Play Area Requirements Group: Sec. 7-63, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
12-09

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 describe your process for regularly inspecting the outdoor play area and equipment to ensure everything remains in good condition for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show an inspection in February 2026 noted a need for repairs to the carport roof near the playground. Asking about your maintenance routine helps parents understand how you proactively manage the environment.
Context
The issue was corrected at the time of the inspection, and a later inspection in June 2026 was clean.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that the ground cover under the play structures is consistently maintained to provide a resilient surface for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records from 2025 and 2026 show that equipment and outdoor area readiness have been topics of discussion. Understanding your approach to maintaining these surfaces helps parents feel confident about the play environment.
Related violations
General question

What is your daily routine for supervising children when they are playing outside, and how do you balance that with other responsibilities?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about your supervision strategies during outdoor play helps parents understand how you keep children engaged and protected throughout the day.
General question

How do you communicate with parents if a maintenance issue is identified that might affect the play area or other facility spaces?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding facility updates is important for parents to feel informed and involved in the care environment.
General question

Can you share how you handle staff training regarding the identification and reporting of potential hazards in the home?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding how staff are trained to monitor the environment helps parents know that everyone on the team is focused on maintaining a well-kept space.