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DOWNTOWN JEWISH CENTER

1012 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

License:
S17BO0013
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Substantial Compliance
Records checked:
July 11, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:00AM to 5:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
50
License expiration:
June 30, 2027
Typical cost: $1,235 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,235 - $1,387/mo

Median daily rate: $57.00 - $64.00

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 inspectionMay 28, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 28, 2026

Summary

This summary covers 10 available inspections for DOWNTOWN JEWISH CENTER from January 11, 2023 through May 28, 2026.

Three inspections recorded violations, with four recorded violations in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on July 16, 2025 and involved facility condition.

Child guidance was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.

Two later inspections, from November 21, 2025 through May 28, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
10

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
4

1 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

10 total inspections vs 12 local median in Fort Lauderdale

Compared to 77 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.4
Local median
0.31

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
10%
Local median
9%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
30%
Local median
19%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.75

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: Facility condition
Report finding
3.2(D), Handbook: Narcotics, alcohol, or other impairing drugs/paraphernalia must not be present on the premises or in vehicles used by child care facility. An alcoholic beverage and/or controlled substance was observed on the premises.
Inspector notes
Complaint alleges that a 2y/o teacher, appeared to have consumed alcohol while supervising children. The smell of alcohol was detected on her breath and a cold bottle of wine was found in her backpack. Throughout the day, the contents of the bottle were reduced, and it was empty by the end of the school day. At 4:37 PM, this was reported this to the schools director, by phone. No staffing change or administrative action was taken at that time, and the teacher continued working in the classroom thereafter. On March 26, 2025, a water bottle containing a substance consistent with alcohol and a mug with a similar liquid was discovered by the teacher. The director was informed aga ... [truncated]
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 10 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
10-03
View official report
Medium concern: Facility condition
Report finding
3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [Playground].
Inspector notes
Repair white wooden fence located in the large playground area observed damaged. Technical assistance was provided regarding keeping the area out of children's reach. Also a security was observed around the area to help children stay away from this fence.
Correction status
Due by January 18, 2024
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 11 - General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-5.01, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
11-13
View official report
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for staff who did not begin the training within 90 days of employment.
Report comments
One staff member have not begun the required training within 90 days of employment. See supplemental sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by January 25, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-02
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
7-21.01(a), Ordinance: All child care personnel must take DCF's-approved courses covering the following topics: health, safety, and nutrition; identifying and reporting child abuse and neglect; child growth and development, including typical and atypical language, cognitive, motor, social, and self-help skills development.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without the required training on file.
Report comments
Two staff members have not completed the required training for substantial compliance providers. See supplemental sheet for additional information.
Correction status
Due by February 11, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 03 - Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook
Official code
03-03

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

What is your current process for ensuring all staff members have completed their required professional training?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in 2023 noted that some staff members had not completed required training courses. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center tracks and maintains staff qualifications.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you maintain the facility to ensure that all areas remain in good repair and free from potential hazards?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available inspection records show that facility maintenance and repair topics were noted in separate reports. This question allows the director to explain their ongoing maintenance schedule and how they monitor the environment for the children.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What are your policies regarding the presence of prohibited items on the premises, and how do you monitor for compliance?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2025 included a finding regarding prohibited items on the premises. Asking about policy and monitoring helps parents understand the steps taken to ensure a professional and appropriate environment for children.
Context
A later clean inspection was recorded in May 2026.
Related violations
General question

How do you communicate with families about daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication regarding staffing and daily activities is essential for building trust between families and the center. Understanding these methods helps parents feel more connected to their child's daily experience.
General question

What steps do you take to supervise playground activities and ensure the equipment is safe for daily use?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Playground safety is a key part of a child's day, and learning about the center's supervision and inspection practices helps parents feel confident in the outdoor environment.