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ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL

363 SE 12th Ave, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

License:
S17BO0036
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 3:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
40
License expiration:
September 30, 2026
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.

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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 inspectionFebruary 17, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsFebruary 17, 2026

Summary

This summary covers eight available inspections for ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL from March 27, 2023 through February 17, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with one recorded violation in total.

The most recent recorded violation was on March 8, 2024 and involved health or food records, with a due date of March 8, 2024.

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

Five later inspections, from April 10, 2024 through February 17, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
8

2 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
0

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

8 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33441

Compared to 12 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.13
Local median
0.15

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
0%
Local median
8%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
13%
Local median
11%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
0.5

Repeated topics

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

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

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

Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of a Florida County Health Department attesting that the employee is in good health in order to care for children.The health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff without current No. 8 on file.
Inspector notes
One staff member file was observed with expired #8; the health assessment statement shall be documented on the No. 8, Physicians Statement of Good Health for Child Care Center Personnel, and updated every two (2) years. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for more information.
Correction status
Due by March 8, 2024
More details
Report section
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 05 - Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-4.05, Ordinance
Official code
05-01

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 describe your process for ensuring that all staff health and medical documentation is kept current?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in March 2024 noted that one staff member's health assessment statement was expired. Asking about the current process helps parents understand how the center manages and tracks these required personnel documents.
Context
A later inspection in February 2026 was completed with no findings.
Related violations
General question

How do you handle communication with families regarding daily activities or any changes in classroom routines?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Consistent communication is essential for parents to feel connected to their child's daily experience and informed about center operations. Learning about these methods helps families understand how the provider keeps them updated.
General question

What is your approach to staff training and professional development throughout the year?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Ongoing training ensures that caregivers are prepared to support children's development and maintain a high standard of care. This question helps parents understand the center's commitment to staff readiness.
General question

Can you walk me through the daily schedule and how you balance structured activities with free play?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the daily rhythm of the classroom helps parents determine if the program's structure aligns with their child's needs. This provides insight into how the center supports learning and social interaction.
General question

What steps do you take to ensure that the facility environment remains clean and well-maintained for the children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Maintaining a tidy and organized space is important for the comfort and well-being of all children in the program. Asking about these practices helps parents understand the center's approach to daily facility management.