Universal Academy Private School Inc

MIAMI GARDENS, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity174
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address21310 NW 37th Ave, Miami Gardens FL, 33056

CityMIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056

CountyMIAMI-DADE

Phone3056260010

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity174

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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21310 NW 37th Ave, Miami Gardens FL, 33056, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33056

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/12/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 455/12/2026

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Due: 6/12/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-12. View official inspection document (report 26749a26-f9b8-438a-9450-8b6f0d9b1946)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 231/7/2026

    23. (23-02)

    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] Comments: Primary fire drill conducted with LS present ati, Alternate fire drill: 12/22/25, Lockdown drill: 9/23/25, Inclement weather drill: 11/24/25, Fire extinguisher: 11/2025, Fire inspection report dated 12/23/2024 and expires on 12/23/2025. 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) FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 6/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-07. View official inspection document (report 478c4467-1d42-46ea-afb6-e670b5736627)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 4510/1/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-07)

    Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: One childcare personnel has BGST expired as of 8/6/2025. See confidential notes for details. Due: 10/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-01. View official inspection document (report 1e2c1f1c-ae70-4333-9a31-63cad822b530)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 4510/1/2025

    45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)

    The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Record Keeping [SR] Comments: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel int he Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1,K Due: 10/31/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-01. View official inspection document (report 1e2c1f1c-ae70-4333-9a31-63cad822b530)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 121/22/2025

    12. (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: All child care facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Documentation of the indoor play area inspection must be maintained for 12 months. Technical Assistant was given to provider pertaining to water damage in the ceiling tiles in Room 6 (Private Room) for the mixed age group. 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-22. View official inspection document (report a5741704-0191-41f7-a1ee-4c022cd241f1)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4110/17/2024

    41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments: At time of inspection, FSC observed that ( 11 ) immunization records on file were expired. TA was provided to the provider explaining that all student health and immunization records must always remain up to date and available for review by licensing. Provider was given a corrective action date of 30 days. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-17. View official inspection document (report 8d5e02c4-cc9e-4d13-b24c-e654c7d4377d)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

6Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Florida by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: MIAMI GARDENS, MIAMI-DADE County
  • Capacity: 174
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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