Shepherd Of God Christian Academy

HOMESTEAD, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity61
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$1,065/mo

Contact information

Address824 W Palm Dr, Homestead FL, 33034

CityHOMESTEAD, FL 33034

CountyMIAMI-DADE

Phone7863069530

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

Capacity61

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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824 W Palm Dr, Homestead FL, 33034, HOMESTEAD, FL 33034

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 464/30/2026

    46. Daily Attendance CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (46-01)

    There were no daily attendance records or they were unavailable for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7, B.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the attendance roster for two classrooms does not include all children present in care. Per provider, attendance roster fixed at the time of the inspection. T.A. Daily attendance of children records must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months. Licensed child care facilities must comply with Rules 65C-22.001, 65C-22.007, 65C22.008, and 65C-22.010, F.A.C ENFORCEMENT Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 451cfbed-522e-4d13-9a7b-5c2368a25c65)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 454/30/2026

    45. (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 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed that the Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse was not current updated. Per Provider Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel were updated. T.A. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 451cfbed-522e-4d13-9a7b-5c2368a25c65)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. High riskStandard 454/30/2026

    45. (45-01)

    A complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewing child care personnel noticed that a complete CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, was not on file for all employees. T.A. Each personnel record must have a completed CF-FSP Form 5131, Background Screening and Personnel File Requirements, which is incorporated by reference in paragraph 65C-22.001(7)(b), F.A.C. Due: 6/1/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 451cfbed-522e-4d13-9a7b-5c2368a25c65)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 234/30/2026

    23. (23-08)

    The written record of the fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following:[Fire Drill during the month of March.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, C (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewing the Fire Drill Record Log notice that the facility do not conduct a Fire drill for the month of March. Per Provider, Fire Drill conducted at the time of the inspection with the licensing authority to cover the month of March drill. T.A. A current attendance record and parent contact information must accompany child care personnel out of the building during a drill or actual evacuation and be used to account for all children. The operator must maintain a written record of the fire drills showing the date, number of children and child care personnel in attendance, evacuation route used, and time taken for all individuals to evacuate the premises. Each fire drill record must be maintained for a minimum of 12 months from the date of the fire drill. The fire drills conducted must include, at a minimum: 1. One fire drill using an alternate evacuation route, 2. One fire drill during napping/sleeping times, and 3. One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority. This drill will be coordinated with the operator or designee. Last fire drill was conducted on 04/30/2026, One fire drill in the presence and at the request of the licensing authority was done on 04/30/2026, Fire inspection 01/22/2026 Fire extinguisher 09/2025 FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 451cfbed-522e-4d13-9a7b-5c2368a25c65)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 134/30/2026

    13. (13-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist observed a unlock cabinet with cleaning supplies accessible to children in care. Per provider, cabinet doors with cleaning supplies were locked at the time of the inspection. T.A. All potentially harmful items, including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials, must be labeled and used according to manufacturers recommendation. These items, as well as knives, sharp tools, and other potentially dangerous hazards, must be stored in a locked area or must be inaccessible and out of a childs reach at all times. 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 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-30. View official inspection document (report 451cfbed-522e-4d13-9a7b-5c2368a25c65)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 3910/10/2025

    39. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (39-05)

    Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [Parent signature or acknowlegment that it was given to the parent. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [ Parent signature or acknowledgment that it was given to the parent. T.A. Documentation must include the name of the affected party, date and time of the occurrence, description of the occurrence, actions taken and by whom, and appropriate signatures of program child care personnel and the custodial parent or legal guardian. Program child care personnel signatures may include the director/child care personnel that witnessed the incident, who were involved in the incident, and/or responded to the childs needs. 40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 Not Monitored RECORD KEEPING 41. Immunization Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Not Monitored 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 Not Monitored Compliance Comments 2 Files reviewed Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-10. View official inspection document (report f17ce432-541f-4f03-b1c2-2dd98c35c5c0)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 419/10/2025

    41. (41-01)

    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. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewing children file notice that Not all children have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681). T.A. If the custodial parents or legal guardians fail to provide the documentation required above within 30 days of enrollment, the facility shall not allow the child to remain in the program. The parent/guardian of a child who has not received the age-appropriate immunizations prior to enrollment and who does not have documented medical or religious exemptions from routine childhood immunizations must provide documentation of a scheduled appointment or arrangement to receive immunizations. Providers must include a general statement in parent handbook/policies to inform parents/guardians, at time of enrollment, that some children in care may not have current immunizations. 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments (18 of 18) childrens enrollment/health records were reviewed for compliance. Files reviewed: Letters (A Z), since the last inspection. 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments All (7) child care personnel records in the system were reviewed of which (7) were updated for compliance. 1 new personnel were hired since the last inspection as per the director. Due: 10/21/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-10. View official inspection document (report ff0af6c6-44f3-46a9-a79d-ef153dc143fc)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 2310/3/2024

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-01)

    The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Provider was observed to have an expired Fire Inspection of 09/19/2023. Per DCF Handbook, "Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program." FOOD AND NUTRITION Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-03. View official inspection document (report b2bc6597-1ca9-4214-8913-ebb1f0e7db9e)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

18Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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$1,065/month

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About this daycare

  • Location: HOMESTEAD, MIAMI-DADE County
  • Capacity: 61
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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