YMCA of South Florida at Lenora Braynon Smith ES
MIAMI, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address4700 NW 12th Ave, Miami FL, 33127
CityMIAMI, FL 33127
CountyMIAMI-DADE
Phone3053574000
Operating details
HoursMon 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Tue 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Wed 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Thu 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Fri 1:50PM to 6:00PM
Capacity158
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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4700 NW 12th Ave, Miami FL, 33127, MIAMI, FL 33127
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/5/2026
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 213/5/2026
21. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (21-02)
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Comments: Per provider the fire inspection is still expired. 3.8.2 Fire Safety A. 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 22. Food Preparation Area & Food Storage SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1 & 3.9.2 Not Monitored 23. Food Safety SACCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 24. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources SACCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT 25. Health and Sanitation SACCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 Not Monitored 26. Indoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.11 Not Monitored 27. Outdoor Equipment SACCF Handbook, Section 3.12 Not Monitored TRAINING 28. Training Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4 Not Monitored 29. Credentialed Staff SACCF Handbook, Section 4.7 Not Monitored HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 30. Communicable Disease Control SACCF Handbook, Section 6.1 Not Monitored 31. CPR Requirements SACCF Handbook, Section 4.2.2 Not Monitored Due: 6/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-05. View official inspection document (report cfa1474d-a6ad-4732-b5d1-a6414762183c)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 2112/5/2025
21. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (21-02)
The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. SACCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Comments: LSC observed at the time of inspection, childcare facility did not have a current annual fire inspection. Advised personnel they have 90 days from time of inspection to be in compliance. Due date 3/5/2026 Unless statutorily exempted, all childcare facilities must conform to stat 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 Due: 3/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-05. View official inspection document (report 2f8cfcac-a2c5-418d-9ade-f4349d36267a)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$922/month
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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, MIAMI-DADE County
- Capacity: 158
- Type: Child Care Facility
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