Puffin Montessori School, LLC
BOCA RATON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address19801 Hampton Dr Ste 5, Boca Raton FL, 33434
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone5612355890
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
Capacity147
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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19801 Hampton Dr Ste 5, Boca Raton FL, 33434, BOCA RATON, FL 33434
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about the lead teacher's Montessori training and how closely the classroom follows the method
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/3/2026
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 012/3/2026
01. Insurance (Article IV.B) (01-01)
The license holder did not provide verification of comprehensive general liability insurance. Comments: The general lilability insurance on file expired on 1/30/2026. An email requesting the updated insurance was sent on 2/2/2026.Technical Assistance: A current general liability insurance must be maintained on files at all times. Due: 3/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-03. View official inspection document (report 39c6f0d7-077a-4f38-95a5-3860ae2750ee)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 782/3/2026
78. Liability Insurance (Article XVII.A) (78-01)
The facility failed to have proof of liability insurance. Comments: The automobile insurance on file expired on 1/30/2026. An email requesting the updated insurance was sent on 2/2/2026.Technical Assistance: A current automobile insurance must be maintained on files at all times. Due: 3/5/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-03. View official inspection document (report 39c6f0d7-077a-4f38-95a5-3860ae2750ee)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 157/21/2025
15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (15-02)
The wall in the [classrooms] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [pieces of peeling paint. ]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection, observed peeling paint on two walls in the classroom. Technical assistance was provided that peeling paint can pose a health hazard. During the inspection, the facility moved children into the "Busy City" multipurpose room to have the handyman immediately patch the peeling paint, thus the provider has resolved the non- compliance at the time of the inspection. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-21. View official inspection document (report 7fe0d3e5-3597-4800-b64d-af98cb7b885b)
Corrected at inspection
2024
- High riskStandard 0211/25/2024
02. Licensed Facility (Article IV.A, and E) (02-05)
The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application at least 45 days before expiration of the current license. Comments: Article IV.A.8. Unless revoked or surrendered, all licenses or certificates of compliance or certificates of substantial compliance shall expire December 31st of each year. All applications for renewal for the following calendar year must be completed and filed with the Department no later than November 1st of the current year. The application was received on 11/14/2024. The violation has been cleared and corrected at the time of the inspection. 03. License Capacity (Article IV.A) Not Monitored 04. Indoor/Outdoor Square Footage (Article X.A and B and Rule 65C-22.002(3), FAC) Not Monitored 05. Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B) Not Monitored 06. Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) Not Monitored 07. Telephone/Communication Device (Articles X.F and XVIII.A) Not Monitored 08. Daily Program (Article IX.A) Not Monitored 09. Discipline (Article IX.C) Not Monitored 10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) Not Monitored 11. Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G) Not Monitored 12. Night-time Care (Article XVI) Not Monitored 13. Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E) Not Monitored 14. Access to Records (Article XV.A) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-25. View official inspection document (report af2729c9-79f5-4c99-9338-c96f856b3a48)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: BOCA RATON, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 147
- Type: Child Care Facility
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