Dolphin Montessori Children's House Inc
KEY LARGO, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address104960 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo FL, 33037
CountyMONROE
Phone3054533787
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 10:00PM; Sat 6:30AM to 10:00PM
Capacity40
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High6
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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104960 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo FL, 33037, KEY LARGO, FL 33037
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- 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: 4/13/2026
- High0
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 174/13/2026
17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 (17-01)
The facilitys outdoor play area contained litter, nails, glass or other hazards that posed a low potential for harm to children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.5, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed playhouse equipment at the end of the playground frame base is broken exposing broken plastic pieces that posed a low potential for harm to children. T.A. The outdoor play area must be clean and free from litter, nails, glass and other hazards. Due: 5/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-13. View official inspection document (report 6979235f-0249-4720-951f-fb3e7a25d0bf)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 127/17/2025
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: Licensing specialist observed Areas of the facility needed new paint, tiles in shower and base of the front door, sink clog does not lift in back room and locks on cabinets. T.A. 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. 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 Due: 8/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-17. View official inspection document (report 2210d731-20c3-4d1d-94c7-fd78c5c206ec)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 447/17/2025
44. Personnel Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (44-01)
Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: Licensing specialist observed personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. Fixed at the time of inspection when file was brought over from the other center. T.A. Records must be maintained and kept current on all child care personnel, as defined by Section 402.302(3), F.S. These records shall be on-site, available for review by the licensing authority. Licensing specialist suggested keeping a copy at each center of the files. 45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-17. View official inspection document (report 2210d731-20c3-4d1d-94c7-fd78c5c206ec)
Corrected at inspection
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
$966/month
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About this daycare
- Location: KEY LARGO, MONROE County
- Capacity: 40
- Type: Child Care Facility
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