SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity72
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

Address1144 NW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33311

CityFORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311

CountyBROWARD

Phone9547926118

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

Capacity72

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/26/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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1144 NW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33311, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  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: 8/26/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 038/26/2025

    03. (03-06)

    4.2.7(B), Handbook: Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In- Service Training Record and included in the child care facilitys personnel records. A new in-service training record is required each fiscal year. The in-service training records for the previous two fiscal years must also be maintained at the child care facility for review by the licensing authority. Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Staff Requirements [SR] Comments: Documentation of in-service training was not recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In-service Training Record. Technical Assistance was provided for Annual In-Service Not Properly Recorded. Technical Assistance was provided for Unsupervised Care or Contact Prior to Completion of Training. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 8/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report a4f8b7cb-9f07-48a5-9884-55c418caa483)

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 078/26/2025

    07. (07-04)

    Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alone for any reason without direct supervision by a child care staff member. Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity in the same room or within a designated outdoor play area, and responding to each childs needs. Child care personnel and volunteers at a facility must be assigned to provide care to a specific group of children and be present with that group at all times during the day, including during meals, napping, and transportation of children 2.4.1(B), Handbook: Children must never be left inside or outside the facility, in a vehicle, or at a field trip location by themselves. Lack of direct supervision was observed in the [see details below]. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Ratios/Discipline [SR] Comments: At the time of inspection, the licensing monitor observed the VPK, 3's, and 2's classroom without a teacher present. When the monitor brought this concern to the attention of the teacher (C.L) and director (C.B) returning from the front office; C.L stated the 3's and VPK classroom teachers left for the day. The monitor informed the teacher, director, and program owner of the direct supervision requirement. The following ratios were observed after the director returned to the group and the teacher combined the 3's with VPK classroom: 2's 1:8 3's & VPK 1:15 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance FACILITY/STORAGE Compliance Comments Technical Assistance was provided for general facility requirements group. 10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 11. Toxins/Hazardous Materials Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Compliance Comments Technical Assistance was provided for closet doors. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report a4f8b7cb-9f07-48a5-9884-55c418caa483)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 258/26/2025

    25. (25-01)

    3.10.2(E), Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Toilet/Bath Facility [SR] Comments: Technical assistance was given for the following areas of concern: -Please discard worn and torn diapering pad in 2's classroom - Please ensure diapering procedures are followed to protect the health and safety of children and child care personnel 26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance HEALTH PROGRAM 27. Written Instructions for Serious Illness/Injury: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report a4f8b7cb-9f07-48a5-9884-55c418caa483)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 298/26/2025

    29. (29-09)

    6, Handbook: Personnel are required to be educated on the facilitys exposure plan regarding standard precautions before beginning to work and annually thereafter. Written documentation that child care personnel have participated in the facilitys annual refresher education for the exposure plan and understand the proper procedures in the event there is exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids must be retained for 12 months and be available for licensing to review. The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Program [SR] Comments: The facility does not have documentation for all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the facility's exposure plan. Technical Assistance was provided for personnel no annual refresher of exposure plan. Due: 8/26/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report a4f8b7cb-9f07-48a5-9884-55c418caa483)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 508/26/2025

    50. Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook DCF Handbook (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (50-02)

    Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster must accompany the child care personnel and the group of children throughout the day should they leave the classroom. In order to account for childrens whereabouts, children who are reassigned to different classrooms throughout the day should be signed in and/or out of the rosters for those respective classrooms each time. The facility failed to maintain an accurate attendance roster for the children in care. (Section 2.1(A) Health and Safety, Page 3) License/Certificates [SR] Comments: During today's inspection the monitor found inaccurate attendance recordings in the 2's, 3's, and VPK classroom. The monitor brought this concern to the Director and teacher on site. The teachers immediately corrected the attendance record sheet, bringing this violation into compliance. SCHOOL READINESS Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-26. View official inspection document (report a4f8b7cb-9f07-48a5-9884-55c418caa483)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

10Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,065/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: FORT LAUDERDALE, BROWARD County
  • Capacity: 72
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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