HOLLYWOOD HILLS UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL

HOLLYWOOD, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity160
HoursMon 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:15AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address400 N 35th Ave Hollywood FL 33021

CityHOLLYWOOD, FL 33021

CountyBROWARD

Phone9549898336

Operating details

HoursMon 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:15AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:15AM to 5:30PM

Capacity160

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/19/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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400 N 35th Ave Hollywood FL 33021, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021

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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. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/19/2025

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  • Medium-High0
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 202/19/2025

    20. Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (20-04)

    3.6.4(A), Handbook: Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comforters, receiving blankets, pillows, stuffed animals and cushions. The crib/play yard sheets were not appropriate. Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [2] cribs with inappropriate crib sheets. Crib sheets were oversized, and excess material was knotted underneath the mattresses. Provider resolved by replacing crib sheets with properly fitted sheets Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-19. View official inspection document (report 11736492-0a1c-4e6c-bcd1-5d347c15f499)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 252/19/2025

    25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (25-07)

    3.10.2(B), Handbook: Hands must be washed and dried thoroughly after each diapering or toileting procedure, and all surfaces that have been touched must be cleaned and sanitized or disinfected to prevent the spread of germs. Staff did not wash hands after diapering/toileting a child. Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed improper diapering procedures in the [1yr old] classroom. The teacher did not wash hands or hands of child after toileting procedure. Provider resolved by properly washing hands. Technical assistance regarding diaper cream labeling Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-19. View official inspection document (report 11736492-0a1c-4e6c-bcd1-5d347c15f499)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 342/19/2025

    34. Feeding Procedure/Seating Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (34-03)

    3.9.5(B), Handbook: Bottles and sippy cups brought from home shall be individually labeled with the childs first and last name and shall be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian daily. 3.9.6(B), Handbook: The provider must make sure all formula and food brought from home are labeled with the childs first and last name. The provider is responsible for the label; therefore, if the label is not completed by the parent, the facility staff must put the label on when the formula or food is received. Bottles, sippy cups or food were not labeled and/or stored properly. Comments: At time of inspection, licensing monitor observed water bottles and sippy cups brought from home that were not properly labeled in [1yr and 2-3yr] classrooms Provider resolved by writing names on cups. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-19. View official inspection document (report 11736492-0a1c-4e6c-bcd1-5d347c15f499)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 031/24/2025

    03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-02)

    4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [training is observed incomplete on transcript]. Comments: Verbal technical assistance was previously provided that personnel may submit higher education transcripts to DCF training department for review and possible exemption of some coursework. At the time of 10/17/2024 routine, there were no changes to personnel training or exemption status. At the 12/04/24 revisit, provider had not issued an update, and no further coursework was completed by personnel as evidenced by review of DCF training transcript and the non-compliance was reissued. At the time of this inspection, provider has stated documents were sent and rejected by DCF training department and personnel completed a resubmission. Personnel has not completed an additional coursework. Personnel industry hire date was 07/25/2023. This item was out of compliance on 12/04/2024 This item continues to be out of compliance. Therefore, a Notice of Violation is issued. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 05. Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Not Monitored 06. Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.302(3), Florida Statutes Not Monitored RATIOS/DISCIPLINE 07. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305(4), Florida Statutes Not Monitored 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-24. View official inspection document (report c270e956-0170-4a04-a33f-6f13b339f85a)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 0312/4/2024

    03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-02)

    4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility. The facility did not have documentation of child care personnel's completion of required training on the training transcript in that [training is observed incomplete on transcript]. Comments: At the time of previous inspection, [1] personnel had not completed introductory training requirements. At the time of reinspection DCF training transcript was reviewed and licensing monitor observed no change to training history. Licensing monitor has received no further update. The standard cited above was previously listed as "03-03: 40-hr Training Not Complete." The reference to 4.1 Handbook remains unchanged. 04. Minimum Age Requirements Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 05. Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance Not Monitored 06. Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.302(3), Florida Statutes Not Monitored RATIOS/DISCIPLINE 07. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305(4), Florida Statutes Not Monitored 08. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 09. Child Discipline Group: Sec. 7-34, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305, Florida Statutes Not Monitored FACILITY/STORAGE Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-04. View official inspection document (report 748056ac-0248-42f8-8259-43c6658fabda)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 0310/17/2024

    03. Personnel Training Group: Secs. 7-4.01 and 7-4.02, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-03)

    4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training completion may not exceed 15 months from the date of employment in the child care industry in any licensed Florida child care facility.See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff/volunteers who are out of compliance. Comments: At the time of inspection, [1] personnel had not completed introductory training requirements Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-17. View official inspection document (report 4b8e97bb-0589-4bde-a672-457a42e94f4e)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 2710/17/2024

    27. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-5.05, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (27-05)

    Sec. 7-5.05(g)(4), Ordinance:Soiled items shall be placed in a secured covered container containing a plastic garbage bag.The containers shall be emptied, cleaned, and disinfected daily and not be accessible to the children.Soiled cloth or reusable diapers and clothing shall not be rinsed or washed.They shall be emptied and placed in a plastic bag, labeled with the childs name, closed tight, kept out of the reach of children, and given to the parents at the end of the day to take home for laundering.The storage of soiled diapers/clothing was not sanitary in that [wet or soiled clothing was properly stored]. Comments: At the time of inspection, licensing monitor observed [3] individual, untied bags of soiled clothing sitting in the bathroom of the 2yr old room Provider resolved by sealing and properly storing bags out of reach of children Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-10-17. View official inspection document (report 4b8e97bb-0589-4bde-a672-457a42e94f4e)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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9Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/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: HOLLYWOOD, BROWARD County
  • Capacity: 160
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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