FIRST UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL
FT LAUDERDALE, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address101 SE 3rd Ave, Ft Lauderdale FL, 33301
CountyBROWARD
Phone9544633758
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity212
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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101 SE 3rd Ave, Ft Lauderdale FL, 33301, FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33301
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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
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/6/2025
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium riskStandard 173/6/2025
17. Equipment and Furnishings Group: Sec. 7-36, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (17-04)
3.11(A), Handbook: A child care facility must make available toys, equipment, and furnishings suitable to each childs age and development and of a quantity for each to be involved in activities. The toys/equipment/furnishings in the [Ones , Twos Threes] are not sufficient for the number of the children using the classroom. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Classrooms were observed with insufficient toys and equipment for the number of the children using the classroom. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-06. View official inspection document (report 1bd50512-e3a3-4031-838b-76f35145cd5b)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 213/6/2025
21. Outdoor Play Space Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (21-05)
3.12(D)(1) and (2), Handbook: Permanent or stationary playground equipment must have a fall/use zone that extends a minimum of 6 feet in all directions from the perimeter of the equipment. If the ground cover in place is loose ground cover (such as, but not limited to: mulch, shredded rubber chips, or sand) a minimum of 6 inches in depth is required in the use zone. Asphalt, concrete, hard packed dirt, hay, grass or leaves are unsuitable for use in the use zone area. If the ground cover in place is a unitary playground surface, then the unitary surfacing materials must be installed, maintained, or replaced according to manufacturers instructions. Unitary surfaces must be tested to and comply with ASTM F1292; documentation of test data must be retained at the facility and available for licensing to review. The playground surface was insufficient. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: The playground was observed in need of mulch . Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-06. View official inspection document (report 1bd50512-e3a3-4031-838b-76f35145cd5b)
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 4511/19/2024
45. (45-05)
Sec. 7-11.10(c), Ordinance: A completed application for renewal of a license must be submitted to the local licensing agency at least 45 days prior to the expiration date of the current license to ensure that a lapse in licensure does not occur. The facility failed to submit a complete renewal application 45 days prior to the license expiration. Comments: The renewal application was due in the CCLE office by November 15, 2024. As of the date of this report, the application has not yet been received. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-19. View official inspection document (report 9aac42f1-e89b-43fd-a78d-7174ec2db907)
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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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: FT LAUDERDALE, BROWARD County
- Capacity: 212
- Type: Child Care Facility
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