ST. HELEN'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2999 NW 33rd Ave, Lauderdale Lakes FL, 33311
CityLAUDERDALE LAKES, FL 33311
CountyBROWARD
Phone9547397094
Operating details
HoursMon 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity39
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High8
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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2999 NW 33rd Ave, Lauderdale Lakes FL, 33311, LAUDERDALE LAKES, FL 33311
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/24/2026
- High1
- Medium-High7
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 226/24/2026
22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (22-03)
3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. Comments: This standard was previously cited for being out of compliance on the inspection conducted on 5/19/2026. The playground is currently closed and may not be used by children until the repairs have been completed. 23. Swimming Pool Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored TOILET/BATH FACILITY 24. Toilet/Bath Facilities Group: Sec. 7-39, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 25. Diaper Changing Procedures Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 26. Handwashing Facilities and Use Group: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored HEALTH PROGRAM 27. Written Instructions for Serious Illness/Injury: Sec. 7-41, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 28. First Aid Supplies Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored Compliance Comments This standard was previously cited for being out of compliance on the inspection conducted on 5/19/2026. This standard is now in compliance. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-24. View official inspection document (report be6e2a33-e169-4032-8b80-444b5dd4d2c8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 476/24/2026
47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook (47-01)
3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. Comments: The fire inspection conducted on 4/14/2026 indicates violations. The facility is required to obtain a passing fire inspection and provide documentation of compliance. A provisional license will be issued. 48. Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 49. Insurance Group: Sec 7-22, Ordinance Not Monitored 50. Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored Counselor Comments FOR GOLD SEAL PROVIDERS: Be advised that if this inspection includes the issuance of a Class I violation, the issuance of three or more Class II violations, and/or issuance of a third Class III for a repeated violation within a two (2) year period, the violation may affect the status of your Gold Seal designation pursuant to s. 1002.945, Florida Statutes. ____________________________________________ Inspected by: Smyrna Hernandez Date: 06/24/2026 ____________________________________________ Received by: Marie Neptune Date: 06/24/2026 Due: 7/15/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-24. View official inspection document (report be6e2a33-e169-4032-8b80-444b5dd4d2c8)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 055/19/2026
05. Health Requirements Group: Sec. 7-32, Ordinance (05-01)
Sec. 7-32, Ordinance: Before the first day of employment at a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, must have on file at the child care facility a signed statement from a licensed physician or authorized agent of the Florida Department of Health attesting that the person is in good health in order to care for children in a child care facility setting. The health assessment statement shall be documented on a form prescribed by the local licensing agency and updated at least every two years. Child Care personnel did not have a current health statement on file. Comments: One staff member did not have a current health statement on file. 06. Personnel Records Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.302(3), Florida Statutes Compliance RATIOS/DISCIPLINE Compliance Comments The following ratios were observed during the inspection: 4-year-old: 1:8 07. Ratios of Personnel to Children Group: Sec. 7-33, Ordinance, DCF Handbook, and Sec. 402.305(4), Florida Statutes Compliance Due: 6/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report ac545fbd-848a-43ce-82af-f76e344eceab)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 105/19/2026
10. General Facility Requirements Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (10-14)
3.1(A), Handbook: 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. An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. Comments: One of the bathroom sinks was observed broken and detached from the wall creating a potential safety hazard. Due: 6/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report ac545fbd-848a-43ce-82af-f76e344eceab)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 225/19/2026
22. Outdoor Equipment Group: Sec. 7-37, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (22-03)
3.12(C), Handbook: All equipment, fences, and objects on the facilitys premises shall be free from sharp, broken and jagged edges, and properly placed to prevent overcrowding or safety hazards in any one area. Equipment in the outdoor space needs repair. Comments: One of the outdoor play structures was observed with a broken surface on one of the corners near the bridge area. An open gap surrounded by sharp edges was observed in this area. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report ac545fbd-848a-43ce-82af-f76e344eceab)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 295/19/2026
29. Communicable Diseases/Care Of Sick Child Group: DCF Handbook (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. Comments: The staff files did not have documentation of the required annual refresher of exposure plan. Due: 6/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-19. View official inspection document (report ac545fbd-848a-43ce-82af-f76e344eceab)
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 455/28/2025
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 May 15th, 2025. As of the date of this report, the application has not yet been received. 46. Nighttime Child Care Group: Sec. 7-40, Ordinance and DCF Handbook Not Monitored 47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 48. Fire Drills/Emergency Procedures Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored 49. Insurance Group: Sec 7-22, Ordinance Not Monitored 50. Daily Attendance Group: DCF Handbook Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-05-28. View official inspection document (report d8505bcc-1f92-42b0-bf20-739ed6b4edfc)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 144/28/2025
14. Drinking Fountains/Water Coolers Group: Sec. 7-35, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (14-02)
Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and at least one in any outdoor play area. Child care facilities with a licensed capacity of more than 50 children shall have one additional drinking fountain located either inside or outside the facility for each additional 50 children licensed capacity or any fraction thereof. Manual or electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the indoor drinking fountain requirements. Electrically powered commercial water coolers may be used to meet the outdoor drinking fountain requirements. Water coolers with a hot water feature are prohibited for use by children at child care facilities. The facility has an inadequate number of working indoor/outdoor drinking fountains. An additional [See below] indoor/outdoor fountain(s) is/are required. Comments: The playground water fountain was not working and needs to be functioning properly during operating hours. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 4dc69ff5-a112-4108-b425-e2bb838e6c3f)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 334/28/2025
33. Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (33-03)
3.9.2(F)(1), Handbook: Thermometers in refrigerators must show a reading of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below, and thermometers in freezers must show a reading of 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. A refrigerator was observed with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit and/or freezer was observed with a thermometer showing a temperature reading greater than 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Comments: A refrigerator was observed with a thermometer showing a temperature greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The thermometer showed a temperature of 56 degrees Fahrenheit. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 4dc69ff5-a112-4108-b425-e2bb838e6c3f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 374/28/2025
37. Health Examinations/Health Maintenance Group: Sec. 7-43, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (37-01)
Sec. 7-43(b), Ordinance: Within 15 days after enrollment, the child care facility must obtain for each child in care a current, complete, and properly executed Student Health Examination form DH 3040, which is incorporated by reference in Rule 65C-22.001(7)(q), Florida Administrative Code, and which may be obtained from the Florida Department of Health or from the parent, or a signed statement by authorized professionals indicating the results of the components of the Student Health Examination form are included in the health examination. The Student Health Examination or equivalent health statement was missing for children in care. Comments: A student file was missing the health examination form. Compliance Comments Technical assistance was provided regarding Distracted Drivers and Flu brochures. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 4dc69ff5-a112-4108-b425-e2bb838e6c3f)
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 474/28/2025
47. Fire and Emergency Safety Group: DCF Handbook (47-01)
3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety and Fire Prevention in Child Care Facilities. A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report completed by a certified fire inspector must be on file with the licensing authority. The facility has not been inspected and approved by the local fire department as required. Comments: The last fire inspection was conducted on 12/13/2024 and indicates violations. A passing fire inspection is still pending. The fire extinguishers were serviced in August 2024. Compliance Comments The last drill documented on the emergency drill log was on 4/14/2025. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-28. View official inspection document (report 4dc69ff5-a112-4108-b425-e2bb838e6c3f)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,121/month
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About this daycare
- Location: LAUDERDALE LAKES, BROWARD County
- Capacity: 39
- Type: Child Care Facility
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