DAISY'S ACADEMY, INC

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity59
HoursMon 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Sat 6:30AM to 7:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address2500 NW 14th St, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33311

CityFORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311

CountyBROWARD

Phone9545819992

Operating details

HoursMon 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 7:00PM; Sat 6:30AM to 7:00PM

Capacity59

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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2500 NW 14th St, 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. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/29/2026

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  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 024/29/2026

    02. Education Requirements Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (02-04)

    Sec. 7-30(c), Ordinance: All staff members of child care facilities must have a high school diploma or the equivalent. A high school diploma or equivalent was not on file for all staff members. Comments: Two staff members did not have proof of education on file. Due: 5/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 14e2e9d5-de46-4bba-ace9-1703047fb53e)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 034/29/2026

    03. Personnel Training Group: Sec. 7-30, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (03-05)

    Sec 7-30(a)(3), Ordinance: All child care personnel who provide care to infants at child care facilities shall, prior to caring for such infants, successfully complete the most current training course approved by the local licensing agency relating to providing an infant safe sleep environment, as identified on the local licensing agencys website. The owner of a child care facility must ensure that all such child care personnel are in compliance with the training requirements of this section, and that such training is renewed every 2 years, in the same manner as provided for the initial training. Successful completion of the required training must be evidenced by a certificate, or any equivalent documentation, issued by the applicable training organization in the name of the individual who completed the course and indicating the date the course was completed. Documentation evidencing compliance with the training requirements under this section shall be included in the individual's personnel file maintained at the child care facility. Child care personnel working with infants did not have the required training. Comments: One staff member who provides care to infant did not have the required Safe Sleep training. Due: 5/20/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 14e2e9d5-de46-4bba-ace9-1703047fb53e)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 074/29/2026

    07. (07-01)

    Sec. 402.305(4)(a), Florida Statutes: Minimum standards for the care of children in a licensed child care facility as established by rule of the department must include: 1. For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children. 3. For children 2 years of age or older, but under 3 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 11 children. 4. For children 3 years of age or older, but under 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. 5. For children 4 years of age or older, but under 5 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 20 children. 6. For children 5 years of age or older, there must be one child care personnel for every 25 children. A ratio of [see below] child care personnel for [see below] children is required. A ratio of [see below ] child care personnel for [see below ] children was observed. Ratios/Discipline [SR] Comments: The 1-year-old classroom was observed to be out of ratio. A ratio of 1 childcare staff member to 7 children was noted during the inspection. However, 2 childcare staff members were required for the 7 children in care. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 14e2e9d5-de46-4bba-ace9-1703047fb53e)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 204/29/2026

    20. Crib Requirements/Bedding Group: Sec. 7-38, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (20-02)

    3.6.1(I) and 3.6.3, Handbook: Children up to one year of age must be in a crib or playpen/play yard with sides for napping. No double or multi-deck cribs, cots, or beds may be used. 7-38(b)(6), Ordinance: Only one infant at a time shall be in any crib or play yard for napping or sleeping. The facility did not have enough cribs or playpens with sides for the number of infants in care. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: There were not enough cribs for all children in care in the infant room. There was a total of 5 children present, and 5 cribs in the room, however, one crib was not available because it was missing a wheel and was not stable. Due: 4/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 14e2e9d5-de46-4bba-ace9-1703047fb53e)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 204/29/2026

    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. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] Comments: Three crib sheets were observed to be too loose. The cribs must have tight fitted sheets with no excess bedding. Technical assistance was provided regarding crib bedding. Due: 4/29/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 14e2e9d5-de46-4bba-ace9-1703047fb53e)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 334/29/2026

    33. Food Protection and Service Group: Sec. 7-42, Ordinance and DCF Handbook (33-08)

    3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date, time of arrival, quantity and types of food, verification by the recipient of adequate temperatures of food, and the name and signature of the recipient. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility shall not accept food that is not at the appropriate holding temperature. The facility failed to maintain a food acceptance log to verify that food was delivered at the correct temperature or did not maintain logs for 12 months. Food Service/Nutrition [SR] Comments: The food acceptance log was not completed for the food delivered on the date of this inspection and was also missing for April 3rd and 4th, 2026. Food acceptance log must be completed every day and retained for no less than12 months. Due: 5/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-29. View official inspection document (report 14e2e9d5-de46-4bba-ace9-1703047fb53e)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

6Total Violations
6Recent 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: FORT LAUDERDALE, BROWARD County
  • Capacity: 59
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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