Avocado Elementary

HOMESTEAD, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity65
HoursMon 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Tue 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Wed 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Thu 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Fri 1:50PM to 6:00PM
Est. price$973/mo

Contact information

Address16969 SW 294th St, Homestead FL, 33030

CityHOMESTEAD, FL 33030

CountyMIAMI-DADE

Phone3052474942

Operating details

HoursMon 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Tue 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Wed 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Thu 1:50PM to 6:00PM; Fri 1:50PM to 6:00PM

Capacity65

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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16969 SW 294th St, Homestead FL, 33030, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030

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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
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  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: 5/4/2026

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  • Medium-High5
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 235/4/2026

    23. (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: LS observed The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority TA 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. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-04. View official inspection document (report 2ab1c5d9-e8db-4ba6-b5e2-679bef9c6e0b)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 235/4/2026

    23. (23-06)

    During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [at the school.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: LS observed During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care. TA During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-04. View official inspection document (report 2ab1c5d9-e8db-4ba6-b5e2-679bef9c6e0b)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 232/26/2025

    23. (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: LS observed The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority TA 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. If the program is granted a fire inspection exemption by the local fire inspection office, the exemption must be documented and maintained on file at the program. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report b4601ebf-f8f1-423b-b481-7af682da2b38)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 232/26/2025

    23. (23-06)

    During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [at the school.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: LS observed During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care. TA During the facilitys license year, fire drills utilizing the alarm system, approved by the local fire authority, must be conducted monthly at various dates and times when children are in care FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report b4601ebf-f8f1-423b-b481-7af682da2b38)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 332/26/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 CCF Handbook, Section 4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (33-02)

    Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.3, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Training [SR] Comments: LS observed Child Care personnel, who were not in compliance with training requirements when they left the industry, did not complete required training and any new mandated training before returning to the industry. See supplemental. TA In the event an individual leaves the child care industry not in compliance with the training requirements and returns to the industry either at the same or a different child care facility, he or she must comply with the training requirements described in this section, as well as any new training requirements that may have been added during the gap in employment in the child care industry prior to re- employment. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS 34. Communicable Disease Control CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 CCF Handbook, Section 6.1 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 35. CPR Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 36. First Aid Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.4 and 6.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 37. Emergency Telephone Numbers CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 38. Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 CCF Handbook, Section 6.3 & 6.4 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Not Applicable Comments Per provider, prescription and nonprescription medication is not dispensed, and none was observed. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-26. View official inspection document (report b4601ebf-f8f1-423b-b481-7af682da2b38)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

5Total Violations
2Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$973/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: HOMESTEAD, MIAMI-DADE County
  • Capacity: 65
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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