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THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL

Licensed
20Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 20 and 39. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.

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5.0(5)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

5761 Coral Ridge Dr, Coral Springs FL, 33076

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:30 AM–6 PM
Licensed for
121 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

Monday
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Tuesday
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Wednesday
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Thursday
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Friday
8:00AM to 3:00PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Listed on Google

Mon
7:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
7:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
7:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
7:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
7:30 AM–5 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Licensed to serve

  • 6 wks – 5 yrs

Programs on record

  • After School
  • Before School
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C17BO0421
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
121 children
Address
5761 Coral Ridge Dr, Coral Springs FL, 33076
County
Broward County
Website
Not listed
License issued
September 3, 2015
License expires
June 30, 2027

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

Verified Credentials

  • Level 2 Background Checks
  • CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
  • Secure Entry System
  • Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)

Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.

Inspection record

Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.

3 clean inspections · 5 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingFeb '23

    Feb 1, 2023

    02-06: Sec. 7-4.01(k)(8)(a-c), Ordinance: All child care personnel shall be a high school graduate or equivalent.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of any staff whose proof of education wa… | 12-05: Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Medicines, cleaning supplies, flammables, and other potentially poisonous supplies shall be stored and locked in a place out of a child's reach and in such a manner as to ens… | 27-02: Sec. 7-5.05(g)(1), Ordinance: When children in diapers are in care, there shall be a diaper changing surface with an impermeable surface that shall be replaced and/or cleaned with a sanitizing solutio… | 39-03: 7.1, Handbook:The child care facility is responsible for obtaining for each child in care a current, complete and properly executed Florida Certificate of Immunization form Part A-1, B, or C, DH 680, … | 49-01: Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current

  2. FindingOct '23

    Oct 2, 2023

    01-16: 7.4(C), Handbook: CF-FSP Form 5337, Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements must be signed annually by all child care personnel. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for name(s) of staff with miss… | 02-06: Sec. 7-4.01(k)(8)(a-c), Ordinance: All child care personnel shall be a high school graduate or equivalent.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of any staff whose proof of education wa… | 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. Trainin… | 03-04: 4.2.2, Handbook: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(d)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through… | 03-05: 4.2.3, Handbook: All child care personnel, includ

  3. FindingDec '23

    Dec 26, 2023

    02-07: 1.2, Handbook: If a high school diploma is earned outside the U.S., it must be translated and evaluated by someone who is a member of the American Translators Association, a credential evaluation agen… | 03-02: 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry.See the Supplemental Inspection… | 12-05: Sec. 7-5.01(f), Ordinance:Medicines, cleaning supplies, flammables, and other potentially poisonous supplies shall be stored and locked in a place out of a child's reach and in such a manner as to ens… | 49-02: 4.2.5, Handbook:All staff shall be trained in the use and operation of a fire extinguisher within 30 days of employment. See Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of staff without the required…

  4. FindingSep '24

    Sep 16, 2024

    02-06: Sec. 7-4.01(k)(8)(a-c), Ordinance: All child care personnel shall be a high school graduate or equivalent.See the Supplemental Inspection Sheet for the name(s) of any staff whose proof of education wa… | 22-15: 3.6.4(B), Handbook: All programs must have a written policy and procedure to identify and prevent shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. There was no policy on file. Indoor/Outdoor Space [SR] C…

  5. CleanJan '25
  6. CleanMay '25
  7. CleanSep '25
  8. FindingMay '26

    May 19, 2026

    03-01: 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. The facility did not have docu… | 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…

Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.

What the record says

Provider highlights

Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.

Signals of care

Strengths

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 5.0 average comes from 5 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

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Questions parents ask about THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL

Is THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0421, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 3, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL offer free VPK?

Yes. THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.

Does THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.

What are THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL care for?

THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL is licensed for up to 121 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 18 inspections at THE CHAI CENTER PRESCHOOL, 5 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.