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LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL

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18Elevated Risk

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

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4.4(19)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · Florida Coalition of Christian Private Schools Accreditation, Inc.

On record in Florida.

4233 Griffin Rd, Davie FL, 33314

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 5:30PM
Licensed for
136 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 5:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
8 AM–3:30 PM
Tue
8 AM–3:30 PM
Wed
8 AM–3:30 PM
Thu
8 AM–3:30 PM
Fri
8 AM–3:30 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 LEARN AND SMILE 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
  • Transportation

The public record

License number
C17BO0380
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
136 children
Address
4233 Griffin Rd, Davie FL, 33314
County
Broward County
Website
Not listed
License issued
September 20, 2006
License expires
September 30, 2026

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. FindingApr '23

    Apr 25, 2023

    02-09: 4.6.1(B), Handbook: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care staff member who meets the staff credential requirement.There were not enough credentialed staff present. Comm… | 24-03: Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, …

  2. FindingAug '23

    Aug 28, 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… | 02-09: 4.6.1(B), Handbook: For every 20 children, a child care facility must have one child care staff member who meets the staff credential requirement.There were not enough credentialed staff present. Staf… | 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…

  3. CleanMay '24
  4. CleanAug '24
  5. CleanDec '24
  6. FindingMar '25

    Mar 31, 2025

    02-04: Sec. 7-30(b), 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. Commen… | 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 stat…

  7. FindingDec '25

    Dec 9, 2025

    25-09: 3.10.2(G), Handbook: Items unrelated to diaper changing shall not be stored in the diaper changing area nor shall be placed on the diaper changing table. [see details below] was observed being stored … | 50-02: Sec. 7-44(f), Ordinance: The childs arrival and departure must be recorded by child care personnel at the time the child enters and departs the child care facility. The attendance sheet/class roster m…

  8. FindingApr '26

    Apr 14, 2026

    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 stat… | 20-08: Sec. 7-38(b)(2), Ordinance: Mobiles hanging above cribs or play yards are prohibited when infants are napping or sleeping in the crib or play yard; and no items shall be contained inside, attached to,…

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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

  • Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 4.4 average comes from 19 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star16
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star3

Questions parents ask about LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL

Is LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0380, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 20, 2006. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Is LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows LEARN AND SMILE 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 LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 8 AM–3:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL care for?

LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL is licensed for up to 136 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has LEARN AND SMILE PRESCHOOL had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 14 inspections at LEARN AND SMILE 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.