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SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

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39Elevated Risk

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2 findings on file carry no severity classification and were scored at the moderate middle weight.

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VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

1144 NW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33311

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–5:30 PM
Tue
7 AM–5:30 PM
Wed
7 AM–5:30 PM
Thu
7 AM–5:30 PM
Fri
7 AM–5:30 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 SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE 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
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Transportation

The public record

License number
C17BO0035
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
72 children
Address
1144 NW 31st Ave, Fort Lauderdale FL, 33311
County
Broward County
Website
Not listed
License issued
July 22, 2002
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.

1 clean inspection · 4 with findings in the last 5

  1. FindingApr '23

    Apr 6, 2023

    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… | 52-02: 7.5(B), Handbook: Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program.The custodial pare…

  2. FindingApr '23

    Apr 18, 2023

    23-12: 3.5.1(D), Handbook: The outdoor play area must have adequate fencing or walls a minimum of 4 feet in height. Fencing, including gates, must be continuous and must not have gaps or opening larger than … | 52-02: 7.5(B), Handbook: Daily attendance of children must be taken and recorded accurately by the child care personnel, documenting the time when each child enters and departs the program.The custodial pare…

  3. FindingAug '24

    Aug 6, 2024

    49-01: Sec. 7-5.08(b), Ordinance: A copy of the current and approved annual fire inspection report indicating compliance by a certified fire inspector shall be on file with the licensing agency and must be c…

  4. FindingAug '25

    Aug 26, 2025

    03-06: 4.2.7(B), Handbook: Documentation of the in-service training requirement must be recorded on CF-FSP Form 5268, Child Care In- Service Training Record and included in the child care facilitys personnel… | 07-04: Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: There shall be at least one child care staff member providing direct supervision at all times when one or more children are present. At no time shall any children be left alon… | 25-01: 3.10.2(E), Handbook: When children in diapers are in care, there must be a diaper changing area with an impermeable surface that is cleaned and sanitized or disinfected after each use. Diaper changing… | 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…

  5. CleanApr '26

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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

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

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

Questions parents ask about SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

Is SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0035, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 22, 2002. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE offer free VPK?

Yes. SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE 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 SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE 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 SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE care for?

SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE is licensed for up to 72 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE, 4 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.