1 / 5Miami Lakes Preschool
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Verified evidence places this provider between 23 and 40. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
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- Accreditation
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- Staff qualifications: not checked
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On record in Florida.
18600 NW 87th Ave Unit 111, Hialeah FL, 33015
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:30PM
- Licensed for
- 199 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6:30 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 Miami Lakes 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C11MD2877
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 199 children
- Address
- 18600 NW 87th Ave Unit 111, Hialeah FL, 33015
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- +13052005437
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- February 14, 2019
- License expires
- February 13, 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.
2 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 8
- CleanJun '23
- CleanOct '23
FindingJan '24
Jan 19, 2024
23-11: All adults and children failed to evacuate the facility when the approved fire alarm system was activated. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, B (Section 14.3, number 2) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Al… | 23-12: Child care personnel failed to possess a current attendance record and parent contact information during a fire drill, emergency preparedness drill or an actual emergency. CCF Handbook Section 3.8.4, … | 43-10: The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child an…
FindingMay '24
May 15, 2024
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments FSC observed blankets were on cots while being stored. Provider resolv…
FindingSep '24
Sep 10, 2024
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H Physical Environment [SR] Comments FSC observed the VPK class bedding and/or linens were not stored in a …
FindingJan '25
Jan 21, 2025
18-12: Bedding and/or linens were not stored in a sanitary manner. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.1, G & H (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments FSC observed the VPK class bed…
FindingMay '25
May 14, 2025
12-02: An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments FSC observed that the wall in the two-year-old classroom need to be re… | 41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 Record Keeping [SR] Comments FSC observed student had expired immun…
FindingJan '26
Jan 30, 2026
41-02: The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comment… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety…
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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.
How the reviews split
The 3.5 average comes from 44 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star26
- 4 star1
- 3 star1
- 2 star2
- 1 star14
Questions parents ask about Miami Lakes Preschool
Is Miami Lakes Preschool a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Miami Lakes Preschool holds Florida DCF licence C11MD2877, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on February 14, 2019. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Miami Lakes Preschool offer free VPK?
- Yes. Miami Lakes 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 Miami Lakes Preschool accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Miami Lakes 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 Miami Lakes Preschool's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Miami Lakes Preschool care for?
- Miami Lakes Preschool is licensed for up to 199 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Miami Lakes Preschool had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at Miami Lakes Preschool, 6 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.
