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Palm Springs Learning Academy

Licensed
36Elevated Risk

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4.1(8)Yelp(0)
VPKSchool ReadinessFaith-based
Center-based

On record in Florida.

5700 W 12th Ave, Hialeah FL, 33012

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

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–6 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

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

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 Palm Springs Learning Academy 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
  • Full Day
  • Half Day

The public record

License number
C11MD1545
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
53 children
Address
5700 W 12th Ave, Hialeah FL, 33012
County
Miami-Dade County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 7, 2007
License expires
August 6, 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.

4 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 8

  1. CleanJul '23
  2. CleanNov '23
  3. FindingMar '24

    Mar 14, 2024

    23-01: The facility did not have documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments Fire inspection expired: (fees pe… | 44-01: Personnel records or copies of records were not being maintained at the facility and available for review by the licensing authority. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Record Keeping [SR] Comments Staff files…

  4. FindingJun '24

    Jun 24, 2024

    19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 10.4, number 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments TA: A minimum of 18 inches…

  5. FindingOct '24

    Oct 29, 2024

    21-09: The facility serving children had neither a portable nor a permanent bath facility available for bathing children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, G Physical Environment [SR] Comments TA: Every facility mu… | 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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments Fire inspection dated: (in…

  6. FindingOct '25

    Oct 23, 2025

    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 Physical Environment [SR] Comments Last fire drill was conduc… | 33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 …

  7. CleanFeb '26
  8. CleanJun '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.

How the reviews split

The 4.1 average comes from 8 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star6
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star1
  • 1 star1

Questions parents ask about Palm Springs Learning Academy

Is Palm Springs Learning Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Palm Springs Learning Academy holds Florida DCF licence C11MD1545, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 7, 2007. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Palm Springs Learning Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. Palm Springs Learning Academy 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 Palm Springs Learning Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Palm Springs Learning Academy 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 Palm Springs Learning Academy'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 Palm Springs Learning Academy care for?

Palm Springs Learning Academy is licensed for up to 53 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Palm Springs Learning Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 15 inspections at Palm Springs Learning Academy, 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.