1 / 4BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC.
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 5 and 17. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
- No state enforcement-action feed is available yet, so this score cannot confirm or rule out enforcement history.
4 findings on file carry no severity classification and were scored at the moderate middle weight.
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On record in Florida.
5812 Taft St, Hollywood FL, 33021
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 8:00PM
- Licensed for
- 49 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 8:00PM
Monday through Sunday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Sat
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- 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 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 BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. 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
- Night Care
- Transportation
- Weekend Care
The public record
- License number
- C17BO0127
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 49 children
- Address
- 5812 Taft St, Hollywood FL, 33021
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- +19549812222
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- April 24, 2013
- License expires
- January 20, 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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingOct '24
Oct 1, 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…
FindingDec '24
Dec 3, 2024
47-01: 3.8.2 (A), Handbook: Unless statutorily exempted, all child care facilities must conform to state standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal, Chapter 69A-36, F.A.C., Uniform Standards for Life Safety…
FindingFeb '25
Feb 5, 2025
20-04: 3.6.4(A), Handbook: Cribs or playpens/play yards used for infants must have tight fitted sheets and no excess bedding, which includes but is not limited to: bumper pads, hanging mobiles, quilts, comfo… | 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. [Two juice boxes, a bottle of perfume, and dis… | 39-06: 6.5(G), Handbook: If medication is stored in the food preparation area, it must be stored in a manner to prevent contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or medication. Medication stored in the f… | 44-02: 2.5.1(B), Handbook: The driver of any vehicle used by a child care program to provide transportation must have an annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. The driver(s) did …
FindingAug '25
Aug 25, 2025
07-05: Sec. 7-33(e), Ordinance: Direct supervision means watching and directing the childrens activities within close proximity within the same room inside or within a designated outdoor play area and respon… | 41-02: 2.4.1(G), Handbook: In addition to the number of child care personnel required to meet the staff-to child ratio, one additional adult must attend field trips away from the child care facility to help … | 41-05: 2.7(G), Handbook: Documentation of parental permission for field trips must be on file and maintained for at least 12 months from the date of the field trip. Permission forms were not maintained. Chil… | 42-01: Sec. 7-44(b), Ordinance: A child care facility shall not release a child to any person(s) other than the person(s) authorized by the parent and listed on the Child Care Enrollment Information Card or …
FindingOct '25
Oct 14, 2025
50-01: 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…
FindingOct '25
Oct 27, 2025
50-01: 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…
FindingNov '25
Nov 13, 2025
07-02: Sec. 7-33(c)(2), Ordinance: In groups where children of varying ages are combined, the staff-to-children ratio shall be based on the youngest child in the group. In groups where children of varying ag… | 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,… | 50-01: 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…
FindingFeb '26
Feb 26, 2026
33-08: 3.9.3(E)(1), Handbook: A log must be maintained for all prepared meals being transported into the facility. The log must be retained for a minimum of 12 months. The log must include the delivery date,…
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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 42 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star26
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star16
Questions parents ask about BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC.
Is BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0127, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on April 24, 2013. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. offer free VPK?
- Yes. BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. 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 BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. 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 BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC.'s hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. care for?
- BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. is licensed for up to 49 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC. had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 28 inspections at BENJAMIN ACADEMY, INC., 14 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.
