1 / 4Play ABC Academy, LLC
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On record in Florida.
12807 SW 280th St, Homestead FL, 33032
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:00AM to 7:00PM
- Licensed for
- 80 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:00AM to 7:00PM
Monday through Sunday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 7 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 7 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
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 Play ABC Academy, LLC 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
- Weekend Care
The public record
- License number
- C11MD2572
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 80 children
- Address
- 12807 SW 280th St, Homestead FL, 33032
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- +17862593384
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- August 31, 2017
- License expires
- August 30, 2026
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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
- CleanDec '23
- CleanMay '24
- CleanAug '24
- CleanDec '24
FindingAug '25
Aug 20, 2025
44-04: The personnel/ volunteer (ten hours or more per month) record did not include a CF-FSP 5337 Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements form signed annually. CCF Handbook, Section 7.4, C (Section 2… | 46-02: Attendance records did not include the time of each childs arrival and departure. CCF Handbook, Section 7.5 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments Licensing Specialist ob…
FindingNov '25
Nov 17, 2025
19-02: A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments Licensing S… | 20-02: The facility did not have an adequate number of cribs, portable cribs or playpens with sides for the number of children up to one- year old in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.3 (Section 2.1 Health and… | 30-07: Items unrelated to diaper changing were stored in the diaper changing area or placed on the diaper changing table/surface. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, G (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanit… | 43-02: The facility did not have a fully-completed enrollment form (CF-FSP Form 5219) or equivalent form for the child(ren) in care. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record K… | 45-02: Documentation of Level 2 Clearinghouse screening
FindingApr '26
Apr 21, 2026
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [12] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [12] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments infants 1(4… | 04-20: A child was released to an individual known by the child and/or the childs custodial parent/legal guardian in a manner not authorized in writing by the custodial parent(s) or legal guardian(s). CCF Ha…
FindingApr '26
Apr 22, 2026
05-04: The facility's transportation log did not include [1.Each childs name, 2.The date and time of departure, 3. Time of arrival at the destination, 4. The signature of the driver, and 5. The signature of …
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What the record says
Provider highlights
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Signals of care
Strengths
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.3 average comes from 44 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star36
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star8
Questions parents ask about Play ABC Academy, LLC
Is Play ABC Academy, LLC a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Play ABC Academy, LLC holds Florida DCF licence C11MD2572, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 31, 2017. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Play ABC Academy, LLC offer free VPK?
- Yes. Play ABC Academy, LLC 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.
Is Play ABC Academy, LLC a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. Play ABC Academy, LLC holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does Play ABC Academy, LLC accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Play ABC Academy, LLC 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 Play ABC Academy, LLC's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can Play ABC Academy, LLC care for?
- Play ABC Academy, LLC is licensed for up to 80 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Play ABC Academy, LLC had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at Play ABC Academy, LLC, 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.
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