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La Petite Academy #1

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(0)Yelp3.8(8)
Gold SealVPKSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation

On record in Florida.

14901 SW 127th Ave, Miami FL, 33186

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

Hours

On the state licence record

6:30AM to 6:30PM

Monday through Friday

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Ages and programs

Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by La Petite Academy #1 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
C11MD0484
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
150 children
Address
14901 SW 127th Ave, Miami FL, 33186
County
Miami-Dade County
Website
Not listed
License issued
September 18, 1986
License expires
September 17, 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.

2 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingAug '23

    Aug 29, 2023

    No violations were cited.

  2. FindingApr '24

    Apr 9, 2024

    Outdoor play area had hazards like litter and nails.

  3. FindingAug '24

    Aug 14, 2024

    No current fire safety inspection.

  4. FindingDec '24

    Dec 16, 2024

    No violations were cited.

  5. FindingMar '25

    Mar 14, 2025

    Child care personnel did not complete 40 hour Introductory Child Care Training.

  6. FindingApr '25

    Apr 21, 2025

    No violations were cited.

  7. CleanJan '26
  8. CleanApr '26

Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.

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

  • Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

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From Yelp

Recent parent reviews

The 3 most recent of 8 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.

  • Yelp

    All the staff are very friendly and helpful. They care for the kids and the kids all look happy. Facilities are always clean.

    Pauline C.May 5, 2026
  • Yelp

    muy grosera , estoy intentando inscribir a mi hijo , y la señora q contesta el teléfono en 2 ocasiones me ha colgado el teléfono y me dice q no me puede ayudar

    Liz Mariam S.Jul 14, 2025
  • Yelp

    Lo recomiendo a todos lo más importante es la seguridad la atención la maestra la Sra Sonia una maestra Expectacular Johana una joven amable y atenta la...

    Olga S.Feb 15, 2025

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Questions parents ask about La Petite Academy #1

Is La Petite Academy #1 a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. La Petite Academy #1 holds Florida DCF licence C11MD0484, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on September 18, 1986. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does La Petite Academy #1 offer free VPK?

Yes. La Petite Academy #1 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 La Petite Academy #1 a Gold Seal provider?

Yes. La Petite Academy #1 holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.

Does La Petite Academy #1 accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows La Petite Academy #1 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.

How many children can La Petite Academy #1 care for?

La Petite Academy #1 is licensed for up to 150 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has La Petite Academy #1 had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 19 inspections at La Petite Academy #1, 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.