1 / 8Montessori Children's Academy
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 12 and 27. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
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On record in Florida.
9400 SW 16th St, Miami FL, 33165
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 8:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 95 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
8:00AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
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
From the business
- Identifies as Latino-owned
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Onsite services
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Planning
- Appointment required
Parking
- Free parking garage
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
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 Montessori Children's 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
- Before School
- Full Day
- Half Day
The public record
- License number
- C11MD0464
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 95 children
- Address
- 9400 SW 16th St, Miami FL, 33165
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- Phone
- +13052253070
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- October 2, 2015
- License expires
- October 1, 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.
0 clean inspections · 8 with findings in the last 8
FindingJun '23
Jun 1, 2023
Fire drills and training requirements were not met.
FindingSep '23
Sep 20, 2023
No violations were cited.
FindingJan '24
Jan 22, 2024
Fire drills were not conducted monthly.
FindingMay '24
May 31, 2024
Facility not in good repair, missing outlet covers, and hazardous materials accessible to children.
FindingJun '24
Jun 19, 2024
Insufficient staff-to-child ratio
FindingSep '25
Sep 15, 2025
No monthly fire drills were conducted in August 2025.
FindingJan '26
Jan 14, 2026
Expired fire safety inspection.
FindingMay '26
May 21, 2026
Facility was dirty, fire drills not conducted monthly.
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
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 10 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
The school has definitely gone through a wonderful transformation and is continuing to grow beautifully. They have a ton of outdoor activities which is why...
Paulinne N.Mar 12, 2026 - Yelp
As a parent who attended this school pre and post new director, I will gladly say the changes have been absolutely amazing. New director Barbara has...
Leana R.Dec 9, 2025 - Yelp
I left a review on Google, and now I'm leaving one here as well because this school truly deserves the recognition. As a mom with two toddlers who have...
Alejandra R.Jul 29, 2025
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How the reviews split
The 4.8 average comes from 38 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star35
- 4 star1
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star2
Questions parents ask about Montessori Children's Academy
Is Montessori Children's Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. Montessori Children's Academy holds Florida DCF licence C11MD0464, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on October 2, 2015. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does Montessori Children's Academy offer free VPK?
- Yes. Montessori Children's 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 Montessori Children's Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows Montessori Children's 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 Montessori Children's Academy'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 Montessori Children's Academy care for?
- Montessori Children's Academy is licensed for up to 95 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has Montessori Children's Academy had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 18 inspections at Montessori Children's Academy, 8 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.
