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The Carter Academy

Licensed
38Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 38 and 59. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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  • Accreditation
  • Profile details
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5.0(18)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
Gold SealVPKHead StartSchool Readiness
Center-basedAccredited · Green Apple Accreditation of Children Services

On record in Florida.

10200 NW 22nd Ave, Miami FL, 33147

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 5:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–5 PM
Tue
7 AM–5 PM
Wed
7 AM–5 PM
Thu
7 AM–5 PM
Fri
7 AM–5 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 The Carter 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
  • Drop In
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C11MD2177
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
58 children
Address
10200 NW 22nd Ave, Miami FL, 33147
County
Miami-Dade County
Website
Not listed
License issued
June 11, 2012
License expires
June 10, 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.

7 clean inspections · 1 with finding in the last 8

  1. CleanMay '23
  2. CleanOct '23
  3. FindingFeb '24

    Feb 6, 2024

    Expired immunization forms were found.

  4. CleanFeb '25
  5. CleanJun '25
  6. CleanSep '25
  7. CleanJan '26
  8. CleanMay '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)
  • Programs: Head Start participant
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

How the reviews split

The 5.0 average comes from 18 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star18
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star0

Questions parents ask about The Carter Academy

Is The Carter Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. The Carter Academy holds Florida DCF licence C11MD2177, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on June 11, 2012. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does The Carter Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. The Carter 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.

Is The Carter Academy a Gold Seal provider?

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

Does The Carter Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows The Carter 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 The Carter Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can The Carter Academy care for?

The Carter Academy is licensed for up to 58 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has The Carter Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at The Carter Academy, 1 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.