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The Montessori Garden

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VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

8250 Bird Rd, Miami FL, 33155

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:30AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
51 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

7:30AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7:30 AM–6 PM
Tue
7:30 AM–6 PM
Wed
7:30 AM–6 PM
Thu
7:30 AM–6 PM
Fri
7:30 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 The Montessori Garden 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

  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C11MD2087
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
51 children
Address
8250 Bird Rd, Miami FL, 33155
County
Miami-Dade County
Website
Not listed
License issued
November 17, 2011
License expires
November 16, 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.

4 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingJul '23

    Jul 11, 2023

    No health statements on file for some children.

  2. FindingFeb '24

    Feb 28, 2024

    Incomplete fire drill records

  3. FindingMar '24

    Mar 28, 2024

    Incomplete fire drill records

  4. CleanMar '25
  5. CleanJul '25
  6. CleanNov '25
  7. CleanMar '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

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

Questions parents ask about The Montessori Garden

Is The Montessori Garden a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. The Montessori Garden holds Florida DCF licence C11MD2087, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on November 17, 2011. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does The Montessori Garden offer free VPK?

Yes. The Montessori Garden 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 The Montessori Garden accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows The Montessori Garden 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 Montessori Garden's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can The Montessori Garden care for?

The Montessori Garden is licensed for up to 51 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has The Montessori Garden had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at The Montessori Garden, 3 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.