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True North Early Learning Academy

Licensed
4Elevated Risk

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Gold SealVPK
Center-basedAccredited · Cognia (FKA AdvanceED)

On record in Florida.

8445 Sunset Dr, Miami FL, 33143

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 5:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
7 AM–5:30 PM
Tue
7 AM–5:30 PM
Wed
7 AM–5:30 PM
Thu
7 AM–5:30 PM
Fri
7 AM–5:30 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 True North Early Learning 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
  • Full Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C11MD2677
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
155 children
Address
8445 Sunset Dr, Miami FL, 33143
County
Miami-Dade County
Website
Not listed
License issued
July 30, 2018
License expires
July 29, 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.

5 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingMar '23

    Mar 7, 2023

    33-09: The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ the use of fire extinguishers]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 … | 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 Comments A…

  2. FindingNov '24

    Nov 25, 2024

    Room capacity not posted in each room.

  3. CleanMar '25
  4. CleanJun '25
  5. CleanOct '25
  6. CleanFeb '26
  7. CleanJun '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)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

Questions parents ask about True North Early Learning Academy

Is True North Early Learning Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. True North Early Learning Academy holds Florida DCF licence C11MD2677, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 30, 2018. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does True North Early Learning Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. True North Early Learning 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 True North Early Learning Academy a Gold Seal provider?

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

What are True North Early Learning Academy's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 7 AM–5:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can True North Early Learning Academy care for?

True North Early Learning Academy is licensed for up to 155 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has True North Early Learning Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 12 inspections at True North Early Learning Academy, 2 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.