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Pembroke Pines Children's Academy

Licensed
28Elevated Risk

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3 findings on file carry no severity classification and were scored at the moderate middle weight.

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4.1(9)Yelp(0)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool Readiness
Center-based

On record in Florida.

1627 Poinciana Dr, Pembroke Pines FL, 33025

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

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM 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

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 Pembroke Pines 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
  • Food Served
  • Full Day
  • Half Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C17BO0856
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
141 children
Address
1627 Poinciana Dr, Pembroke Pines FL, 33025
County
Broward County
Website
Not listed
License issued
August 23, 2021
License expires
June 30, 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.

2 clean inspections · 6 with findings in the last 8

  1. FindingMay '24

    May 15, 2024

    05-01: Sec. 7-4.05(b), Ordinance: Prior to the first day of being employed by a child care facility, all child care personnel, excluding temporary substitutes, shall have on file at the child care facility a… | 11-13: 3.1(A), Handbook: All child care facilities must be in good repair, free from health and safety hazards. Areas of the facility were found to be in need of repair in the following areas [see comments b…

  2. FindingMar '25

    Mar 12, 2025

    02-01: 4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications. Comme…

  3. FindingApr '25

    Apr 28, 2025

    03-02: 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Trainin… | 03-03: 4.2.2, Handbook: Pursuant to Section 402.305(2)(d)5., F.S., all child care personnel must complete a single course of training in early literacy and language development of children ages birth through… | 03-13: Child care personnel, who were not in compliance with preservice training requirements when they left a School Readiness provider, did not complete required training and any new mandated training prio…

  4. FindingMay '25

    May 30, 2025

    03-02: 4.1, Handbook: Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must successfully complete the departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Trainin…

  5. FindingSep '25

    Sep 22, 2025

    03-07: 4.2.7 and 4.2.7(D), Handbook: Upon successful completion of the 40-hour introductory training requirements, child care personnel must complete a minimum of 10 clock-hours or one CEU of in-service trai…

  6. FindingNov '25

    Nov 6, 2025

    02-01: 4.7, Handbook: Section 402.305(2)(f), F.S., requires a child care facility to have a credentialed director. The facility has no director or the director does not meet the minimum qualifications. Comme…

  7. CleanJan '26
  8. CleanMay '26

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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.

How the reviews split

The 4.1 average comes from 9 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star7
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star2

Questions parents ask about Pembroke Pines Children's Academy

Is Pembroke Pines Children's Academy a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Pembroke Pines Children's Academy holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0856, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on August 23, 2021. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Pembroke Pines Children's Academy offer free VPK?

Yes. Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines Children's Academy accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines Children's Academy care for?

Pembroke Pines Children's Academy is licensed for up to 141 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Pembroke Pines Children's Academy had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 17 inspections at Pembroke Pines Children's Academy, 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.