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LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 21 and 40. 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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- Enforcement actions: not checked
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On record in Florida.
7950 Taft St, Pembroke Pines FL, 33024
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 173 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Listed on Google
- Mon
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Tue
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Wed
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Thu
- 6:30 AM–6 PM
- Fri
- 6:30 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 PINES PREP 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
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C17BO0298
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 173 children
- Address
- 7950 Taft St, Pembroke Pines FL, 33024
- County
- Broward County
- Phone
- +19549664777
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- July 15, 2003
- License expires
- September 30, 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.
3 clean inspections · 4 with findings in the last 7
- CleanMar '23
- CleanAug '23
- CleanDec '23
FindingAug '24
Aug 23, 2024
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 [vehicle seats]… | 24-03: Sec. 7-5.03(i), Ordinance: All equipment must be installed safely and maintained in a safe condition. All play equipment shall be of substantial construction and free from rough edges, sharp corners, … | 35-13: 3.9.1(A)(7), Handbook: The food preparation area must include a separate handwashing station with hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. The handwashing station must include a sink wi…
FindingApr '25
Apr 17, 2025
14-02: Sec. 7-35(c)(2), Ordinance: Any child care facility with a licensed capacity of 50 children or fewer shall install a minimum of two drinking fountains, including at least one inside the facility and a…
FindingAug '25
Aug 20, 2025
43-01: Sec. 7-45(b)(2), Ordinance: All trash, debris, and dirt must be removed from the vehicles daily. All seats, safety restraint devices, and fixtures must be maintained free of rips and tears and in good…
FindingApr '26
Apr 7, 2026
45-03: Sec. 7-11.06, Ordinance: Whenever a licensed child care facility is sold or the ownership is changed, the new or prospective owner or designated representative of the prospective owner shall make appl…
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)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
How the reviews split
The 4.6 average comes from 9 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.
- 5 star8
- 4 star0
- 3 star0
- 2 star0
- 1 star1
Questions parents ask about PINES PREP ACADEMY
Is PINES PREP ACADEMY a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. PINES PREP ACADEMY holds Florida DCF licence C17BO0298, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 15, 2003. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does PINES PREP ACADEMY offer free VPK?
- Yes. PINES PREP 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 PINES PREP ACADEMY a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. PINES PREP ACADEMY holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does PINES PREP ACADEMY accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows PINES PREP 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 PINES PREP ACADEMY's hours?
- Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 6:30 AM–6 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.
How many children can PINES PREP ACADEMY care for?
- PINES PREP ACADEMY is licensed for up to 173 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has PINES PREP ACADEMY had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 13 inspections at PINES PREP ACADEMY, 4 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.
