Childs Park Recreation Center

ST PETERSBURG, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.1based on state inspection data
Capacity195
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address4301 13th Ave S, St Petersburg FL, 33711

CityST PETERSBURG, FL 33711

CountyPINELLAS

Phone7278937463

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity195

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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4301 13th Ave S, St Petersburg FL, 33711, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33711

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/6/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 114/6/2026

    11. (11-13)

    See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was on file but was incorrect or incomplete. [Attestation was signed incorrectly] Comments: Submit a corrected attestation for the staff member listed on the Personnel Record summary. Due: 4/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report 4eead00b-261a-4ce6-a4eb-8ae993c47423)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 114/6/2026

    11. (11-16)

    Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants job title, description of regular duties confirmation of employment dates and level of job performance. (Section 19.5, number 2) Comments: Submit a complete employment history for the staff listed on the Personnel Records summary. Due: 4/22/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report 4eead00b-261a-4ce6-a4eb-8ae993c47423)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 124/6/2026

    12. (12-03)

    See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who have not completed the 40 clock hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Comments: Completed at visit. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report 4eead00b-261a-4ce6-a4eb-8ae993c47423)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 174/6/2026

    17. (17-03)

    The attendance record was not with the staff and a group of [school age ] children located[outside during a fire drill]. Comments: Director will review the regulation with staff regarding attendance record and keeping it with them at all times children are in care. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report 4eead00b-261a-4ce6-a4eb-8ae993c47423)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 174/6/2026

    17. (17-06)

    Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [Staff did not document the transition at time of fire drill.]. Comments: Director will ensure all staff are aware of documenting transitions. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report 4eead00b-261a-4ce6-a4eb-8ae993c47423)

    Corrected at inspection
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 554/6/2026

    55. Isolation Area (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 13 Health Related Requirements, Pages 30-31) (55-07)

    The childrens center does not have documentation of all child care personnel on required annual refresher education of the childrens center exposure plan. Comments: Completed at visit SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII 56. Health Inspection(s) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 17.1 Food Preparation Area and Section 17.2 Food Storage, Pages 37-38) Compliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-06. View official inspection document (report 4eead00b-261a-4ce6-a4eb-8ae993c47423)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 1212/1/2025

    12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-07)

    See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who did not have documentation to show a start date in the introductory coursein child care within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Comments: Submit a DCF transcript to show the staff start date. Due: 12/15/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-12-01. View official inspection document (report 09c01a4c-005b-4ab4-bf09-5e78c5fc3d88)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

12Total Violations
6Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Florida by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ST PETERSBURG, PINELLAS County
  • Capacity: 195
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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