Lake Vista Recreation Center

ST PETERSBURG, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

3.4based on state inspection data
Capacity250
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

Address1401 62nd Ave S, St Petersburg FL, 33705

CityST PETERSBURG, FL 33705

CountyPINELLAS

Phone7278937744

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

Capacity250

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

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

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Location

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1401 62nd Ave S, St Petersburg FL, 33705, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/27/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 115/27/2026

    11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (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. Comments: Submit completed employment history for the staff listed on the Personnel Summary form. Due: 6/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report 80a41f2c-2994-4496-ae22-43c4eaa87d55)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 125/27/2026

    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 DCF transcript for clock hour start date for the staff listed on the Personnel Summary form. Due: 6/10/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report 80a41f2c-2994-4496-ae22-43c4eaa87d55)

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 755/27/2026

    75. Annual Inspection: VIII.E. (75-01)

    A vehicle(s) used to transport children did not have an annual inspection by a mechanic to ensure it was in proper working order. Comments: Submit current vehicle inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-05-27. View official inspection document (report 80a41f2c-2994-4496-ae22-43c4eaa87d55)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 122/26/2026

    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: One staff started her 40 clock hours late. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-26. View official inspection document (report 07de7635-5204-4531-ad63-958456906987)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 176/13/2025

    17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-01)

    Staff did not record complete and accurate attendance records to included childs first and last name time in and out and date. [Group 3 had 19 children marked in but 20 children were present. ]. Comments: The attendance was fixed during the visit. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-13. View official inspection document (report c4576661-294e-434e-86c4-1a2480d70131)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

6Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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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: 250
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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