Lake Vista Recreation Center
ST PETERSBURG, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address1401 62nd Ave S, St 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
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/27/2026
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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
- 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.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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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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