Magnolia Dayschool of South St. Pete

ST PETERSBURG, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity159
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

Address2701 54th Ave S, St Petersburg FL, 33712

CityST PETERSBURG, FL 33712

CountyPINELLAS

Phone7278652273

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

Capacity159

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low4
  • Low0

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2701 54th Ave S, St Petersburg FL, 33712, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33712

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/3/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 122/3/2026

    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: One staff had not completed the 40 clock hours. The staff is sign up for the test on 2-14-26 Compliance Comments The center has 12 staff with CDA's. Due: 2/17/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-02-03. View official inspection document (report e018a5fe-a173-4cb5-9125-17680855bbca)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 8010/20/2025

    80. Formula (80-01)

    Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Comments: In room 6 and room 9 there were bottles/sippy cups that were not labeled. The director stated she will check all rooms for labels after all the children arrive. The labels were placed during the visit. APPLICATION, FEE, LICENSE X Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 37e481a5-ac79-419f-93a5-948a88f0d94b)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 167/14/2025

    16. Childrens Records (16-11)

    See Childrens Records Summary for [3] records with the Florida Certificate of Immunization that was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) an applicable part of the record was not complete it did not include the signature of the physician or it did not include the date the form was issued by the physician. Comments: There were 3 children with expired immunization records. Due: 7/28/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-14. View official inspection document (report 7cad0212-8bdc-4734-be8f-36f53e395f5c)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 722/14/2025

    72. Diapering Practices VII. E. (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3, Diapering, Pages 28-29) (72-03)

    Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. (Section 12.3, number 3) Comments: Diaper pad in room# 7 was ripped. The pad was replaced during the visit. TRANSPORTATION VIII Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-14. View official inspection document (report 38ee2be4-12f7-49af-b36c-d0344b11aae6)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High riskStandard 1011/14/2024

    10. Mandatory Reports IV. A.B.C. (10-02)

    As a mandated reporter, the owner operator, employee, volunteer or substitute failed to report suspected child abuse or neglect as required in Section 39.201 Florida Statutes. Comments: Licensing Specialist confirmed the DCF Hotline was not called on 11/6/24 when the teacher discovered and made an incident report about bruising on a child's leg. Submit a detailed plan on how the center will handle suspected child abuse and/or neglect going forward. All staff must be trained on being mandated reporters and the acknowledgment form must be gone over in detail. Submit re-signed acknowledgement forms for all staff. This violation will result in administrative action being taken. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-11-14. View official inspection document (report ce410695-ac95-4fcf-baf4-91d0498e9633)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

19Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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: 159
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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