The Canterbury School of Florida, Inc.

ST PETERSBURG, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity77
HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM
Est. price$1,065/mo

Contact information

Address1200 Snell Isle Blvd NE, St Petersburg FL, 33704

CityST PETERSBURG, FL 33704

CountyPINELLAS

Phone7275251419

Operating details

HoursMon 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 7:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 7:30AM to 5:30PM

Capacity77

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1200 Snell Isle Blvd NE, St Petersburg FL, 33704, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33704

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  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. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/24/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 174/24/2026

    17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-05)

    Child care personnel failed to sign/date a log verifying that all children had left the premises as evidenced by [no signature for 4-23- 26. ]. Comments: Log not signed for 4-23-26. Not Monitored Comments None enrolled. 18. Medication: V. A. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-24. View official inspection document (report 879a2ebb-75ae-4daf-8e54-8131f4562eea)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 119/9/2025

    11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-06)

    See the Personnel Records Summary [10] Child Care personnel with an expired Acknowledgement Form. Comments: See personnel summary for 10 staff with expired acknowledgement form. Corrected at visit. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-09. View official inspection document (report 3cd8635d-1889-43ba-b147-336d0d2b2c20)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 299/9/2025

    29. Fire Drills. VI. B. (29-03)

    During the licensure year fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care. Comments: Not completed for month of August. Fire drill for month of September will be conducted and observed with specialist later this month. This is due to inclement weather, a drill has not yet been done for September. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-09. View official inspection document (report 3cd8635d-1889-43ba-b147-336d0d2b2c20)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 559/9/2025

    55. Isolation Area (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: See personnel sheet for 2 staff with expired exposure control forms. SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII Compliance Comments In file dated 2-3-25 Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-09. View official inspection document (report 3cd8635d-1889-43ba-b147-336d0d2b2c20)

    Corrected at inspection
  4. High riskStandard 112/28/2025

    11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-12)

    See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Attestation of Good Moral Character that was not completed on or before first date of employment or upon change in employers. Comments: Submit an Attestation for the staff listed on the Personnel Summary form. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-28. View official inspection document (report 8c46d15f-c8ff-499c-b7ed-ddb2733f2c32)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 112/28/2025

    11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening (11-14)

    See Personnel Records Summary for child care staff with an Acknowledgement Form that was not completed on or before first date of employment. [Staff did not complete an Acknowledgement form prior to hire.]. Comments: Submit an Acknowledgement form for the staff listed on the Personnel Summary form. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-28. View official inspection document (report 8c46d15f-c8ff-499c-b7ed-ddb2733f2c32)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 122/28/2025

    12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-01)

    See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care staff without proof of a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Comments: Submit proof of education for the staff listed on the Personnel Summary form. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-28. View official inspection document (report 8c46d15f-c8ff-499c-b7ed-ddb2733f2c32)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High riskStandard 552/28/2025

    55. Isolation Area (55-06)

    The childrens center did not have a written exposure plan regarding safety precautions for exposure to blood and potentially infectious fluids. Comments: Submit a signed Exposure Control Plan for the staff listed on the Personnel Summary form. SAFETY, HEALTH AND SANITATION VII Compliance Comments Non Operational kitchen due to hurricane Helene Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-28. View official inspection document (report 8c46d15f-c8ff-499c-b7ed-ddb2733f2c32)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High riskStandard 119/9/2024

    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: Please submit completed 5-year work history checks for the staff noted. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report b08b7220-8adb-4607-8c73-82b95218535c)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 129/9/2024

    12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (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 member has not completed their 40 clock hours within the required timeframe. The staff member booked the exam during the visit. Please submit an updated DCF Transcript when the clock hours are completed. Due: 9/18/2024 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report b08b7220-8adb-4607-8c73-82b95218535c)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 129/9/2024

    12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-10)

    See the Personnel Records Summary for[all]child care personnel or volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month who did not complete the 10 hours of in-service training for the previous fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30. Comments: There was no documentation of the staff completing their required in-service training for 23/24. Please record the trainings the staff has already taken on the required form and submit the forms by the due date. If there are staff that have not completed their training, please have them complete it, and then submit their forms and corresponding certificates. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report b08b7220-8adb-4607-8c73-82b95218535c)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 179/9/2024

    17. Daily Attendance/Center Closing Log: V.A. (17-06)

    Child care personnel failed to verify attendance accuracy at transitions. [Transitons were not fully marked in multiple rooms. ]. Comments: Please submit proof of training for all staff on how to appropriately document transitions. Not Monitored Comments There are no children on medication. 18. Medication: V. A. Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report b08b7220-8adb-4607-8c73-82b95218535c)

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 279/9/2024

    27. Fire Inspection VI.B. (27-01)

    The childrens center did not have a current and approved fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. Comments: There is a current fire inspection on file dated 8-23-24. The last inspection expired 8-11-23. The Director was given TA to schedule the inspection earlier in the month to avoid being late next year. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report b08b7220-8adb-4607-8c73-82b95218535c)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 609/9/2024

    60. Toxic Hazardous Materials (60-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. Comments: There were multiple toxic items that were accessible to children in various rooms. The items include soap that states to "keep out of reach of children," medication in a personal bag, and cleaning supplies and hand sanitizer. The staff moved these items during the visit and were reminded to keep them locked up or out of reach. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-09-09. View official inspection document (report b08b7220-8adb-4607-8c73-82b95218535c)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

15Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,065/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: 77
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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