Gates and Bridges Learning Academy
ST PETERSBURG, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2332 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S, St Petersburg FL, 33705
CountyPINELLAS
Phone7273296047
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Tue 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Wed 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Thu 6:30AM to 5:30PM; Fri 6:30AM to 5:30PM
Capacity42
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium7
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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2332 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St S, St Petersburg FL, 33705, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/25/2026
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 016/25/2026
01. General/Direct II. A. (01-01)
Child care staff failed to provide direct supervision of children in the [3-4 year old] group of children as evidenced by [licensing specialist observed the classroom with no staff member.]. Comments: Staff was in the kitchen and returned to the classroom. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-25. View official inspection document (report 3ba65137-ff02-4502-a40e-9b0383cb995a)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 176/25/2026
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. [Licensing specialist observed the 3-4 year old classroom with 4 children and 7 were marked in.]. Comments: Staff did not mark the children out when they went on the field trip. There were also 2 school age children that were not marked on the attendance. Staff corrected the attendance during the visit. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-25. View official inspection document (report 3ba65137-ff02-4502-a40e-9b0383cb995a)
Not corrected
2025
- Medium riskStandard 1210/17/2025
12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-04)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. Comments: One staff was passed her one year to complete Early Literacy. Compliance Comments The center has 3 staff with CDA's Due: 10/24/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-17. View official inspection document (report 3ba797df-8c09-42a3-828c-2e37fea65394)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 018/13/2025
01. General/Direct II. A. (01-03)
Children did not receive adequate assistance while toileting or bathing as required by their age or need. Comments: A child had a potty accident at approximately 3:30 pm and stayed in that clothes until mom picked her up at 5:05 pm. The parent was contacted through " Brightwheel". 02. Infants Separate: II.A. Not Monitored 03. Staff Member in Charge/Teacher in Charge (SMIC/TIC): II. A. Not Monitored 04. Emergency Person II. A. Not Monitored 05. Authorized Release II. A. Not Monitored 06. Adult-Child Ratio: II. B. Not Monitored 07. Infant Group Size II.C. Not Monitored 08. Swimming Pool/Areas: II. D., E. Not Monitored CHILD DISCIPLINE III 09. Disciplinary Practices III. Not Monitored REPORTING CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT IV 10. Mandatory Reports IV. A.B.C. Not Monitored PERSONNEL I 11. General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening Not Monitored 12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-08-13. View official inspection document (report 426f6328-b728-4664-8cd8-b5272a17a6a1)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 126/6/2025
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: Needs to test for part 2 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 89864b21-65ff-4e5f-91d5-728d0932e907)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 126/6/2025
12. Education, Training, and Other Personnel Records I.B., C. and V.A. . (12-04)
See the Personnel Records Summary for [1] Child Care personnel who do not have documentation of completion of a five hour early literacy and language development of children birth through five course for child care personnel within 12 months of date of employment in the child care industry and/or the early literacy course documentation was not uploaded in the Florida Pathways/Registry. Comments: One staff had not completed the 5 hrs of Early Literacy. Compliance Comments The center has 3 staff with CDA's Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 89864b21-65ff-4e5f-91d5-728d0932e907)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 736/6/2025
73. License/Examination VIII. C. (73-03)
The driver [(LC) and (DJ)] of a vehicle regularly used to transport children did not have a current annual physical examination which grants medical approval to drive. Comments: Drivers must not drive until a current physical is in their file. Compliance Comments expires 6-28-25 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-06-06. View official inspection document (report 89864b21-65ff-4e5f-91d5-728d0932e907)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,024/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: 42
- Type: Child Care Facility
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