Rivers Edge Academy - Wekiwa Springs

APOPKA, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity139
HoursMon 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:15AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address23 N Wekiwa Springs Rd, Apopka FL, 32703

CityAPOPKA, FL 32703

CountyORANGE

Phone4078141330

Operating details

HoursMon 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:15AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:15AM to 6:00PM

Capacity139

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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23 N Wekiwa Springs Rd, Apopka FL, 32703, APOPKA, FL 32703

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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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/9/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 404/9/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-15)

    Medication was not stored in either a locked area or inaccessible and out of a childs reach. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, G Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Diaper creams (8 bottles) were accessible to children in care in bathroom and classrooms. Completed at time of inspection as creams were removed and stored in cabinet inaccessible to children. Technical Assistance: All medication must have child resistant caps, if applicable, and must either be stored in a locked area or must be out of any childs reach. RECORD KEEPING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 324/9/2026

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-05)

    Documentation was not maintained for 12 months showing that routine inspections were conducted monthly of all supports, above and below the ground, connectors, and moving parts. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Physical environment log was not completed since October 2025. TRAINING Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 324/9/2026

    32. Outdoor Equipment CCF Handbook, Section 3.12 (32-03)

    The play equipment was not maintained in a safe or sanitary condition for the children to use in that [broken and crack equipment observed. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.12, B and F Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: In the middle playground on the Yellow, blue/ red playset- the yellow slide is cracked at top of slide. On the same playset the black steps base is opening, exposing mental. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 244/9/2026

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-18)

    Stored food was not consumed or discarded on or before the expiration date listed by the manufacturer. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.2, B Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Four expired milk gallons were observed in refrigerator. The expiration dates were 3/31/2026, 4/5/2026 and 4/7/2026. Completed at time of inspection as milk was discarded. Technical Assistance: Stored food must be consumed or discarded on or before the expiration dates listed by the manufacturer. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Corrected at inspection
  5. High riskStandard 244/9/2026

    24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (24-09)

    The food preparation area does not have a hand washing station or the hand washing station did not include the following: [hot running water, with a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit.]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.1, A.7. Food and Nutrition [SR] Comments: Handwashing sink in kitchen does not have any hot water. The hot water pipe is not connected. Technical Assistance: Handwashing station in kitchen must include hot running water, a minimum of 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 234/9/2026

    23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 (23-06)

    During the facilitys licensure year, fire drills utilizing the approved alarm system were not conducted monthly at various dates and times when children were in care [March 2026]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.4, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: No fire drill was completed for the March 2026. Fire department inspection approved: 7/29/25 Fire extinguisher tagged: June 2025 FOOD AND NUTRITION Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 124/9/2026

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-01)

    Areas of the facility were found to be in need of cleaning. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Cracked outlet observed during inspection and fence in back play area is leaning. Due: 5/9/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-09. View official inspection document (report 216fb938-a075-40e1-8dad-06a2556c4466)

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 397/28/2025

    39. (39-05)

    Documentation of an accident or incident was insufficient in that it did not include the [parents signature.]. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, C (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Health Requirements [SR] Comments: Accident or incident report was missing and did not include the parents' signature. Technical assistance was given. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report cf1a9a67-4810-43ac-8a07-a67a3a2f77d9)

    Corrected at inspection
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 307/28/2025

    30. Diapering CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 CCF Handbook, Section 3.10 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) (30-06)

    Diaper changing occurred on a surface that was not impermeable. CCF Handbook, Section 3.10.2, E (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Sanitation and Equipment [SR] Comments: Diaper changing surface in Infant room was not impermeable and without holes. Corrected at time of inspection. Diaper changing pad in infant room was replaced with new pad. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report cf1a9a67-4810-43ac-8a07-a67a3a2f77d9)

    Corrected at inspection
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 237/28/2025

    23. (23-02)

    The facility did not have a current and approved annual fire safety inspection by the local fire authority. CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.2, A (Section 2.1 - Health and Safety, Page 3) Physical Environment [SR] Comments: The facility failed to provide documented proof of an annual fire inspection by the local fire authority. FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Due: 1/28/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-07-28. View official inspection document (report cf1a9a67-4810-43ac-8a07-a67a3a2f77d9)

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 131/22/2025

    13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 (13-03)

    Harmful items including cleaning supplies, flammable products, poisonous, toxic, and hazardous materials were accessible to children in care. CCF Handbook, Section 3.2, B Physical Environment [SR] Comments: Toxic material in form of a nicotine vape was accessible to child in care. Staff no longer employed at facility. 14. Lighting, Temperature, and Ventilation CCF Handbook, Section 3.3 Not Monitored 15. Licensed Capacity CCF Handbook , Section 3.4 Not Monitored 16. Indoor Floor Space CCF Handbook, Section 3.4 Not Monitored 17. Outdoor Play Area/Fencing CCF Handbook, Section 3.5 Not Monitored 18. Bedding and Linens CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 Not Monitored 20. Crib Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6 Not Monitored 21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 Not Monitored 22. Operable Phone CCF Handbook, Section 3.8.1 Not Monitored 23. Fire Drills & Emergency Preparedness CCF Handbook, Section 3.8 Not Monitored FOOD AND NUTRITION 24. Food Preparation Area CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 25. Meals and Snacks CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored 26. Meal and Snack Menus CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3 & Section 7 Not Monitored 27. Catered Food and Food Provided by Outside Sources CCF Handbook, Section 7 & Section 3.9.3 Not Monitored 28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 Not Monitored SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-22. View official inspection document (report 54e9ab17-c3e5-4333-9c5a-cef132d7e763)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 041/22/2025

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-01)

    Supervision of children in the [Twos] group was inadequate in that [child accessed staff personal belongings without staff knowledge. ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 General Requirements [SR] Comments: Staff no longer employed at facility. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored 09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 Not Monitored 10. Field Trip Permission CCF Handbook, Section 2.7 Not Monitored 11. Child Discipline CCF Handbook, Section 2.8 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-01-22. View official inspection document (report 54e9ab17-c3e5-4333-9c5a-cef132d7e763)

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 4112/5/2024

    41. (41-01)

    Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1, B (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 4 Children missing Certification of Immunization on file. Due: 1/6/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 35eb35f5-cf0d-43e5-860a-93f243424df4)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 4112/5/2024

    41. (41-02)

    The Florida Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that: [ The form was not current (expired)]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1 (Section 2.1 Health and Safety, Page 3) Record Keeping [SR] Comments: 5 students with Certificate of immunization was not acceptable in that the form was not current (expired) 42. Student Health and Records CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 CCF Handbook, Section 7.2 (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance 43. Enrollment Information CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3 & s. 402.3054(2), F.S. (Form DEL-SR-6200A) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2024-12-05. View official inspection document (report 35eb35f5-cf0d-43e5-860a-93f243424df4)

    Not corrected

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25Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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About this daycare

  • Location: APOPKA, ORANGE County
  • Capacity: 139
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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