The Learning Tree
PALM BAY, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address451 Riviera Dr NE, Palm Bay FL, 32905
CountyBREVARD
Phone3217497940
Operating details
HoursMon 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Tue 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Wed 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Thu 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Fri 6:30AM to 6:00PM
Capacity55
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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451 Riviera Dr NE, Palm Bay FL, 32905, PALM BAY, FL 32905
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/15/2026
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 014/15/2026
01. (01-04)
The facility was used for a business or other purpose unrelated to child care that interfered with compliance with child care standards and/or permitted the presence of unscreened individuals while children were present. CCF Handbook, Section 2.1, E Comments: On 4/15/26 Licensing Specialist witnessed the facility used for a business other than childcare. Licensing Specialist observed chef cooking Jamaican food to sell to the public. Licensing Specialist also observed Jamaican and Doordash signs in front of the facility as advertisements. Completed at time of inspection Licensing Specialist notified director and chef to cease food business operation. TA given, the facility cannot be used as other business during child care business hours. 02. Minimum Age Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.2 Not Monitored 03. Ratio Sufficient CCF Handbook, Section 2.3 Not Monitored 04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 Not Monitored 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 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT 12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 Not Monitored 13. Toxic Substances, Hazardous Materials and Weapons CCF Handbook, Section 3.2 Not Monitored Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 6463b7aa-446d-4a23-b733-6e5486b14681)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 054/15/2026
05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 (05-04)
The facility's transportation log did not include [The time of departure, Time of arrival at the destination, ]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.2 Comments: Licensing Specialist observed transportation log did not include time of departure, time of arrival at the destination. TA given transportation log must always include time of departure and arrival at the destination. 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Applicable Not Applicable Comments Facility does not provide transportation through vehicle only by foot. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 92530609-eec2-498e-8204-15c17ef77afe)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 134/15/2026
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 Comments: Licensing Specialist observed cleaning supplies located on counter and window seal, accessible to children in care. TA given, all cleaning supplies or any toxic substance must be out of reach of children. Completed at time of inspection child care personnel removed items and placed them in cabinets not accessible to children. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 92530609-eec2-498e-8204-15c17ef77afe)
Corrected at inspection - Medium riskStandard 214/15/2026
21. Restrooms and Bath Facilities CCF Handbook, Section 3.7 (21-14)
The toileting facility did not have: [ soap, paper towels or hand drying machines] , and within the reach of children. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, H Comments: Licensing Specialist observed bathroom missing soap and disposable towels or hand drying machines. TA given, bathrooms must all have running water, soap, toilet paper, trash receptible, paper towels or hand drying machines. Completed at time of inspection child care personnel restocked paper towels, and soap. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 92530609-eec2-498e-8204-15c17ef77afe)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 344/15/2026
34. Credentialed Staff CCF Handbook, Section 4.6 & 4.7 (34-06)
The director was responsible for the operation of two programs with overlapping hours. CCF Handbook, Section 4.7, A Comments: Director is responsible for two programs with overlapping hours. TA given, director cannot run two facilities at the same time. Each childcare facility must have a credentialed director who is on-site a majority of Hours. The childcare facility will be issued a provisional license for a period not to exceed six months for the facility without a credentialed director. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS Due: 8/27/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 92530609-eec2-498e-8204-15c17ef77afe)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 454/15/2026
45. Background Screening Documents CCF Handbook, Section 7.4.1 (45-09)
The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments: Licensing Specialist reviewed Clearinghouse roster, it did not have all employed staff. TA given, Clearinghouse staff must remain UpToDate at all times. Due: 4/30/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-04-15. View official inspection document (report 92530609-eec2-498e-8204-15c17ef77afe)
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
$973/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: PALM BAY, BREVARD County
- Capacity: 55
- Type: Child Care Facility
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