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Riviera Day School

175 62nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

License:
C06PI0246
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Licensed
Records checked:
July 9, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
Gold Seal, VPK, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:45AM to 3:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
90
License expiration:
May 18, 2027
Typical cost: $1,538 - $1,603 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,538 - $1,603/mo

Median daily rate: $71.00 - $74.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Pinellas County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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Inspection snapshot

Questions worth asking

The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.

Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.

Latest inspectionMarch 5, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMarch 5, 2026

Summary

This summary covers nine available inspections for Riviera Day School from March 21, 2023 through March 5, 2026.

One inspection recorded a violation, with two recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on September 8, 2023 and involved background screening.

Seven later inspections, from March 6, 2024 through March 5, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.

At a glance

Total inspections
9

3 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
2

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
1

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
0

Last 36 months

Local comparison

9 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 33702

Compared to 14 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
0.22
Local median
0.5

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
11%
Local median
19%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
11%
Local median
29%

Repeated topics

This provider
0
Local average
1

Repeated topics

Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.

No repeated topics found

The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.

Inspection history

Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.

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Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
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.
Report comments
Completed at visit
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PERSONNEL - 11 - General Qualifications/Level II Screening/Background Screening
Official code
11-16
Medium concern: Equipment or readiness
Report finding
The written record of fire drills was incomplete and did not include the following [the center did not do a fire drill for the month of August.].
Report comments
The center will ensure that a fire drill is conducted the month of August when school starts.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 29 - Fire Drills. VI. B.
Official code
29-01

Questions to ask

Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.

Finding-specific

Could you describe the process for verifying the employment history of new staff members?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from an inspection in 2023 noted that some staff employment history documentation was missing specific details like job titles and performance confirmation. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all background and employment records are complete.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How does the center track and document the completion of monthly emergency drills?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report from 2023 indicated that a fire drill record was incomplete for one month. This question allows the director to explain the current system for ensuring all required safety drills are conducted and properly logged.
Context
The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
General question

What is your approach to maintaining consistent communication with families regarding daily routines or changes in policy?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Clear communication helps parents feel connected to the classroom experience and informed about how the center operates on a day-to-day basis.
General question

How are staff members trained to handle emergency situations or unexpected events during school hours?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Understanding the training and preparation of the staff provides insight into how the center prioritizes the well-being of the children in their care.
General question

Can you walk me through how the center supports children as they transition between different activities throughout the day?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Learning about transition routines helps families understand how the center manages the flow of the day and keeps children engaged in their learning environment.