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RiverWalk Christian Child Care

801 W 22nd St, Sanford, FL 32771

License:
X18SE0016
Type:
Child Care Facility
Status:
Exempt
Records checked:
July 13, 2026
Additional info
Programs and services:
VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 6:30AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
Capacity:
0
License expiration:
January 14, 2027
Typical cost: $1,278 - $1,387 (Under 1)
Child’s age

$1,278 - $1,387/mo

Median daily rate: $59.00 - $64.00

Official Florida Division of Early Learning Seminole County data.

Not this provider’s price.

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 inspectionJune 25, 2025
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2025

Summary

This summary covers five available inspections for RiverWalk Christian Child Care from June 21, 2023 through June 25, 2025.

Three inspections recorded violations, with eight recorded violations in total.

The most recent higher-concern violation was on January 10, 2024 and involved supervision.

That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.

A later inspection showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether it was a formal follow-up.

At a glance

Total inspections
5

0 in last 12 months

Recorded violations
8

0 in last 12 months

Higher-concern violations
5

0 in last 12 months

Repeated topics
1

Last 36 months

Local comparison

5 total inspections vs 5 local median in 32771

Compared to 37 local facilities

Recorded violations per inspection

This provider
1.6
Local median
0.24

Inspections with higher-concern violations

This provider
60%
Local median
0%

Inspections with recorded violations

This provider
60%
Local median
17%

Repeated topics

This provider
1
Local average
0.32

Repeated topics

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

Inspection history

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

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Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children were left unattended while being diapered or when changing clothes. (Section 5, number 13 and Section 12.3, number 5)
Inspector notes
A personnel from another agency observed the child unattended and the addressed the matter with the facility director.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision [SR]
Official code
04-16
View official report
Higher concern: Supervision
Report finding
Children who require assistance did not receive supervision while toileting or bathing. (Section 5, number 13)
Report comments
Director admitted to child being inadequately supervised.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision [SR]
Official code
04-15
Low concern: Administrative posting
Report finding
The programs written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in an easily seen location accessible to parents and available to the inspection authority for review. (Section 7, number 1)
Report comments
The daily schedule was not posted in two classes. The schedule was re-posted at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities [SR]
Official code
09-03
Medium concern: Health or food records
Report finding
Staff and/or volunteers working in the food preparation area did not wear proper head covering. (Section 17.1, number 2)
Report comments
A proper head covering was not used when preparing food. A head cover as added at time of inspection.
Correction status
Completed at time of inspection
More details
Report section
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 23 - Food Preparation Area [SR]
Official code
23-12
Medium concern: Staff training
Report finding
Program personnel did not complete training requirements prior to unsupervised contact with or care of children, or if supervised, within 90 days of beginning employment or service with the program. (Section 18.1)
Report comments
School Readiness training was not completed prior to unsupervised care of children for one personnel.
Correction status
Due by July 21, 2023
More details
Report section
TRAINING - 28 - Training Requirements [SR]
Official code
28-07
Higher concern: Child guidance
Report finding
The personnel record did not include a current Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Requirements Form, signed annually. (Section 19.4, number 3)
Report comments
The Child Abuse and Neglect form was not signed annually for two personnel.
Correction status
Due by July 21, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 40 - Personnel Records [SR]
Official code
40-04
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
Documentation of completed Background Screening and personnel file requirements was not on file for the operator, program personnel, volunteers or substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 3)
Report comments
The Background Screening and Personnel requirements for was not completed and filed for each personnel.
Correction status
Due by July 21, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Background Screening Documents [SR]
Official code
41-01
Higher concern: Background screening
Report finding
A five year employment history verification was not completed and on file prior to hire for the operator, program personnel, volunteers and substitutes. (Section 19.5, number 2)
Report comments
An employment history verification was not completed and on file for all personnel.
Correction status
Due by July 21, 2023
More details
Report section
RECORD KEEPING - 41 - Background Screening Documents [SR]
Official code
41-06

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 walk me through the current process for ensuring all staff have their background screening and employment history documentation completed and on file?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records show that an earlier inspection identified missing employment history verification and personnel file documentation. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center maintains these records for all staff.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in June 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What is your approach to ensuring that all staff members are up to date on their annual training requirements, such as those related to child abuse and neglect reporting?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Public records from a previous inspection noted that certain personnel forms were not signed annually. Asking about this process provides insight into how the center manages ongoing staff compliance.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in June 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific

How do you ensure that all new staff members complete their required training before they begin working with children?

Why ask this
Why ask this
An official inspection report previously noted a finding regarding staff training completion. Asking about this helps parents understand the current onboarding and training verification process.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in June 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific

What steps does your team take to ensure children are always supervised during routine transitions like diapering or changing clothes?

Why ask this
Why ask this
The available inspection records show that supervision during personal care routines was noted as a concern in two separate reports. This question allows the director to explain the current practices in place to support consistent supervision.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in June 2025.
Related violations
Finding-specific

Could you describe how you maintain and update the daily activity schedules to ensure they are always visible and accessible to parents?

Why ask this
Why ask this
Available records indicate a past instance where the written plan of activities was not posted. This question helps parents understand how the center keeps families informed about daily routines.
Context
The center had a clean inspection in June 2025.
Related violations