The Goddard School

4025 RICHMOND AVE, Houston, TX 77027Open
F

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

114 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: Open

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

March 18, 2026

Provenance

Texas licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
The Goddard School
License number
1705293
Location
4025 RICHMOND AVE, Houston, TX 77027
Status
Open
Safety grade
F (Poor), score 0.0/100
Inspection record
114 inspections, last inspected March 18, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

F
Poor0.0 / 100
Health0/100
Safety0/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance0/100

207

Total Violations

Mar 18, 2026

Last Inspection

158

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (207)

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(3)Feb 24, 2026

During the follow up, the caregiver was asked to provide the ages of the children in the classroom but was unable to do so.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-24

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(3)Feb 24, 2026

During the follow up, the caregiver was asked to provide the ages of the children in the classroom but was unable to do so.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-24

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(3)Feb 24, 2026

During the follow up, the caregiver was asked to provide the ages of the children in the classroom but was unable to do so.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-24

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Feb 23, 2026

There is sufficient evidence to support that staff did not demonstrate good judgment when arguing in front of a child in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-05

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Feb 23, 2026

There is sufficient evidence to support that staff did not demonstrate good judgment when arguing in front of a child in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-05

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Feb 23, 2026

There is sufficient evidence to support that staff did not demonstrate good judgment when arguing in front of a child in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-03-05

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(3)Feb 10, 2026

When asked the caregiver the age of the children in the classroom, the caregiver was unable to state the ages of the children being cared for.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-10

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.201(11)Feb 10, 2026

The infant capacity is 20. There were 21 infants present during the inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(3)Feb 10, 2026

When asked the caregiver the age of the children in the classroom, the caregiver was unable to state the ages of the children being cared for.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-10

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.201(11)Feb 10, 2026

The infant capacity is 20. There were 21 infants present during the inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1205(a)(3)Feb 10, 2026

When asked the caregiver the age of the children in the classroom, the caregiver was unable to state the ages of the children being cared for.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-10

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.201(11)Feb 10, 2026

The infant capacity is 20. There were 21 infants present during the inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2026-02-10

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.1111Oct 28, 2025

One caregiver's education documentation was not translated into English.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-11

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(2)Oct 28, 2025

A caregiver did not have the required education requirements available for licensing to review.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-11

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.1111Oct 28, 2025

One caregiver's education documentation was not translated into English.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-11

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(2)Oct 28, 2025

A caregiver did not have the required education requirements available for licensing to review.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-11

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.1111Oct 28, 2025

One caregiver's education documentation was not translated into English.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-11

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.901(2)Oct 28, 2025

A caregiver did not have the required education requirements available for licensing to review.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-11-11

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(7)Aug 1, 2025

A child was observed to be sleeping with a bottle.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(7)Aug 1, 2025

A child was observed to be sleeping with a bottle.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2419(7)Aug 1, 2025

A child was observed to be sleeping with a bottle.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jun 25, 2025

There is sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver did not use good judgment by discussing children's behaviors in the classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-08-22

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1615Jun 25, 2025

There is sufficient evidence to support that children, ages 18 months and older are combined for an hour during opening time.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-08-22

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1615Jun 25, 2025

There is sufficient evidence to support that children, ages 18 months and older are combined for an hour during opening time.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-08-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jun 25, 2025

There is sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver did not use good judgment by discussing children's behaviors in the classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-08-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jun 25, 2025

There is sufficient evidence to support that a caregiver did not use good judgment by discussing children's behaviors in the classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-08-22

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1615Jun 25, 2025

There is sufficient evidence to support that children, ages 18 months and older are combined for an hour during opening time.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-08-22

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.1003(6)Feb 24, 2025

The operation failed to call in substitute help to ensure compliance with regulations and to maintain the day-to-day smooth functioning of the operation.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-02-24

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.1003(6)Feb 24, 2025

The operation failed to call in substitute help to ensure compliance with regulations and to maintain the day-to-day smooth functioning of the operation.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-02-24

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.1003(6)Feb 24, 2025

The operation failed to call in substitute help to ensure compliance with regulations and to maintain the day-to-day smooth functioning of the operation.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-02-24

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.305(a)(6)Jan 6, 2025

The operation failed to report an incident that allegedly put a child at risk.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

SERIOUSHEALTH746.701(5)Jan 6, 2025

The operation failed to share a copy of the incident reports with the children's parents within 48 hours

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALHEALTH746.2805(2)Jan 6, 2025

Caregivers were found to be withholding food and drink as a form of punishment.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.305(a)(6)Jan 6, 2025

The operation failed to report an incident that allegedly put a child at risk.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Jan 6, 2025

It was found that the operation is using different forms of prohibited punishment for discipline.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.305(a)(6)Jan 6, 2025

The operation failed to report an incident that allegedly put a child at risk.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

SERIOUSHEALTH746.701(5)Jan 6, 2025

The operation failed to share a copy of the incident reports with the children's parents within 48 hours

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALHEALTH746.2805(2)Jan 6, 2025

Caregivers were found to be withholding food and drink as a form of punishment.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Jan 6, 2025

It was found that the operation is using different forms of prohibited punishment for discipline.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALHEALTH746.2805(2)Jan 6, 2025

Caregivers were found to be withholding food and drink as a form of punishment.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

SERIOUSHEALTH746.701(5)Jan 6, 2025

The operation failed to share a copy of the incident reports with the children's parents within 48 hours

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Jan 6, 2025

It was found that the operation is using different forms of prohibited punishment for discipline.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-03-05

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Dec 5, 2024

The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/7/23.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-07

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Dec 5, 2024

The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/7/23.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-07

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Dec 5, 2024

The last fire inspection was conducted on 11/7/23.

Resolution: Corrected: 2025-01-07

CRITICALSTAFFING745.641Nov 4, 2024

A caregiver was counted in the child caregiver ratio with a pending background check.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-11-04

SERIOUSHEALTH746.603(a)(3)Nov 4, 2024

One child out of four files reviewed did not have a signed health statement.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-12-09

SERIOUSHEALTH746.603(a)(3)Nov 4, 2024

One child out of four files reviewed did not have a signed health statement.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-12-09

CRITICALSTAFFING745.641Nov 4, 2024

A caregiver was counted in the child caregiver ratio with a pending background check.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-11-04

SERIOUSHEALTH746.603(a)(3)Nov 4, 2024

One child out of four files reviewed did not have a signed health statement.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-12-09

CRITICALSTAFFING745.641Nov 4, 2024

A caregiver was counted in the child caregiver ratio with a pending background check.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-11-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.305(a)(6)Nov 1, 2024

The operation did not self-report the incident.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-12-12

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.305(a)(6)Nov 1, 2024

The operation did not self-report the incident.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-12-12

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.305(a)(6)Nov 1, 2024

The operation did not self-report the incident.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-12-12

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Aug 23, 2024

The infant classroom was out of ratio. There were 5 children to 1 caregiver. Corrected: An additional caregiver stepped into the room to assist. The first steps classroom was out of ratio. There were 7 children to 1 caregiver. Corrected: Two children were transferred to a different classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-27

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Aug 23, 2024

The infant classroom was out of ratio. There were 5 children to 1 caregiver. Corrected: An additional caregiver stepped into the room to assist. The first steps classroom was out of ratio. There were 7 children to 1 caregiver. Corrected: Two children were transferred to a different classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-27

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Aug 23, 2024

The infant classroom was out of ratio. There were 5 children to 1 caregiver. Corrected: An additional caregiver stepped into the room to assist. The first steps classroom was out of ratio. There were 7 children to 1 caregiver. Corrected: Two children were transferred to a different classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-27

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Aug 6, 2024

The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was date /3/2023

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-06

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Aug 6, 2024

The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was date /3/2023

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-06

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Aug 6, 2024

The operation did not have a current fire inspection. The last fire inspection was date /3/2023

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-06

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.2501(2)Jul 24, 2024

The toddler classroom does not have the same caregiver on a consistent basis.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2509Jul 24, 2024

The operation is not providing daily information to the parents.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(4)Jul 24, 2024

The operation does not follow the special request of the parents for the care of their children.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.2501(2)Jul 24, 2024

The toddler classroom does not have the same caregiver on a consistent basis.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2509Jul 24, 2024

The operation is not providing daily information to the parents.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(4)Jul 24, 2024

The operation does not follow the special request of the parents for the care of their children.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALHEALTH746.3501(1)Jul 24, 2024

The proper diaper changing steps are not being followed at the operation.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALHEALTH746.3501(1)Jul 24, 2024

The proper diaper changing steps are not being followed at the operation.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.2501(2)Jul 24, 2024

The toddler classroom does not have the same caregiver on a consistent basis.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2509Jul 24, 2024

The operation is not providing daily information to the parents.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(4)Jul 24, 2024

The operation does not follow the special request of the parents for the care of their children.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALHEALTH746.3501(1)Jul 24, 2024

The proper diaper changing steps are not being followed at the operation.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-09-20

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jul 19, 2024

One out of five caregivers were missing the 24 hours of annual training. The operation failed to have training in by the requested original deadline of 6/6/24.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-02

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jul 19, 2024

One out of five caregivers were missing the 24 hours of annual training. The operation failed to have training in by the requested original deadline of 6/6/24.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-02

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)Jul 19, 2024

One out of five caregivers were missing the 24 hours of annual training. The operation failed to have training in by the requested original deadline of 6/6/24.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-08-02

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601May 23, 2024

The operations classrooms are out of ratio at times.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-21

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601May 23, 2024

The operations classrooms are out of ratio at times.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-21

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601May 23, 2024

The operations classrooms are out of ratio at times.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-21

SERIOUSHEALTH746.3809May 23, 2024

I observed one expired emergency medication during the inspection. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by removing the medication and calling the parent.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)May 23, 2024

One out of five caregivers was missing the 24 hours of annual training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-06

SERIOUSHEALTH746.3809May 23, 2024

I observed one expired emergency medication during the inspection. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by removing the medication and calling the parent.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSHEALTH746.3809May 23, 2024

I observed one expired emergency medication during the inspection. NOTE: This was corrected during the inspection by removing the medication and calling the parent.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)May 23, 2024

One out of five caregivers was missing the 24 hours of annual training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-06

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1301(a)(5)(A)May 23, 2024

One out of five caregivers was missing the 24 hours of annual training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-06

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Apr 30, 2024

A caregiver disciplined children by use of corporal punishment. A caregiver threatened to withhold active play, use of hand, and other objects to address discipline.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-27

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Apr 30, 2024

A caregiver disciplined children by use of corporal punishment. A caregiver threatened to withhold active play, use of hand, and other objects to address discipline.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-27

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Apr 30, 2024

The operations classrooms are out of ratio at times.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-27

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Apr 30, 2024

The operations classrooms are out of ratio at times.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-27

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2805Apr 30, 2024

A caregiver disciplined children by use of corporal punishment. A caregiver threatened to withhold active play, use of hand, and other objects to address discipline.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-27

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Apr 30, 2024

The operations classrooms are out of ratio at times.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-06-27

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Feb 5, 2024

The proper level of supervision was not maintained. The caregivers were unaware of how the child incurred the injury.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-04

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.307(c)Feb 5, 2024

The operation is not notifying parents of less serious injuries.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-04

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Feb 5, 2024

The proper level of supervision was not maintained. The caregivers were unaware of how the child incurred the injury.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-04

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.307(c)Feb 5, 2024

The operation is not notifying parents of less serious injuries.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-04

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Feb 5, 2024

The proper level of supervision was not maintained. The caregivers were unaware of how the child incurred the injury.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-04

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.307(c)Feb 5, 2024

The operation is not notifying parents of less serious injuries.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-04-04

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jan 30, 2024

The caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement with the inappropriate joke of stating she bit a child in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-25

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jan 30, 2024

The caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement with the inappropriate joke of stating she bit a child in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-25

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jan 30, 2024

The caregiver did not demonstrate good judgement with the inappropriate joke of stating she bit a child in care.

Resolution: Corrected: 2024-03-25

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Nov 10, 2023

One child with allergies did not have FARE form signed by parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-10

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Nov 10, 2023

One child with allergies did not have FARE form signed by parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1315(b)(1)Nov 10, 2023

Director and 20 staff members did not have eligible CPR certifications. All CPR certifications were done online.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-20

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Nov 10, 2023

One child with allergies did not have FARE form signed by parent.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1315(b)(1)Nov 10, 2023

Director and 20 staff members did not have eligible CPR certifications. All CPR certifications were done online.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-20

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1315(b)(1)Nov 10, 2023

Director and 20 staff members did not have eligible CPR certifications. All CPR certifications were done online.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-12-20

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Nov 2, 2023

Last fire inspection was conducted 10/26/22.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-16

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Nov 2, 2023

Last fire inspection was conducted 10/26/22.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-16

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Nov 2, 2023

Last fire inspection was conducted 10/26/22.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-16

CRITICALHEALTH746.3501(1)Sep 22, 2023

The proper diaper changing steps were not followed when a child's diaper was only changed once after being in care for over 8 hours.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-20

CRITICALHEALTH746.3501(1)Sep 22, 2023

The proper diaper changing steps were not followed when a child's diaper was only changed once after being in care for over 8 hours.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-20

CRITICALHEALTH746.3501(1)Sep 22, 2023

The proper diaper changing steps were not followed when a child's diaper was only changed once after being in care for over 8 hours.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-11-20

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.4503(b)Sep 21, 2023

Observed mats not properly labeled in two classrooms. Note: This was corrected during inspection with a number chart generated.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.4503(b)Sep 21, 2023

Observed mats not properly labeled in two classrooms. Note: This was corrected during inspection with a number chart generated.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.4503(b)Sep 21, 2023

Observed mats not properly labeled in two classrooms. Note: This was corrected during inspection with a number chart generated.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.605(6)Sep 19, 2023

During the review of children's records 3 out of the 10 records evaluated was found to be missing required information for the emergency contact person.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-03

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Sep 19, 2023

During the review of children records 2 out of the10 records evaluated was found to be missing the food allergy emergency plans.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-03

CRITICALSAFETY746.605(6)Sep 19, 2023

During the review of children's records 3 out of the 10 records evaluated was found to be missing required information for the emergency contact person.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-03

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Sep 19, 2023

During the review of children records 2 out of the10 records evaluated was found to be missing the food allergy emergency plans.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-03

CRITICALSAFETY746.605(6)Sep 19, 2023

During the review of children's records 3 out of the 10 records evaluated was found to be missing required information for the emergency contact person.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-03

CRITICALHEALTH746.3819Sep 19, 2023

During the review of children records 2 out of the10 records evaluated was found to be missing the food allergy emergency plans.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-03

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jul 13, 2023

Poor judgement was used by a caregiver when a child in care was placed in the restroom on the floor to take a nap.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-19

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Jul 13, 2023

A child in care was placed in the restroom for naptime which left the child unsupervised.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-19

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jul 13, 2023

Poor judgement was used by a caregiver when a child in care was placed in the restroom on the floor to take a nap.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-19

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Jul 13, 2023

A child in care was placed in the restroom for naptime which left the child unsupervised.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-19

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Jul 13, 2023

A child in care was placed in the restroom for naptime which left the child unsupervised.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-19

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jul 13, 2023

Poor judgement was used by a caregiver when a child in care was placed in the restroom on the floor to take a nap.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-10-19

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 12, 2023

Based on the information obtained during the investigation. It was determined that a child was left unsupervised in the classroom between 2-4 minutes.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-05-12

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 12, 2023

Based on the information obtained during the investigation. It was determined that a child was left unsupervised in the classroom between 2-4 minutes.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-05-12

CRITICALSAFETY746.1205(a)(4)Apr 12, 2023

Based on the information obtained during the investigation. It was determined that a child was left unsupervised in the classroom between 2-4 minutes.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-05-12

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Feb 10, 2023

During the walkthrough I obseved 1 caregiver caring for 12 children with a SAG of 2 years. The cargiver was over ratio by 1. This was corrected when the director divided the children into two classrooms.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Feb 10, 2023

During the walkthrough I obseved 1 caregiver caring for 12 children with a SAG of 2 years. The cargiver was over ratio by 1. This was corrected when the director divided the children into two classrooms.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-10

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Feb 10, 2023

During the walkthrough I obseved 1 caregiver caring for 12 children with a SAG of 2 years. The cargiver was over ratio by 1. This was corrected when the director divided the children into two classrooms.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-10

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 7, 2023

Caregiver is completing janitorial duties in the bathrooms during naptime and while counted in ratio. Caregiver failing to intervene to stop and prevent inappropriate child to child touching.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-08

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 7, 2023

Caregiver is completing janitorial duties in the bathrooms during naptime and while counted in ratio. Caregiver failing to intervene to stop and prevent inappropriate child to child touching.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-08

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Feb 7, 2023

Caregiver is completing janitorial duties in the bathrooms during naptime and while counted in ratio. Caregiver failing to intervene to stop and prevent inappropriate child to child touching.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-03-08

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(2)Feb 3, 2023

During the walkthrough a caregiver stated they were caring for 12 children, I counted 14 children in the classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-03

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(2)Feb 3, 2023

During the walkthrough a caregiver stated they were caring for 12 children, I counted 14 children in the classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-03

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(2)Feb 3, 2023

During the walkthrough a caregiver stated they were caring for 12 children, I counted 14 children in the classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2023-02-03

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701(7)Oct 12, 2022

The storage chest on all the playgrounds did not have a id support on them and it was open and accessible to the children. Note: This was corrected when the director put a safety lock on each storage chest that was on the outdoor playground. 10/12/2022.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701(7)Oct 12, 2022

The storage chest on all the playgrounds did not have a id support on them and it was open and accessible to the children. Note: This was corrected when the director put a safety lock on each storage chest that was on the outdoor playground. 10/12/2022.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1315(a)Oct 12, 2022

One out of five files did not have a CPR/First Aid card in the file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-19

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Oct 12, 2022

The light fixture was hanging on one side in the in the preschool 2 (3-4yrs.) classroom. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the handy man came and fixed the hanging light fixture. 10/12/2022

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.501(a)(9)Oct 12, 2022

Two out of 10 file that were infants, did not have the safe sleep form.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-19

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1315(a)Oct 12, 2022

One out of five files did not have a CPR/First Aid card in the file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-19

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Oct 12, 2022

The light fixture was hanging on one side in the in the preschool 2 (3-4yrs.) classroom. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the handy man came and fixed the hanging light fixture. 10/12/2022

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.501(a)(9)Oct 12, 2022

Two out of 10 file that were infants, did not have the safe sleep form.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-19

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1315(a)Oct 12, 2022

One out of five files did not have a CPR/First Aid card in the file.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-19

CRITICALSAFETY746.3701(7)Oct 12, 2022

The storage chest on all the playgrounds did not have a id support on them and it was open and accessible to the children. Note: This was corrected when the director put a safety lock on each storage chest that was on the outdoor playground. 10/12/2022.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407Oct 12, 2022

The light fixture was hanging on one side in the in the preschool 2 (3-4yrs.) classroom. Note: This was corrected at inspection when the handy man came and fixed the hanging light fixture. 10/12/2022

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.501(a)(9)Oct 12, 2022

Two out of 10 file that were infants, did not have the safe sleep form.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-19

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2426Oct 4, 2022

2 infants 2 months and 5 months were observed to be sleeping in a baby bouncer and swing. One child was removed upon entering the classroom, the other infant was not removed until Licensing informed the caregiver the infant was sleep

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2426Oct 4, 2022

2 infants 2 months and 5 months were observed to be sleeping in a baby bouncer and swing. One child was removed upon entering the classroom, the other infant was not removed until Licensing informed the caregiver the infant was sleep

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2427Oct 4, 2022

An infant was observed being placed on their stomach for sleep

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2405(2)Oct 4, 2022

A 5 month old infant was observed sleeping on the floor. NOTE: The infant was removed and placed in a crib

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2405(2)Oct 4, 2022

A 5 month old infant was observed sleeping on the floor. NOTE: The infant was removed and placed in a crib

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2427Oct 4, 2022

An infant was observed being placed on their stomach for sleep

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2426Oct 4, 2022

2 infants 2 months and 5 months were observed to be sleeping in a baby bouncer and swing. One child was removed upon entering the classroom, the other infant was not removed until Licensing informed the caregiver the infant was sleep

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2405(2)Oct 4, 2022

A 5 month old infant was observed sleeping on the floor. NOTE: The infant was removed and placed in a crib

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2427Oct 4, 2022

An infant was observed being placed on their stomach for sleep

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-04

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.501(a)(18)Oct 3, 2022

During revview of the centers operational policies, the policies were found to not have included promotion of physical activities.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-17

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Oct 3, 2022

During review of Fire Safety the operation was found to not have a current fire inspection as required by minumum standards.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-17

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.501(a)(18)Oct 3, 2022

During revview of the centers operational policies, the policies were found to not have included promotion of physical activities.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-17

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Oct 3, 2022

During review of Fire Safety the operation was found to not have a current fire inspection as required by minumum standards.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-17

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.5205(4)Oct 3, 2022

Although the operation conducted a fire drill for the month of September there was no documentation. This was corrected when the director completed the documention.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.5205(4)Oct 3, 2022

Although the operation conducted a fire drill for the month of September there was no documentation. This was corrected when the director completed the documention.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALSAFETY746.5101(a)Oct 3, 2022

During review of Fire Safety the operation was found to not have a current fire inspection as required by minumum standards.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-17

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.501(a)(18)Oct 3, 2022

During revview of the centers operational policies, the policies were found to not have included promotion of physical activities.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-10-17

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.5205(4)Oct 3, 2022

Although the operation conducted a fire drill for the month of September there was no documentation. This was corrected when the director completed the documention.

Resolution: Corrected at inspection

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2426Aug 19, 2022

During the walkthrough I observed a 6 month old asleep in a restrictive device for approximately 15 minutes. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child and placed the child in the crib.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-08-19

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2426Aug 19, 2022

During the walkthrough I observed a 6 month old asleep in a restrictive device for approximately 15 minutes. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child and placed the child in the crib.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-08-19

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.2426Aug 19, 2022

During the walkthrough I observed a 6 month old asleep in a restrictive device for approximately 15 minutes. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the child and placed the child in the crib.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-08-19

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Aug 18, 2022

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-09-15

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Aug 18, 2022

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-09-15

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Aug 18, 2022

Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More Children

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-09-15

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jun 10, 2022

Based on preponderance of evidence obtained during the investigation, there were sufficient evidence that the caregiver did not use good judgment when she picked two children up by only one of their arms and with only one of her hands.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-07-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jun 10, 2022

Based on preponderance of evidence obtained during the investigation, there were sufficient evidence that the caregiver did not use good judgment when she picked two children up by only one of their arms and with only one of her hands.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-07-22

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1201(1)Jun 10, 2022

Based on preponderance of evidence obtained during the investigation, there were sufficient evidence that the caregiver did not use good judgment when she picked two children up by only one of their arms and with only one of her hands.

Resolution: Corrected: 2022-07-22

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(a)Nov 3, 2021

During review of personnel 2 out of 10 records evaluated did not completed all 24 hours of required annual training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-17

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2421(b)Nov 3, 2021

The operation did not have current feeding instructions for 1 infant not yet eating table food.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-10

CRITICALHEALTH746.605(16)Nov 3, 2021

During review of records 1 out of 10 records evaluated did not have an allergy plan for a diagnosed allergy listed.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-12-13

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(a)Nov 3, 2021

During review of personnel 2 out of 10 records evaluated did not completed all 24 hours of required annual training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-17

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2421(b)Nov 3, 2021

The operation did not have current feeding instructions for 1 infant not yet eating table food.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-10

CRITICALHEALTH746.605(16)Nov 3, 2021

During review of records 1 out of 10 records evaluated did not have an allergy plan for a diagnosed allergy listed.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-12-13

SERIOUSSTAFFING746.1309(a)Nov 3, 2021

During review of personnel 2 out of 10 records evaluated did not completed all 24 hours of required annual training.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-17

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.2421(b)Nov 3, 2021

The operation did not have current feeding instructions for 1 infant not yet eating table food.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-10

CRITICALHEALTH746.605(16)Nov 3, 2021

During review of records 1 out of 10 records evaluated did not have an allergy plan for a diagnosed allergy listed.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-12-13

MINORCOMPLIANCE746.609(b)Oct 29, 2021

Ten children's files were reviewed. Two of the files have not been updated in a year.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-05

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.603(a)Oct 29, 2021

Ten children's files were reviewed. One file did not have the complete emergency contact information documented. One file did not have the emergency authorization form completed. One file did not have the health provider statement. Two of the files did not have admission dates documented. One of the files did not have health care information documented.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-05

MINORCOMPLIANCE746.609(b)Oct 29, 2021

Ten children's files were reviewed. Two of the files have not been updated in a year.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-05

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.603(a)Oct 29, 2021

Ten children's files were reviewed. One file did not have the complete emergency contact information documented. One file did not have the emergency authorization form completed. One file did not have the health provider statement. Two of the files did not have admission dates documented. One of the files did not have health care information documented.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-05

MINORCOMPLIANCE746.609(b)Oct 29, 2021

Ten children's files were reviewed. Two of the files have not been updated in a year.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-05

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE746.603(a)Oct 29, 2021

Ten children's files were reviewed. One file did not have the complete emergency contact information documented. One file did not have the emergency authorization form completed. One file did not have the health provider statement. Two of the files did not have admission dates documented. One of the files did not have health care information documented.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-05

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 29, 2021

A classroom was observed to be out of ratio.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-29

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 29, 2021

A classroom was observed to be out of ratio.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-29

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1601Oct 29, 2021

A classroom was observed to be out of ratio.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-10-29

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407(9)Oct 4, 2021

There are several places on the wall where the paint is chipped in the Pre K classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407(9)Oct 4, 2021

There are several places on the wall where the paint is chipped in the Pre K classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(b)Oct 4, 2021

1 cihild's record did not have an updated shot record to reflect the MMR vaccine was taken.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.3407(9)Oct 4, 2021

There are several places on the wall where the paint is chipped in the Pre K classroom.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(b)Oct 4, 2021

1 cihild's record did not have an updated shot record to reflect the MMR vaccine was taken.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-01

CRITICALCOMPLIANCE746.613(b)Oct 4, 2021

1 cihild's record did not have an updated shot record to reflect the MMR vaccine was taken.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-11-01

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(2)Jul 13, 2021

The pre-k classroom caregiver was not aware of how many children she was caring for during the inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-13

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(2)Jul 13, 2021

The pre-k classroom caregiver was not aware of how many children she was caring for during the inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-13

CRITICALSTAFFING746.1203(2)Jul 13, 2021

The pre-k classroom caregiver was not aware of how many children she was caring for during the inspection.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-07-13

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Apr 7, 2021

It was reported that a child was observed in a classroom alone.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-05-06

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Apr 7, 2021

It was reported that a child was observed in a classroom alone.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-05-06

CRITICALSAFETY746.1203(4)Apr 7, 2021

It was reported that a child was observed in a classroom alone.

Resolution: Corrected: 2021-05-06

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Goddard School's safety grade?

The Goddard School has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 0.0 out of 100.

How many violations does The Goddard School have?

The Goddard School has 207 total violations on record, including 159 critical, 45 serious, and 3 minor.

When was The Goddard School last inspected?

The Goddard School was last inspected on March 18, 2026.

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