The Goddard School

High risk The center must have a fire inspection by the local fire marshal before opening and every 12 months after.

State rule 746.5101(a) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months"

Inspector's note: The annual fire inspection has not been conducted since August 15th, 2025.

Corrected Sep 17, 2026, verified by the state Aug 18, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-low risk Training Criteria - Certificate

State rule 746.1317(c)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Training Criteria - Certificate"

Inspector's note: 4 staff files evaluated did not contain training certificates showing successful completion of training as the certificates could not be located.

Corrected Sep 5, 2025, verified by the state Aug 26, 2025.

High risk Cleaning supplies and toxic materials must be marked, kept away from food and out of children's reach.

State rule 746.3407(12) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Mark Cleaning Supplies, Toxic Materials; Keep Separate from Food and Inaccessible to Children"

Inspector's note: Bottles of cleaning solutions were stored on a shelf in reach of children. Note: The provider removed the cleaning supplies during the inspection.

Corrected Apr 24, 2025, verified by the state May 7, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).

Medium-high risk Cots and mats at nap time must be arranged as the state requires (for example not blocking exits, with room to walk).

State rule 746.2909(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Arrangement of Napping Equipment -Provides Sufficient Walking and Work Space"

Inspector's note: There was insufficient walking space on the side and front of the napping cots. Note: The cots were rearranged during the inspection providing sufficient space.

Corrected while the inspector was there.

Medium risk Toddlers must never be allowed to sleep or walk with a bottle or cup.

State rule 746.2505(4)(C) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Furnishings and Equipment for Toddlers - Never Allow Toddlers to Sleep or Walk With Bottles and Training Cups"

Inspector's note: A child was observed sleeping with a training cup during the inspection. Note: The provider removed the training cup during the inspection.

Corrected while the inspector was there.

High risk Employees and caregivers must show competence, good judgment and self-control.

State rule 746.1201(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-control"

Inspector's note: Based on the information obtained, a caregiver did not practice good judgment when they made the decision to leave a child in the restroom and close the door to the restroom which is against the daycare center's practices.

Corrected Apr 17, 2025, verified by the state Apr 24, 2025. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).