The Goddard School
Licensed child-care center in Fort Worth, TX 76244 · Texas operation #1838963 · part of The Goddard School
Record summary
4 high-risk · 14 total
4 high-risk citations in the last 24 months (14 citations in all, from 3 inspections and 1 investigation); last inspection Oct 16, 2026.
1 of 14 citations was corrected while the inspector was there.
Counted from the state's records from Nov 12, 2024 to Nov 12, 2026. This is a count, not a grade: bigger centers get more visits, and one visit can produce several citations. How we summarize.
Details
- Address
- 8801 Ray White Road, Fort Worth, TX 76244
- Phone
- (425) 818-1900
- Ages served
- Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, School age
- Hours
- Mon to Fri, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 157 children
- Child care subsidy
- No, per the state record
- Type
- Licensed child-care center
- Permit
- Initial since Jul 31, 2026
- Director
- Kelly Dears
- Programs
- School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care
Texas age groups: infants are under 18 months, toddlers 18 months to 3 years, pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 years (age when the school year starts), school age 5 and older and in kindergarten or above. Openings and tuition are not in the state data: call to ask.
Inspection history, last 24 months
Oct 16, 2026: Inspection
13 citations.
High risk Licensed Operations Required Fees
State rule 745.509 (licensing rules for every operation): "Licensed Operations Required Fees"
Inspector's note: The background check fee was observed to be over 30 days past due.
Corrected Oct 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
High risk The operation's policies must comply with the state's minimum standards.
State rule 746.201(1) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Policies Comply with Rules"
Inspector's note: No updated operational policies were available at the operation.
Corrected Oct 23, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
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 operation does not have a current fire inspection.
Corrected Nov 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Written Personnel Policies
State rule 746.201(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Written Personnel Policies"
Inspector's note: No updated personnel policies were available to review at the operation.
Corrected Oct 23, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk The operation must comply with child-care laws and rules.
State rule 746.201(9) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Complying with Laws and Rules"
Inspector's note: The fire panel was observered to be disabled with a red fire marshall tag stating "told not to fix." On the playground live wires were observed sticking out of the ground. The wires were accessible to chidlren and creating a tripping hazard.
Corrected Oct 30, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Sleeping equipment must be sanitized.
State rule 746.3407(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Sanitize Sleeping Equipment"
Inspector's note: Classroom staff in Get Set 2 indicated to CCR staff that nap mats are not sanitized in between each use.
Corrected Oct 23, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Caregivers must use disposable gloves when diapering.
State rule 746.3505(c) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Diapering Procedures - Use Disposable Gloves"
Inspector's note: The Get Set 2 teacher was observed changing multiple children's diapers without changing her gloves in between or washing her hands after removing the gloves. This was corrected at inspection when the teacher was instructed to change her gloves and wash her hands.
Corrected while the inspector was there. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-high risk Hazards found on outdoor play equipment must be removed or repaired.
State rule 746.4751(c) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Maintenance Procedures for Active Play - Hazards Removed or Repaired"
Inspector's note: In the outdoor play space live wires were observed to be exposed and accessible to children. In the same area an exposed cement drainage area was observed as an obvious hazard.
Corrected Nov 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium risk The most recent licensing inspection report or letter must be posted.
State rule 746.401(2) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Posting Requirements - Letter or form from the most recent Licensing Inspection or Investigation"
Inspector's note: No 2936 was observed posted in the operation.
Corrected Oct 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium risk Required notices and information must be posted where parents can see them.
State rule 746.401(3) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Posting Requirements - Licensing Notice-Keeping Children Safe"
Inspector's note: No Keeping Children Safe notice was observed in the operation.
Corrected Oct 19, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium risk Safety straps on chairs must be used if the manufacturer requires them.
State rule 746.4501(b) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by Manufacturer"
Inspector's note: Two bucket seat tables were observed to be missing the straps that are required by the manufacture.
Corrected Nov 6, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium risk Each employee's file must hold the personnel records the state requires (such as signed affidavits, dates of employment and proof of qualifications).
State rule 746.901 (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Required Personnel Records"
Inspector's note: Updated personnel files were unavailable for review.
Corrected Nov 6, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Medium-low risk The licensing parent notification poster must be posted.
State rule 746.401(7) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Posting Requirements - Licensing Parent Notification Poster"
Inspector's note: No Parent Notification Poster was observed in the operation.
Corrected Oct 19, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Aug 31, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
Aug 27, 2026: Investigation of a report
1 citation.
High risk Caregivers must supervise every child at all times: close enough to step in, and always aware of what each child is doing.
State rule 746.1205(a)(4) (minimum standards for child-care centers): "Supervision ensures each child's safety, well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child's on going activity"
Inspector's note: A caregiver was not aware of 2 children's ongoing activities.
Corrected Sep 29, 2026, verified by the state Oct 16, 2026. The inspector gave technical assistance (advice on how to comply).
Jul 28, 2026: Inspection
No citations.
What the risk levels mean
Texas gives every rule a weight from High to Low, based on the risk to children when it is broken. A citation is one rule found not met at one visit. How to read a Texas inspection report.
- High risk: breaking it can put a child in immediate danger (for example supervision, ratios, safe sleep, background checks, prohibited punishment).
- Medium-high risk: a real safety or health concern, but usually less immediate (for example hazards in a room, missing medical or allergy information, required training).
- Medium risk: important for health and safety over time (for example records, drills, equipment upkeep).
- Medium-low risk: mostly paperwork or reporting that supports safety.
- Low risk: administrative requirements with little direct risk to children.
Official record
The full record, including older history, is on the state's site: The Goddard School on Search Texas Child Care. Texas operation #1838963.
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