Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.5
- Local median
- 0.79
The Goddard School
8985 Annie Eliza Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256
- License:
- C04DU1466
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 11, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, VPK, Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 247
- License expiration:
- June 29, 2027
Typical cost: $1,192 - $1,300 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,192 - $1,300/mo
Median daily rate: $55.00 - $60.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Duval County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
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Latest inspectionJune 15, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 15, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 14 available inspections for The Goddard School from February 23, 2023 through June 15, 2026.
Four inspections recorded violations, with seven recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 19, 2025 and involved background screening, with a due date of March 3, 2025.
That higher-concern topic showed up in two inspections.
Five later inspections, from February 24, 2025 through June 15, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 14
- Recorded violations
- 7
- Higher-concern violations
- 5
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
14 total inspections vs 11.5 local median in 32256
Compared to 18 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 21%
- Local median
- 25%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 29%
- Local median
- 33%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 1.56
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.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed during inspection a total of 8 staff members that did not have the 5 year employment history and reference checks completed. Licensing Specialist observed the provider complete 7 staff members employment history and reference checks at the time of inspection. One staff member still needs the five year employment history and reference check completed. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.1 Initial Screening D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented attempts to contact each employer that employed the individual within the preceding five years, and d ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 3, 2025
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ after a 90-day break in service.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed one staff member with child care industry start date of 4/17/2023. The staff member left the child care industry on 5/31/2024. The staff member became employed with the facility on 11/11/2024 and had a background screening clearance eligibility date of 4/5/2023. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.2 Re-Screening A screening conducted under this rule is valid for five years, at which time a re-screen must be conducted in the same manner as the initial screening. C. Child care personnel must be re-screened following a break in employment in the child care industry that exceeds 90 days. Child care ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed the Employee/Contractor Roster was not current or updated with the facilitys staff/personnel as of inspection date. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.1 Initial Screening K. The employer/owner/operator must add child care personnel to their Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of when the individual has received a child care eligible result and has been hired at the facility. Employer/owner/operator must add an end date for individuals on the Employee/Contractor Roster in the Clearinghouse within 10 days of the employment termination. Corrective Action: Licensing Speci ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-09
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Supervision of children in the [2 year old] group was inadequate in that [child #1 was left alone and unsupervised in the bathroom while 2 staff members took the other 14- 2 year old to the gym]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist determined through evidence and testimony that child #1 was left alone and unsupervised in the bathroom for less than 5 minutes on 1/23/2025. Child #1 was left alone and unsupervised in the bathroom while the 2 staff members left the classroom to go play in the facility's gym. Licensing Specialist gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 2.4 Supervision Corrective Action: The 2 staff members observed that child #1 was not present upon arrival to the gym. 1 staff member left the gym, found child #1 alone and in the classrooms bathroom, and returned with child #1 to the gym. The standard was completed at time of inspection due to chi ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-01
Medium concern: Incident records
- Report finding
- Child care personnel failed to document an accident or incident on the day that it occurred. CCF Handbook, Section 6.4, A
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist determined through evidence and testimony that child #1's parents did not receive and sign an incident/accident report for the incident that occurred on 1/23/2025, until 1/29/2025. LS gave technical assistance during inspection from Child Care Facility Handbook: 6.4 Accident/Incident Notification A. All accidents and incidents or unusual occurrences that are threatening to the health, safety, or welfare of a child that occur while the child is in care must be documented on the same day they occur. Corrective Action: The facility provided child #1's parents with documentation of the incident report on 1/29/2025, therefore the standard was completed at time of inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- HEALTH REQUIREMENTS - 39 - Accident/ Incident Notification and Documentation
- Official code
- 39-03
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Medium concern: Staff training
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1
- Inspector notes
- Counselor observed one staff member with child care industry start date of 5/18/2023 and employment date at the facility of 8/31/2023. As of inspection date, staff member has not begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 4.1 Beginning Training Child care personnel including volunteers who work 10 hours or more per month must begin training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry and successfully complete Departments training within 12 months from the date training begins. Training taken prior to employment in the child care industry does no ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by September 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-03
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- An employment history verification was not documented and on file. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, D
- Inspector notes
- Counselor could not observe 7 staff members complete 5 year employment history records with verifications on file during inspection. Counselor gave technical assistance from the Child Care Facility Handbook: 5.1 Initial Screening A screening must be conducted as a condition of employment. The employer/owner/operator must review each employment application to assess the relevancy of any issue uncovered by the complete background screening, including any arrest, pending criminal charge, or conviction, and must use this information in employment decisions in accordance with state laws. D. The employer/owner/operator must conduct employment history checks, including documented at ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-04
No recorded violations in this report
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 current process for ensuring all staff background screening records and employment history verifications are kept up to date?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a February 2025 inspection indicate that the facility had gaps in maintaining the required employee roster and documentation for background screening and employment history. This question helps clarify the steps now in place to ensure all personnel files remain current and compliant.
- Context
- The facility completed the required corrections at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What specific procedures are in place to ensure children are always actively supervised, especially during transitions or when moving between different areas of the facility?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from January 2025 noted an instance where a child was left unsupervised in a bathroom area. This question allows the director to explain the current supervision protocols and how staff are trained to maintain constant oversight.
- Context
- The issue was addressed at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center handle documentation and parent communication following any minor incident or accident that occurs during the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from January 2025 show a finding related to the timely documentation and notification of an incident. Asking this helps parents understand the center's current policy for ensuring families receive prompt and accurate information.
- Context
- The facility completed the required documentation at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your approach to ensuring that all new staff members complete their required introductory training within the expected timeframes?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official report from September 2023 identified a gap in training documentation for a staff member. This question helps parents learn how the center tracks and verifies that all employees meet their training requirements upon hiring.
Related violations
General question
How do you foster open communication with families regarding daily routines and any changes in classroom staffing?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Regular communication helps families stay informed about their child's daily experiences and builds trust in the center's operations. Understanding how the provider shares information about staffing and routines supports a collaborative partnership between parents and caregivers.