Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.75
- Local median
- 0.25
The Goddard School Of Viera
8557 Bower Ln, Melbourne, FL 32940
- License:
- C18BR0342
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- Gold Seal, After School, Food Served, Full Day, Infant Care, Transportation
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 375
- License expiration:
- August 6, 2027
Typical cost: $1,127 - $1,278 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,127 - $1,278/mo
Median daily rate: $52.00 - $59.00
Official Florida Division of Early Learning Brevard 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, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsJune 25, 2026
Summary
This summary covers eight available inspections for The Goddard School Of Viera from July 29, 2024 through June 25, 2026.
One inspection recorded a violation, with six recorded violations in total.
The most recent higher-concern violation was on February 25, 2025 and involved sleep safety.
Five later inspections, from March 12, 2025 through June 25, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 8
- Recorded violations
- 6
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
8 total inspections vs 11 local median in 32940
Compared to 15 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 0%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 13%
- Local median
- 17%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.4
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
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. CCF Handbook, Section 2.6
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the facility's written plan of scheduled activities was not posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians. Director posted the scheduled activities for the after schoolers at time of inspection, putting the facility back in compliance for this standard. T/A Given in regards to having activities posted posted in a conspicuous place accessible to the custodial parents or legal guardians.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 09 - Planned Activities
- Official code
- 09-03
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- A fire hazard, [a changing table and rolling easel was next to the evacuation door.], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed a changing table and rolling easel was next to the evacuation door, leaving an obstacle if there was an emergency. Director moved the items at time of inspection, putting the provider in compliance for this standard.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 12 - Facility Environment
- Official code
- 12-12
Higher concern: Sleep safety
- Report finding
- A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed a minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space (3 year old classroom). Provider had teachers move the cots at time of inspection, putting the provider back in compliance for this standard. T/A given to the director to keep napping mats 18 inches apart from each other.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT - 19 - Nap/Sleep Space Requirements
- Official code
- 19-02
Medium concern: Health or food records
- Report finding
- Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed several sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. Licensing Specialist had director inform teachers to place first and last names on the water bottles/cups, putting the provider in compliance for this standard at time of inspection. T/A given in regards to checking names on cups daily.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 28 - Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food
- Official code
- 28-02
Medium concern: Facility condition
- Report finding
- The facility failed to have a test kit or other device to accurately measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution used for ware washing. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.4, A.4. & C.3
- Inspector notes
- Licensing Specialist observed the failed to have a test kit or other device to accurately measure the concentration of the sanitizing solution used for ware washing. Director ordered strips at time of inspection, putting the provider back in compliance for this standard. T/A Given in regards to keeping test kits on site at all times.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT - 29 - Health and Sanitation
- Official code
- 29-11
Higher concern: Transportation
- Report finding
- The facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.6
- Correction / follow-up note
- Licensing Specialist observed the facility did not have documented proof that child care personnel (6) participating in the transportation of children were trained on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. Director will have these staff complete the required training within the due date to come back in compliance for this standard. T/A Given in regards to Transportation Training All child care personnel participating in the transportation of children must have training regarding guidance on safe transportation practices prior to participating in transportation of children. For child care personnel to satisfy this requirement the tr ... [truncated]
- Correction status
- Due by March 25, 2025
More details
- Report section
- TRAINING - 33 - Training Requirements
- Official code
- 33-10
No recorded violations in this report
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 training process for staff members who assist with transporting children to ensure everyone is prepared?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from an inspection in February 2025 show that documentation was missing regarding required training for staff participating in transportation. Asking about the current process helps clarify how the center ensures all drivers are properly prepared and documented.
- Context
- The facility was required to ensure staff completed the necessary training following the February 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you monitor the classroom setup to ensure napping areas consistently maintain the required spacing for safety?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 noted that napping mats were not spaced at the required distance. This question helps understand the daily practices used to maintain a safe sleep environment.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the February 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What is your process for checking that all personal items, like water bottles and cups, are clearly labeled for each child?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from February 2025 indicate that some items brought from home were missing proper identification labels. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center manages personal belongings to keep them organized.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the February 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How does the center ensure that sanitizing solutions for dishware are always measured and maintained at the correct concentration?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from February 2025 show a finding regarding the availability of testing kits for sanitizing solutions. This question helps clarify the center's current procedures for maintaining hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the February 2025 inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that emergency exits and evacuation paths remain clear of any furniture or obstacles throughout the day?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from February 2025 noted an instance where items were placed near an evacuation door. Asking about this helps parents understand how the center monitors the environment to keep emergency routes accessible.
- Context
- The issue was corrected at the time of the February 2025 inspection.
Related violations