The Goddard School

LAND O LAKES, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.5based on state inspection data
Capacity189
HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM
Est. price$1,009/mo

Contact information

Address16718 Balance Cv, Land O Lakes FL, 34638

CityLAND O LAKES, FL 34638

CountyPASCO

Phone8133584727

Operating details

HoursMon 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Tue 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Wed 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Thu 7:00AM to 6:00PM; Fri 7:00AM to 6:00PM

Capacity189

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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16718 Balance Cv, Land O Lakes FL, 34638, LAND O LAKES, FL 34638

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/29/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 406/29/2026

    40. Medication CCF Handbook, Section 6.5 (40-17)

    Medication which had expired or is no longer being administered was not discarded or returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian. CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Comments: During the inspection, Licensing Specialist observed that there was diaper ointment (Aquaphor) expired at the time of the inspection. The diaper ointment (Aquaphor) expired on July 2025 The director brought this standard back in compliance at the time of inspection by removing the diaper ointment from the classroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 6.5, H Medication. H. Medication that has expired or that is no longer being dispensed must be returned to the custodial parent or legal guardian or discarded. RECORD KEEPING Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-29. View official inspection document (report 3f18365a-1d3b-4b2e-aa71-4c452dd7e2d4)

    Corrected at inspection

2025

  1. High riskStandard 044/30/2025

    04. Supervision CCF Handbook, Section 2.4 (04-04)

    Children in the outdoor play area were not adequately supervised in that [a child was left on the playground alone]. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A Comments: During the inspection, the provider stated the child was left on the playground alone and unsupervised for 2 minutes. The director brought this standard back in compliance by finding the child and bringing him back into the classroom. During the inspection, Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance, CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.1, A- General Supervision Requirements. A. Child care personnel must position themselves in the outdoor play area so that all children can be observed and directly supervised. 05. Transportation CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 Not Monitored 06. Driver's License, Physician Certification & First Aid/CPR Training CCF Handbook, Section 2.5 and CCF Handbook, Section 7.4 Not Monitored 07. Vehicle Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 Not Monitored 08. Seat Belts/Child Restraints CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.4 and CCF Handbook, Section 2.5.5 Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-04-30. View official inspection document (report 23c64c9c-c7d7-4d8d-8fea-d84abf9bc2a0)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 123/14/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-02)

    An area(s) of the facility was observed to not be in good repair. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that in the Older Two's Classroom had a blue chair ripped and showing foam, and the Bridge Classroom had a red chair showing foam. This standard was brought back into compliance at the time of the inspection in that the Director removed them from the classroom. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, A: All childcare facilities must be clean, in good repair, free from health and safety hazards and from evidence of, or presence of, vermin infestation. Indoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety and documented on a daily inspection log. Outdoor play areas must be inspected daily for basic health and safety. Any problems must be corrected before the play area is used by children. Due: 4/14/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report 2e677912-6b55-4494-9ccc-687f995be24e)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 123/14/2025

    12. Facility Environment CCF Handbook, Section 3.1 (12-12)

    A fire hazard, [Ventilation Systems throughout the facility were not maintained], was observed in the facility. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B Comments: During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that Ventilation Systems throughout the facility were not maintained. The Director was given until April 14, 2025 to come into compliance with this standard. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance. CCF Handbook, Section 3.1, B: It is the responsibility of the director/operator to ensure all areas and equipment of the facility are free from fire hazards, such as lint build up in heating and air vents, filters, exhaust fans, ceiling fans, and dryer vents. This includes grease build-up in ovens, stoves and food equipment. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report 2e677912-6b55-4494-9ccc-687f995be24e)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 333/14/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-09)

    The facility did not have documented proof that all child care personnel were trained and knowledgeable within 30 days of date of hire in [ safe sleep practices and shaken baby syndrome]. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3 and 4.2.5 Comments: During the time of inspection, the Director advised the Licensing Specialist that there are 25 employees. During the time of the inspection, the Licensing Specialist monitored 25 of the 25 employee records. REMINDER: In-service training for 2024/2025 fiscal year must be completed before July 1, 2025. Counselor reviewed 10 hours of annual in-service, completed, for all childcare personnel for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist observed that one of the personnel did not complete the Safe Sleep Training within 30 days of employment. The Director was given until April 14, 2025 to come into compliance. During the inspection, the Licensing Specialist provided technical assistance. CCF Handbook, Section 4.2.3: All child care personnel who work in a facility that offers care to infants must have training regarding guidance on safe sleep practices, preventing shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; recognition of signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child and the development and vulnerabilities of the brain in infancy in early childhood within 30 days of hire at the facility. For childcare personnel to satisfy this requirement the training must be accomplished through one of following methods: Department's Health Safety and Nutrition course, Safe Sleep course, or the Early Learning Floridas Safe Sleep Practices. Documentation of training must be maintained on the Department's training transcript in the childcare personnel record. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-03-14. View official inspection document (report 2e677912-6b55-4494-9ccc-687f995be24e)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

10Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,009/month

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Typical prices in Florida run about $904/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Florida by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: LAND O LAKES, PASCO County
  • Capacity: 189
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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