The Goddard School
WELLINGTON, FL·Child Care FacilityLicensed
Contact information
Address2665 S State Road 7, Wellington FL, 33414
CountyPALM BEACH
Phone9544944361
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
Capacity146
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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2665 S State Road 7, Wellington FL, 33414, WELLINGTON, FL 33414
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/23/2026
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 156/23/2026
15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (15-02)
The wall in the [Preschool/ Toddler and 2yrold room] room was not in good repair as evidenced by [peeling paint/ damage, opening at bottom corner of the door.]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments: Observed peeling paint on wall , where the soap dispenser use to be in the following classroom Preschool and Toddler. Also The wall corner adjacent to the exit door in the 2yrold classroom has peeling paint and damage surface material. There is an opening / gap at the bottom corner near the the door frame where the wall is covering has deteriorated. Due: 7/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-23. View official inspection document (report 532e0190-99f4-4559-8cc1-c064e90b4dca)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 156/23/2026
15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (15-03)
The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be in good repair: [peeling leather sofa chair]. Physical Facility [SR] Comments: Observed in the Pre-K A class the arm rest of the leather red sofa chair is peeling . Due: 7/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-23. View official inspection document (report 532e0190-99f4-4559-8cc1-c064e90b4dca)
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 386/23/2026
38. Furniture/Bedding (Articles X.A, C; XII.I and XV.E) (38-15)
The child care facility made bedding assignments but had no record for review. Comments: No bedding assignment was available for review in the Pre-K B room. Due: 7/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-23. View official inspection document (report 532e0190-99f4-4559-8cc1-c064e90b4dca)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 476/23/2026
47. Cooking and Warming Devices (Article XII.H) (47-01)
A crock pot used for warming infant formula and food contained water that exceeded 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Comments: Observed in the infant room there is first year bottle warmer which had a container of baby food inside stored on steaming hot bottle warmer. The warmer exceeded 213 degrees. The staff removed the container/ unplugged the bottle warmer. MEDICATION Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-23. View official inspection document (report 532e0190-99f4-4559-8cc1-c064e90b4dca)
Corrected at inspection - High riskStandard 616/23/2026
61. Information Background Screening Check (Article VII.A, and B) (61-02)
Verification of an employment history check was not on file for personnel in the facility. Background Screening [SR] Comments: Observed (SD) employment history forms are incomplete. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-23. View official inspection document (report 532e0190-99f4-4559-8cc1-c064e90b4dca)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 666/23/2026
66. Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (66-03)
There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year. Comments: The 40 hour training was not complete for (SD) . The staff begun training on 10/17/2021. Staff date of Hire was on 6/15/2026, and has previously worked at another childcare center. Due: 7/7/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-23. View official inspection document (report 532e0190-99f4-4559-8cc1-c064e90b4dca)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 663/25/2026
66. Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (66-03)
There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year. Comments: (MT) has been in the childcare industry since 11/23/2024 but has been hired by The Goddard School on 8/26/2024. The 40-hour training within one year of employment has not been complete. Due: 4/14/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-25. View official inspection document (report e784017b-4be6-4133-8705-9bec899f78eb)
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 663/25/2026
66. Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (66-04)
There are staff employed for at least 12 months who failed to complete the 5-clock hours or .5 CEU training in early literacy and language development of children. Comments: (MT) did not complete the 5-hour early literacy course. Due: 4/14/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-25. View official inspection document (report e784017b-4be6-4133-8705-9bec899f78eb)
Not corrected - High riskStandard 683/25/2026
68. Child Abuse/Neglect Statement (Article VI.I) (68-01)
The personnel record for staff did not include a statement that they read or had read to them and understood the contents of the pamphlet "Child Abuse and Neglect in Florida, A Guide for Professionals." Personnel Records [SR] Comments: (MS) Child Abuse and Neglect form has expired 3/6/2025. Due: 4/13/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-03-25. View official inspection document (report e784017b-4be6-4133-8705-9bec899f78eb)
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,009/month
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About this daycare
- Location: WELLINGTON, PALM BEACH County
- Capacity: 146
- Type: Child Care Facility
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