The Goddard School Of Viera

MELBOURNE, FLChild Care FacilityLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity375
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

Address8557 Bower Ln, Melbourne FL, 32940

CityMELBOURNE, FL 32940

CountyBREVARD

Phone3214482750

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

Capacity375

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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8557 Bower Ln, Melbourne FL, 32940, MELBOURNE, FL 32940

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  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: 2/25/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 092/25/2025

    09. Planned Activities CCF Handbook, Section 2.6 (09-03)

    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 Comments: 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report af66a40b-fae4-4388-bb3f-f10e4de26dc3)

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 122/25/2025

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

    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 Comments: 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report af66a40b-fae4-4388-bb3f-f10e4de26dc3)

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 192/25/2025

    19. Nap/Sleep Space Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2 (19-02)

    A minimum distance of 18'' was not maintained between each napping/sleeping space. CCF Handbook, Section 3.6.2, C Comments: 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report af66a40b-fae4-4388-bb3f-f10e4de26dc3)

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 282/25/2025

    28. Bottles, Breastmilk, Formula and Infant Food CCF Handbook, Section 3.9 (28-02)

    Bottles and/or sippy cups brought from home were not labeled with childs first and last name. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.5, B Comments: 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. SANITATION AND EQUIPMENT Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report af66a40b-fae4-4388-bb3f-f10e4de26dc3)

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 292/25/2025

    29. Health and Sanitation CCF Handbook, Section 3.6, 3.9, and 3.10 (29-11)

    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 Comments: 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. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report af66a40b-fae4-4388-bb3f-f10e4de26dc3)

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 332/25/2025

    33. Training Requirements CCF Handbook, Section 4 (33-10)

    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 Comments: 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 training must be accomplished through the Departments Transportation Safety course or the Early Learning Floridas Precautions in Transporting Children course. Child care personnel working at a facility currently providing transportation must complete training by April 1, 2020. Documentation of training must be maintained on the training transcript in the child care personnel file. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-02-25. View official inspection document (report af66a40b-fae4-4388-bb3f-f10e4de26dc3)

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

6Total Violations
0Recent 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: MELBOURNE, BREVARD County
  • Capacity: 375
  • Type: Child Care Facility

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