Child Care Center
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The Goddard School
Minneapolis, MN
· Hennepin County
16755 COUNTY ROAD 24,
Minneapolis, MN 55447
Quick Facts
Capacity
138 children
Age Range
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Type of Care
Day Program
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1045455
License Holder
JP SALEA Group, Inc.
Licensed Since
2007
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Hennepin County Social Services
License Conditions: Maximum number of school age children in the Lemurs classroom is five.; Not To Exceed 37 Infant
Not To Exceed 55 Toddler
Not To Exceed 82 Preschool
Not To Exceed 5 School-Age
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About the Provider
The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
Additional Information:
Individual room capacities must not be exceeded at any time
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday - Friday
- Open Hours7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-08-20 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 2 - Program Plan/Interest Areas
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.54, subdivision 1, paragraph (2) - Reporting Requirements Violation Description: Facility: Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Program Plan/Interest Areas: Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Reporting Requirements: The program did not identify persons responsible for completing internal reviews. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Not Yet Submitted Correction Documentation Not Yet Submitted Correction Documentation Not Yet Submitted |
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| 2025-10-13 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.01, subdivision 27 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-09-04 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 9 - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 14 - Health Practices
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0130, subpart 1 - Reporting Requirements
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.10, subdivision 21, paragraph (b), clause (1); and section 142B.65, subdivision 1 - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.65, subdivision 3 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: The program's space was not clean. Health Practices: Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Reporting Requirements: The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Staff Training: Child development and learning training did not contain all required items. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2024-08-22 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 7 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2, paragraph (a), clause (1), (ii) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not follow background study requirements for a legal name change. Background Studies: The program did not supervise an individual with a background study that required supervision. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-08-18 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
| 2023-08-10 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 7 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.13, subdivision 2 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e) and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (f) - Risk Reduction Plan
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not follow background study requirements for a legal name change. Background Studies: An individual required to have a background study was allowed to have contact with children before receiving a DHS notice allowing contact. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Risk Reduction Plan: The Risk Reduction Plan did not include policies and procedures for supervising children when required by DHS. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-07-17 | Maltreatment Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2023-04-19 | Maltreatment Investigative Memorandum | |
| 2023-03-20 | Maltreatment Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.02, subdivision 18 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0045, subpart 1, item A - Program Practices Violation Description: Program Practices: Staff did not supervise the children at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2022-11-10 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 3. - Emergency Preparedness
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 17; and Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.66, subdivision 2, paragraph (e). - Facility
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0033, subpart 2; and Minnesota Rule, part 9503.0120, item B. - Staff Qualifications Violation Description: Emergency Preparedness: The emergency preparedness plan did not contain all required items. Facility: Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-08-09 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 9503.0032, subpart 2 - Staff Qualifications Violation Description: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-11-10 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-10-30 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-07-16 | Correction Order | |
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