1 / 3The Goddard School
LicensedWhat this score could check
Verified evidence places this provider between 47 and 69. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
- State inspection history
- Parent reviews
- Accreditation
- Profile details
- Staff qualifications: not checked
- Staff qualification data is not yet available for this provider.
- Enforcement actions: not checked
- No state enforcement-action feed is available yet, so this score cannot confirm or rule out enforcement history.
Licensing facts on this page were last checked against the state record on . We republish the public licensing record and label absent fields plainly rather than leaving them blank. Where our data comes from · Report an error
On record in Florida.
14230 Spartina Ct, Jacksonville FL, 32224
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:30AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 160 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:30AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by The Goddard School and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.
Licensed to serve
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
Programs on record
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
The public record
- License number
- C04DU0808
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 160 children
- Address
- 14230 Spartina Ct, Jacksonville FL, 32224
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- +19048210085
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- February 25, 2010
- License expires
- February 24, 2027
This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.
Verified Credentials
- Level 2 Background Checks
- CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
- Secure Entry System
- Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)
Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.
Inspection record
Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.
5 clean inspections · 3 with findings in the last 8
FindingFeb '23
Feb 15, 2023
33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments Whi…
FindingJun '23
Jun 20, 2023
33-03: The facility did not have documentation to show child care personnel had begun the introductory training within 90 days of employment in the child care industry. CCF Handbook, Section 4.1 Comments Cou…
- CleanFeb '24
- CleanJun '24
- CleanOct '24
FindingMay '25
May 14, 2025
11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments The staff agreed she used physical …
- CleanFeb '26
- CleanJun '26
Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.
What the record says
Provider highlights
Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.
Signals of care
Strengths
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
Consider before choosing
Not enough signal recorded yet.
From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 8 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
Our son was one of the first children at this location when it opened. In those first few years we absolutely loved the tight knit community and attention...
Kristin D.Dec 13, 2024 - Yelp
This school is the worst place to put a child that is autistic. My son is on the spectrum which comes with ADHD and meltdowns and aggression. That is normal...
Angela K.Jun 23, 2022 - Yelp
I absolutely love The Goddard School! Our situation is a bit different and they were very accommodating. We ended up taking a temporary spot for the month...
Emily M.Nov 20, 2018
Review insights powered by Yelp. Reviews shown verbatim as returned by Yelp Fusion.
Questions parents ask about The Goddard School
Is The Goddard School a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Goddard School holds Florida DCF licence C04DU0808, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on February 25, 2010. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Goddard School offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Goddard School is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.
Does The Goddard School accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Goddard School participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.
How many children can The Goddard School care for?
- The Goddard School is licensed for up to 160 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Goddard School had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 14 inspections at The Goddard School, 3 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.
