The Goddard School

Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

Rule 2.219.B.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 17, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 24, 2026.

In the case medication needs to be given on an ongoing, long-term basis, the authorization and consent forms must be reauthorized on an at least annual basis. Any changes in the original medication authorization require a new written order by the prescribing practitioner and a change in the prescription label.

Rule 2.220.E. CDEC’s category: Health/Medication. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 17, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 24, 2026.

Window blind cords must be secured out of children’s reach to prevent strangulation.

Rule 2.229.B. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 17, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 24, 2026.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 2.229.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 17, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 24, 2026.

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

Rule 2.230.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 17, 2026. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 24, 2026.

The Trails child abuse or neglect records request must be made on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee within the following required time frames: Child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt providers must meet the following: Individuals who have obtained a successfully completed CBI or FBI record check may care for children, for no longer than ninety (90) calendar days, while waiting for all other required background checks to be completed. The individual must be supervised at all times by an individual who has successfully completed all required background checks.

Rule 2.120.C.1.a.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Every five (5) years, all child abuse and neglect inquiry background checks must be renewed by resubmitting an inquiry form and current fee to the Department for processing. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the inquiry form must be obtained before five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.

Rule 2.120.I. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

The following background check requests must be submitted and successfully completed for each state an individual has resided in, in the past five years, prior to an individual caring for children or allowing the individual unsupervised access to children in child care centers (less than 24-hour care), school-age child care facilities, family child care homes, and qualified exempt provider homes:

Rule 2.121.J.1. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

A child care facility must require each staff member of the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the staff member’s personal responsibility to report all incidents of child abuse or neglect according to state law.

Rule 2.126.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Each staff member of the facility must be trained in fire safety and the use of available fire extinguishers and fire alarms

Rule 2.133.B. CDEC’s category: Staff Files. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 2.138.A. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission. This record must be updated annually and when changes occur. The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility;

Rule 2.209.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Prior to working with children, each staff member must read and be trained on the center’s policies and procedures for the administration of medications. Staff members must sign a statement indicating that they have read and have been trained on the center’s administration of medications policies and procedures

Rule 2.212.N. CDEC’s category: Personnel. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Within ninety (90) calendar days of employment, all directors and assistant directors must complete the Department-approved training: Introduction to Child Care Health Consultation. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing professional development.

Rule 2.213.K. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Within thirty (30) calendar days of admission, and within thirty (30) calendar days following the expiration date of a previous health statement, the parent(s)/guardian(s) of each child must submit a statement of the child’s current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care provider. The statement of the child’s current health status must be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12) months, or within the last six (6) months for children less than two and one-half (2½) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is required by the health care provider. All health statements must be kept at the center.

Rule 2.219.B.2. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

All diaper change areas must: Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;

Rule 2.222.A.1.b. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Window blind cords must be secured out of children’s reach to prevent strangulation.

Rule 2.229.B. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Glitter must not be used with children under three (3) years of age.

Rule 2.229.F. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 2.229.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and materials made of brittle, easily breakable plastic or glass are not permitted for children less than five (5) years of age.

Rule 2.229.M. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

Rule 2.230.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 2.237.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Apr 2, 2025. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Apr 22, 2025.

A fitted sheet and a blanket, or suitable covering, must be provided for each child to be used only by that child.

Rule 2.223.D.4.c. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 19, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 30, 2024.

Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.

Rule 2.223.D.5.a.1. CDEC’s category: General Requirement/Physical Care. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 19, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 30, 2024.

All staff must have at least one (1) hour of child development training within ninety (90) days of employment. This training must include the major domains (cognitive, social, emotional, physical development and approaches to learning). This training is required once and will count toward ongoing training requirements if taken after the date of hire.

Rule 2.213.L. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 27, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 20, 2024.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 2.229.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 20, 2024.

A variety of play equipment and materials appropriate for children’s age, size, developmental needs, and activities must be provided for both indoor and outdoor structured and free play.

Rule 2.230.A. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 20, 2024.

Buildings must be kept in good repair and maintained in a safe condition.

Rule 2.237.B. CDEC’s category: Building Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: May 20, 2024. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Jul 20, 2024.

Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly, but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.

Rule 7.701.100.F.2.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 16, 2023.

A child care facility must require each staff member of the facility to read and sign a statement clearly defining child abuse and neglect pursuant to state law and outlining the staff member’s personal responsibility to report all incidents of child abuse or neglect according to state law.

Rule 7.701.53.A.. CDEC’s category: General Rules. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 16, 2023.

The center must have enough play materials and equipment so that at any one time each child for which the center is licensed for can be individually involved. Separate play rooms or separate interest centers must be provided for each category of equipment required for the program. A variety of material and equipment from the following categories must be available:

Rule 7.702.71.R. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 16, 2023.

In the toddler program, some play materials and equipment easily accessible to children must be provided from each of the following categories: Books and pictures

Rule 7.702.71.S.1. CDEC’s category: Toddler Program. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 16, 2023.

An appropriate supply of play materials must be readily accessible to children and must be arranged in an orderly manner so that children can select, remove, and replace the play materials either independently or with minimum assistance.

Rule 7.702.71.U. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Jul 20, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Aug 16, 2023.

At the time of admission, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must provide for each child entering the center: Health statements for children over two (2) years of age to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended schedule for routine well child exams.

Rule 7.702.51.A.2.d. CDEC’s category: Child Records. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Mar 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 15, 2023.

Staff must investigate whenever children cry, scream, or appear to withdraw and must try to verbally or physically soothe the child. When putting infants to sleep, staff may allow for a period of no longer than ten (10) minutes without verbally or physically soothing the child to enable the infant to try to self soothe and fall asleep.

Rule 7.702.62.B.3. CDEC’s category: Infant Program. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 15, 2023.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 7.702.71.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 15, 2023.

In the toddler program, some play materials and equipment easily accessible to children must be provided from each of the following categories: Books and pictures

Rule 7.702.71.S.1. CDEC’s category: Toddler Program. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 15, 2023.

In rooms used by children, all electrical outlets that are accessible to children must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed.

Rule 7.702.91.H. CDEC’s category: Indoor/Safety Requirements. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 16, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Mar 15, 2023.

The admission record must include: A dated, written authorization for emergency medical care signed and updated annually by the parent(s)/guardian(s). The authorization must be notarized if required by the local hospital, clinic, or emergency health care facility.

Rule 7.702.34.A.7. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 2, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 8, 2023.

Children must be actively supervised at all times.

Rule 7.702.65.C.3. CDEC’s category: Meals/Snacks/Activities. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 2, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 8, 2023.

Toys, toy parts, furnishings, equipment, and any materials accessible to children under than three (3) years of age must not be a choke hazard or able to be inhaled. Any area of the facility accessible to children less than three (3) years of age must be free of any choke or inhalation hazards.

Rule 7.702.71.L. CDEC’s category: Equipment/Materials. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 2, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 8, 2023.

Indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, and furnishings must be sturdy, safe, and free of hazards.

Rule 7.702.72.B. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 2, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 8, 2023.

Major cleaning prohibited in rooms occupied by children.

Rule 7.702.91.C. Correction due, as CDEC set it: Feb 2, 2023. Cleared, as CDEC recorded it: Feb 8, 2023.