Gold Childcare Center
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.1 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.Not Available
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.1 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 1 out of 5 star overall. Heads-up: this facility's license is currently under sanction or carries an open enforcement action. Structural quality reflects a license currently under sanction (probation or restriction). The structural rating also includes Minnesota's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Minnesota caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA). Teachers must complete 24 hours of annual training. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 60
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8 Toddlers 1:7 14 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- Child Development Associate (CDA)
Inspection History
Across 6 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (14), Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (14), and Building & Premises Safety (12). Of 135 total findings, 9 were critical.
See All 6 Inspection Visits
May 7, 202612 Findings1 Critical11 Important
- FacilityStat. 142B.54 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17
Hazardous objects were accessible to children.
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 2
The correct number of qualified staff were not present.
- Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 2
Children did not have daily access to all interest areas.
- Nap and RestMinn. R. 9503.0050 subp. 3
Children were confined to napping equipment longer than 30 minutes.
- Children with Special NeedsMinn. R. 9503.0065 subp. 3
The program did not have an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with special needs and/or staff did not follow the plan.
- Documentation LogsMinn. R. 9503.0110 subp. 3 item D and E and subp. 4 item B
The program did not have documentation of fire and/or tornado drills.
- Food and WaterMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 4
Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA.
- Access and RecordsMinn. Stat. 142B.10 subd. 12
The DCYF licensor was not given access as required.
- Children's RecordsMinn. Stat. 142B.66 subd. 1(a)
The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy.
- Health PracticesMinn. Stat. 142B.66 subd. 1(d)
Food allergy information was not available to staff.
- Emergency PreparednessMinn. Stat. 142B.66 subd. 3(d)
The emergency preparedness plan was not updated yearly.
- Program PracticesStat. 142B.01 subd. 27 R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item A
Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Feb 24, 202618 Findings18 Important
- Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0032 subp. 2 9503.0120 item B
Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications.
- Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0033 subp. 2 9503.0120 item B
Documentation was not available to show that an assistant teacher met qualifications.
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0034 subp. 1 9503.0040 subp. 2 item D
A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide.
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 2
The correct number of qualified staff were not present.
- Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 2
Children did not have daily access to all interest areas.
- Equipment ListMinn. R. 9503.0060
The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies.
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125
Children's files did not contain all required items.
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19
Equipment and furniture were not in good repair.
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 20
Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements.
- Medication/First AidMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 7 item E
The program did not comply with medication storage requirements.
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 11
Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded.
- PostingsMinn. Stat. 142B.16 subd. 5
The conditional license was not posted in a prominent place.
- PostingsMinn. Stat. 142B.16 subd. 5 142B.18 subd. 6
A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 142B.45 subd. 3
Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 142B.46(b)
Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months.
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.65 subd. 3
Child development and learning training did not contain all required items.
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.65 subd. 9
All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements.
- Emergency PreparednessMinn. Stat. 142B.66 subd. 3(d)
The emergency preparedness plan was not updated yearly.
Nov 24, 202527 Findings2 Critical25 Important
- Background StudiesMinn. Stat. 245C.04 subd. 1(b) and (h)
The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required.
- FacilityStat. 142B.54 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17
Hazardous objects were accessible to children.
- Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0031 subp. 1 9503.0120 item B
Documentation was not available to show that the director met qualifications.
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 4
Children were not placed within the correct age category.
- Equipment ListMinn. R. 9503.0060
The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0090 subp. 2 item D
Daily written reports were not provided to parents.
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0115 9503.0125
The program did not have a file for each child.
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125
Children's files did not contain all required items.
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 item G 9503.0140 subp. 3
Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation.
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 item G 9503.0140 subp. 5
Children's files did not contain immunization documentation.
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19
Equipment and furniture were not in good repair.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19
Toys and equipment that were placed in a child's mouth were not cleaned at least daily.
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 9
The program's space was not clean.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item A
Dietary instructions for each infant were not obtained from parents.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item B
Infant feeding schedules were not available in the food preparation area.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item D
Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name.
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.10 subd. 21(b)(1) 142B.65 subd. 1
Staff orientation training did not include all required items.
- Program PracticesMinn. Stat. 142B.16 subd. 1(a)(4) and subd. 3
The license holder did not comply with all terms of the Order of Conditional License.
- PostingsMinn. Stat. 142B.16 subd. 5
The conditional license was not posted in a prominent place.
- Attendance RecordsMinn. Stat. 142B.41 subd. 10(a)
Attendance records did not contain all required items.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 142B.45 subd. 4
The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 142B.46(b)
Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months.
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 142B.46(d)
The program placed an infant under one year of age down to sleep with weighted clothing, a hood, and/or a bib.
- Risk Reduction PlanMinn. Stat. 142B.54 subd. 3
The Risk Reduction Plan was not reviewed each calendar year.
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.65 subd. 3
Child development and learning training did not contain all required items.
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.65 subd. 9
All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements.
- Program PracticesStat. 142B.01 subd. 27 R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item A
Staff did not supervise the children at all times.
Jan 6, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Fire and Safety CodesMinn. Stat. 245A.04 subd. 2a
The program did not document compliance with all fire and safety codes or provide an appropriate waiver.
Jun 5, 202446 Findings3 Critical43 Important
- Reporting RequirementsMinn. R. 9503.0130 subp. 1
The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 15
A hazardous area was accessible to children. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityStat. 245A.66 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17
Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0031 subp. 1 9503.0120 item B
Documentation was not available to show that the director met qualifications. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0032 subp. 2 9503.0120 item B
Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 3 item B, (1)
Infants were mixed with children of other age categories. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 3 item B, (2)
There was more than a 36-month age range in a mixed age group. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 4
Children were not placed within the correct age category. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item F
The program did not meet the developmental needs of each child as required in the child care program plan. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 2
Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Behavior GuidanceMinn. R. 9503.0055 subp. 3
Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Equipment ListMinn. R. 9503.0060
The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Personnel RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0115 item B 9503.0120
The program did not have a file for each staff person. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125
Children's files did not contain all required items. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 item G 9503.0140 subp. 3
Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 item G 9503.0140 subp. 5
Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 subp. E
Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 subp. F
Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 subp. I
Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 10
The program's bathrooms were not clean. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 11
The diaper changing area was not properly equipped. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19
Equipment and furniture were not in good repair. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Health PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 2
The yearly health consultant's review was not completed. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Health PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 2
The monthly health consultant's review of infant policies was not completed. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 20
Areas used by children were not in good repair. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Medication/First AidMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 7 item D
Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Medication/First AidMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 7 item E
The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 9
The program's space was not clean. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Food and WaterMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 2
Snack did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Food and WaterMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 4
Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item A
Dietary instructions for each infant were not obtained from parents. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item B
Infant feeding schedules were not available in the food preparation area. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item D
Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 10
Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 11
Electrical outlets were not tamper-proof or shielded. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Food and WaterMinn. Stat. 245A.14 subd. 17
The program used water bottles to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.1435(b)
Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 4
The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.40 subd. 7
All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Children's RecordsMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 1(a)
The program did not develop an Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Health PracticesMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 1(d)
Food allergy information was not available to staff. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Emergency PreparednessMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 3(d)
The emergency preparedness plan was not updated each calendar year. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Risk Reduction PlanMinn. Stat. 245A.66 subd. 3(b)
The Risk Reduction Plan was not reviewed each calendar year. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesStat. 245A.02 subd. 18 R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item A
Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Staff TrainingStat. 245A.40 subd. 3 R. 9503.0120 subp. D
The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Staff TrainingStat. 245A.40 subd. 4 R. 9503.0120 subp. D
The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
Feb 20, 202431 Findings3 Critical28 Important
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 15
A hazardous area was accessible to children. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 16
Fire extinguishers were not maintained. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityStat. 245A.66 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17
Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 3 item B, (1)
Infants were mixed with children of other age categories. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 3 item B, (2)
There was more than a 36-month age range in a mixed age group. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item F
The program did not meet the developmental needs of each child as required in the child care program plan. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 2
Children did not have daily access to all interest areas. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Equipment ListMinn. R. 9503.0060
The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Equipment and SuppliesMinn. R. 9503.0060 subp. 1
Equipment was not appropriate to the age categories served. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 10
The program's bathrooms were not clean. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Health PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 13
Children's hands were not washed with soap and water. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 15
Children did not have access to personal hygiene products. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 18
The program did not have emergency equipment. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Health PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 2
The monthly health consultant's review of infant policies was not completed. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 20
Areas used by children were not in good repair. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 20
Carpet or rugs were not in good repair and/or did not meet safety requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Medication/First AidMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 7 item C
The program did not follow medication administration procedures. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Medication/First AidMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 7 item D
Products to control diaper rash were not properly labeled. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Medication/First AidMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 7 item E
The program did not comply with medication storage requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 9
The program's space was not clean. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Food and WaterMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 3
Staff did not wash the tables used for meals with soap and water. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Food and WaterMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 4
Meals did not comply with the nutritional requirements of the USDA. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0145 subp. 7 item D
Each infant's bottle was not labeled with the child's first and last name. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 10
Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.04 subd. 14(c)
The program's policies and procedures were not readily accessible and/or organized. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Access and RecordsMinn. Stat. 245A.04 subd. 5
The DHS licensor was not given access as required. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Attendance RecordsMinn. Stat. 245A.14 subd. 14(a)
Attendance records did not contain all required items. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Food and WaterMinn. Stat. 245A.14 subd. 17
The program used water bottles to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.1435(b)
Crib mattresses and/or sheets did not meet safety requirements, and/or items were in a crib for an infant under 12 months. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Health PracticesMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 2, paragraph (4)
The program did not have the required bodily fluid disposal supplies available to staff. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted
- Program PracticesStat. 245A.02 subd. 18 R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item A
Staff did not supervise the children at all times. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted