Child Care Center
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Good News Children's Center, Inc.
Rochester, MN
· Olmsted County
2645 North Broadway,
Rochester, MN 55906
Quick Facts
Capacity
77 children
Age range (listing information)
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
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Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Free and funded programs
Early Head Start (free for eligible families)
Federal Head Start program data, as of Oct 2026.
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
1011053
License Holder
Good News Children's Center, Inc.
Licensed Since
2001
License Issued
Jan 1, 2026
Active Through
Dec 31, 2026
Issued By
Minnesota Department of Human Services
District Office
Olmsted County
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About the Provider
Good News Children's Center is quality childcare in a safe environment that promotes life-long learning through developmentally appropriate and active learning curriculum.
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30am to 6:00pm
- Tuesday6:30am to 6:00pm
- Wednesday6:30am to 6:00pm
- Thursday6:30am to 6:00pm
- Friday6:30am to 6:00pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Report Date | Report Type | Report Status |
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| 2026-04-01 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.66, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 142B.45, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care Violation Description: Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2025-06-16 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.07, subdivision 5 - Postings
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Postings: A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR 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 |
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| 2024-07-23 | Fine Order | |
| 2024-07-01 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.18 - Background Studies
Minnesota Statutes, section 245C.04, subdivision 1, paragraph (b) - Background Studies
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0125, item G; and part 9503.0140, subpart 5 - Children's Records
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (a) - Children's Records
Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0032, subpart 2; and part 9503.0120, item B - Staff Qualifications
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 3 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 4 and Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0120, subpart D - Staff Training Violation Description: Background Studies: The program did not remove an individual with a background study disqualification. Background Studies: The program did not submit a background study request to DHS as required. Children's Records: Children's files did not contain immunization documentation. Children's Records: The Individual Child Care Program Plan for a child with a known allergy did not contain all required items. Staff Qualifications: Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications. Staff Training: The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Staff Training: The program did not comply with CPR 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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| 2023-07-11 | Licensing Review | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: Minnesota Rules, part 9503.0140, subpart 20 - Facility
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.41, subdivision 1, paragraph (d) - Health Practices
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.146, subdivision 4 - Infant and Toddler Care
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 1; and section 245A.04, subdivision 14, paragraph (b), clause (1) - Staff Training
Minnesota Statutes, section 245A.40, subdivision 7 - Staff Training Violation Description: Facility: Areas used by children were not in good repair. Health Practices: Food allergy information was not available to staff. Infant and Toddler Care: The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Staff Training: Staff orientation training did not include all required items. 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 Corrected on site Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2021-09-17 | Licensing Investigation | - See Violation(s) |
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Violation Category: 9503.0055, subpart 3 - Behavior Guidance Violation Description: Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Correction Documentation Submitted and Approved |
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| 2020-12-11 | Health and Safety Technical Assistance Review | In Compliance |
| 2019-08-27 | Correction Order | |
| 2018-09-10 | Correction Order | |
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