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The Goddard School

3467 Pierce Drive, Chamblee, GA 303414.5· 57 reviews
licensed capacity
162
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$205

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About

About The Goddard School

The Goddard School is a licensed child care center in Chamblee, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 162 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: Infants - 8 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
162 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Mon-Fri 7:00 am - 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants - 8 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumWonder of Learning®
EnrichmentRock wall, American Sign Language, secondary languages, dance, engineering
Daily lifeSnacks provided
SafetyNon-Biometric Security Scanner; Supervised Lobby Entry, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
LanguagesAmerican Sign Language
AccreditationOther accreditation (Secure Education Consultants (SEC))
MoreFounded 2018
Licensed capacity162 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Goddard School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in DeKalb County has a median price of $205 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
DeKalb County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$205
Home daycare$163

Toddler

Center$188
Home daycare$153

Preschool

Center$179
Home daycare$154

School age

Center$82
Home daycare$77

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for The Goddard School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
162 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-48696
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Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 24, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 14 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Background checks 1

For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jul 24, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Rule .32(7) - Supervision-Watchful Oversight (Recite-Not Met): (7) Supervision. Children shall be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm’s length away from children thirty-six (36) months of age and younger.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .12(2) - Equipment/Furniture-not hazardous/clean (Recite-Not Met): (2) Equipment and Furniture. Equipment and furniture shall be free from hazardous conditions such as, but not limited to, sharp rough edges or toxic paint and shall be kept clean.

  2. Feb 3, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule .33(5)(a) - New - Staff training-annual/10 hours: (a) Every calendar year after the first year of employment, all supervisory and caregiver Personnel, except independent contractors, Students-in-Training and volunteers, shall attend ten (10) clock hours of diverse training which is offered by an accredited college, university or vocational program or other Department-approved source.

    • Supervision and ratios

      Rule .32(7) - Supervision-Watchful Oversight: (7) Supervision. Children shall be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm’s length away from children thirty-six (36) months of age and younger.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .19(1) - License capacity-35 square feet: (1) Usable Space Per Child. A Center's License capacity is based upon its size. A Center must have thirty-five (35) square feet of usable space per child. Kitchens, bathrooms, closets, halls, storage areas or rooms, offices, rooms designated for Staff use, other single use areas and space occupied by adult size furniture shall be excluded in determining usable space.

    • Food and nutrition

      Rule .18(1) - Food handling safety: (1) Food. Food shall be in sound condition, free from spoilage and contamination and safe for human consumption. Eggs, pork, pork products, poultry and fish shall be thoroughly cooked. All raw fruits and vegetables shall be washed thoroughly before being cooked or served. Foods not subject to further washing or cooking before serving shall be stored in such a manner as to be protected against contamination. Meats, poultry, fish, dairy products and processed foods shall have been inspected under an official regulatory program. Hot foods shall be maintained at a temperature of one hundred forty (140) degrees Fahrenheit or above except during serving. Food and drinks shall be prepared as close to serving time as possible to protect children and Personnel from food-borne illness.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .12(2) - Equipment/Furniture-not hazardous/clean: (2) Equipment and Furniture. Equipment and furniture shall be free from hazardous conditions such as, but not limited to, sharp rough edges or toxic paint and shall be kept clean.

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule .10(4) - Diaper Changing surface: (4) If diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel.

  3. Sep 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jan 28, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(9) - Playground-Safe/Clean: (9) Safety and Upkeep of Playground. Playgrounds shall be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .25(3) - Clean, free of debris, good repair: (3) Cleanliness. The Center and surrounding premises shall be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

    • Safety and hazards

      Rule .25(13) - Indoor Storage-Hazards (Recite-Not Met): (13) Indoor Storage Areas. Potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies shall be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. Examples of items to be stored include non-food related products under pressure in aerosol dispensing cans, flammable and corrosive materials, cleaning supplies, poisons, insecticides, office supplies and industrial-sized or commercial buckets with a capacity of three gallons or more or any other similar device with rigid sides which would not tip over if a toddler fell into the container head first.

    • Food and nutrition

      Rule .18(1) - Food handling safety: (1) Food. Food shall be in sound condition, free from spoilage and contamination and safe for human consumption. Eggs, pork, pork products, poultry and fish shall be thoroughly cooked. All raw fruits and vegetables shall be washed thoroughly before being cooked or served. Foods not subject to further washing or cooking before serving shall be stored in such a manner as to be protected against contamination. Meats, poultry, fish, dairy products and processed foods shall have been inspected under an official regulatory program. Hot foods shall be maintained at a temperature of one hundred forty (140) degrees Fahrenheit or above except during serving. Food and drinks shall be prepared as close to serving time as possible to protect children and Personnel from food-borne illness.

    • Background checks

      Rule .09(1)(l)3. - New Comprehensive Records Check Determination required: 3. At least once every five years; and

  5. Jul 31, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Rule .25(13) - Indoor Storage-Hazards: (13) Indoor Storage Areas. Potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies shall be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. Examples of items to be stored include non-food related products under pressure in aerosol dispensing cans, flammable and corrosive materials, cleaning supplies, poisons, insecticides, office supplies and industrial-sized or commercial buckets with a capacity of three gallons or more or any other similar device with rigid sides which would not tip over if a toddler fell into the container head first.

  6. Mar 7, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  7. Jan 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Aug 29, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  9. Aug 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Feb 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2022. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about The Goddard School

Is The Goddard School licensed?

Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.

When was The Goddard School last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on July 24, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can The Goddard School care for?

162, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does The Goddard School accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are The Goddard School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Goddard School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (678) 606-9300 to ask.

What is The Goddard School's phone number?

(678) 606-9300.

Where is The Goddard School?

3467 Pierce Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341. The nearest other daycare we list is The Elaine Clark Center, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).