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The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 204
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a child care center in Enola, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 204 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSecure entryNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 204 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Enrichment | American Sign Language, Art History, Chess, Dance |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Non-Biometric Security Scanner, Outdoor playground |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 204 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Goddard School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Goddard School
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 204 children
- License number
- #CER-00250272
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 18, 2025: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
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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Nov 18, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“The file for staff person #1 and #5 included a foreign degree which was not evaluated for equivalency in the US. The file included a translation of the degree in lieu of an evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“Observed the trash can next to the diaper changing station used to discard soiled disposable diapers was not hands-free. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed less than 2 feet of space on three sides of the rest equipment in the Preschool 1 classroom while children were napping.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a broken hinge on the lower cabinet door next to the refrigerator located in the Preschool 2 classroom, causing the door to hang loosely when opened.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.31(c)(5) Written certification in staff file
“The file for facility person #3 and #4, who are under the age of 18 (see LIS code sheet), did not include a letter verifying the individual is enrolled in an approved training curriculum and has completed the required classroom training to qualify as a staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #2 included a second written reference that did not attest to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
Nov 7, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“The file for staff person #6 did not include an acceptable verification of education to verify a minimum of a high school diploma. The file for staff person #7 included a foreign degree which was not evaluated for equivalency.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 #2, #3 and #4, who resided outside of PA in the previous 5 years, did not include documentation of out of state clearances within 45 days of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #1 included documentation of a request for VA child abuse clearances dated 09/25/2024, without the final results of the clearance. The file for staff person #2 included documentation of a request for KY child abuse clearances dated 09/13/2024 without the final results of the clearance. The KY child abuse clearance dated 09/16/2024 was received and placed in the file on 11/08/2024. The file for staff person #3 included documentation of a request for MD child abuse clearances dated 03/06/2024 without the final results of the clearance. The file for staff person #4 included documentation of a request for NY child abuse clearances dated 09/12/2024 without the final results of the clearance. The file for staff person #5 included mandated reporter training and a child abuse clearance which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current child abuse clearance was dated 01/30/2024, with the previous clearance dated 01/23/2019. The current mandated reporter training was completed 06/12/2024 with the previous training completed on 06/10/2019.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #1 included a health report which was not at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child (see LIS code sheet). The current health report on file was dated 12/01/2023 with the previous health report dated 09/10/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
Nov 20, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the course of the complaint investigation several staff stated they have witnessed staff person #1 being rough with the children. Staff stated they have observed staff person #1 grab children by the arm and pull them. Staff stated they observed staff person #1 push a child down into a chair and shove the child forcefully toward the table multiple times, hitting the child's stomach into the table hard enough that the table shifts.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During the course of the complaint investigation several staff stated they have witnessed staff #1 restrict a child's movement by holding them down on a cot or in a chair. Staff stated they observed staff person #1 push a child down into a chair and would not allow the child to leave the table; the child was crying and telling her "No". Another staff person observed staff person #1 put her hand on a child's head and back to hold them down on their cot; the child cried because they were unable to lift their head up.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During the course of the complaint investigation several staff stated they have witnessed staff #1 using a harsh tone or yelling at the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
Nov 17, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact information for child #4 did not include the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Emergency contact information was not present in classroom #102 for child #7 while receiving care. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individuals designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2023
3270.55(a) Toddler and preschool children
“Observed staff person #1 working alone in classroom #105 (Toddler 1) caring for a mixed age group of 5 young toddlers and 6 older toddlers during naptime. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit located in classroom #205 lacked disposable, nonporous gloves. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“The rest equipment in classroom #202 had less than 2 feet of space on three sides while the equipment was in use. *Corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #6 was not obtained from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #1 and #4 did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
Jan 5, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #1 included an updated health report which was not updated at least once every 12 months. The current health report on file was dated 10/21/2022 and the previous health report was dated 09/21/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff person #1 included an incomplete PA State Police Clearance dated 09/05/2019, which was a "Request Pending" status and was not a final clearance result. A final PA State Police Clearance was not obtained prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #2 included an FBI clearance which was not requested prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet). The FBI clearance was requested on 09/07/2022 and the FBI clearance result was dated 09/07/2022. A PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 07/31/2021 was on file at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
- Sep 23, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Goddard School
Is The Goddard School licensed?
Yes. The Goddard School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Goddard School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 18, 2025, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 21 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. 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?
204, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Goddard School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Goddard School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Goddard School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 728-3070 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(717) 728-3070.
Where is The Goddard School?
4800 Woodland Dr, Enola, PA 17025. The nearest other daycare we list is Tender Years, 0.5 miles away.