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The Goddard School

2306 Wildwood Rd, Gibsonia, PA 150445.0· 43 reviews
licensed capacity
174
open each week
5 days

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About The Goddard School

The Goddard School is a child care center in Gibsonia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 174 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
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Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
174 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 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
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumWonder of Learning®
Daily lifeSnacks provided
SafetyNon-Biometric Security Scanner, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
LanguagesAmerican Sign Language
AccreditationCognia (AdvancED) accredited, Other accreditation (Keystone STARS)
Licensed capacity174 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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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
174 children
License number
#CER-00253528
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 23, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 29 rules in all · 28 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 12
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Background checks 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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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  1. Jan 23, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease

      “The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

      “The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The files for children #1, #2, and #3 lacked emergency contact information that included the work addresses and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the home address and home telephone number of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026

  2. Nov 3, 2025Visit3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “According to the facility's self-report and staff statements, on 10/22/25, Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were transitioning 15 preschoolers from their classroom to the gym when Child #1 was left in the restroom which is located inside of the classroom. Staff person #4 walked into the classroom between 20 to 30 seconds after the class had left and found child #1 in the restroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 reported that they realized Child #1 was not with the class when they were conducting the name to face check at the gym threshold. Staff Person #2 ran back to the classroom to get child #1. Child #1 was alone for 20 to 30 seconds before reuniting with their class in the gym.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “According to the facility's self-report and staff statements, on 10/22/25, Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were transitioning 15 preschoolers from their classroom to the gym when Child #1 was left in the restroom which is located inside of the classroom. Staff person #4 walked into the classroom between 20 to 30 seconds after the class had left and found child #1 in the restroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 reported that they realized Child #1 was not with the class when they were conducting the name to face check at the gym threshold. Staff Person #2 ran back to the classroom to get child #1. Child #1 was alone for 20 to 30 seconds before reuniting with their class in the gym.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “According to the facility's self-report and staff statements, on 10/22/25, Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were transitioning 15 preschoolers from their classroom to the gym when Child #1 was left in the restroom which is located inside of the classroom. Staff person #4 walked into the classroom between 20 to 30 seconds after the class had left and found child #1 in the restroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 reported that they realized Child #1 was not with the class when they were conducting the name to face check at the gym threshold. Staff Person #2 ran back to the classroom to get child #1. Child #1 was alone for 20 to 30 seconds before reuniting with their class in the gym.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

  3. Jun 16, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “Based on staff interviews, it was determined that Staff Person #1 used physical discipline. Staff Person #1 was observed lifting a child in an aggressive manner that caused the child's neck to snap backward. Additionally, with the child facing Staff Person #1, Staff Person #1 lifted the child by placing their arms over the child and under the child's armpits and then forcefully placed the child down onto the floor. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026

  4. Feb 24, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “The operator self-reported that Staff person #1 and #2 served a Nutrigrain bar containing oats to child #1 who has a documented oat allergy. Child #1 began vomiting after eating the bar and the parents were called to pick up the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025

  5. Jan 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “The file for child #1 whom is a preschool child lacked a health report that was completed 12 months from the previous health report. The health reports in the file were dated 8/15/23 and 9/3/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #2 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed in the last 60 months. The NSOR verification certificate in the file was dated 11/7/19.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “The files for staff persons #1, #3, and #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. Staff person #1 firesafety training in the file was dated 5/11/23 and 6/18/24. Staff person #3 firesafety training in the file was dated 6/23/23 and 7/22/24. Staff person #4 firesafety training in the file was dated 7/7/23 and 8/7/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024

  6. Aug 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 16, 2024Visit9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff person #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed with 90 days from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 1/24/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The files for staff persons #2 and #3 lacked disclosure statements that included witness signatures and dates.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #4 lacked a high school diploma.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “*Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “*Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “*Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

  8. Apr 16, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff person #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed with 90 days from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 1/24/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The files for staff persons #2 and #3 lacked disclosure statements that included witness signatures and dates.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #4 lacked a high school diploma.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “*Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “*Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “*Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on a self-report and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised on the outdoor playground. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #1 saw child #1 playing on the slide less than a minute after the children and staff went inside to their classroom. Staff #2 went outside to the playground and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024

  9. Jan 23, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 90 days from the date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 9/22/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The file for staff person #3 lacked an adult health assessment that included accurate results of the communicable disease examination. The health assessment was marked yes for communicable diseases.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #1 lacked a child abuse clearance that was updated 60 months from the previous child abuse clearance. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 6/28/18 and 7/1/23. The file for staff person #2 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid FBI Clearance. The FBI Clearance was requested through the Department of Justice instead of the Department of Human Services. The file for staff person #4 lacked a State Police Clearance prior to the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The State Police Clearance in the file was dated 8/18/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

      “The file for child #6 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

      “The files for children #1, #2, and #4 lacked an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “In the Preschool 2 classroom a cracked plastic toy car carrier was observed causing rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.71 Heat Source

      “In the Two's 2 classroom there was a heat lamp on an aquarium that measured 125 degrees accessible to the children in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the city, state, and zip code of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The files for children #3 and #5 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024

  10. Jun 9, 2023Visit6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Group sup qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #1 lacked proof of one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The files for staff persons #2 and #3 lacked a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #3, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked an FBI Clearance prior to the hire date. The FBI Clearance in the file was dated 6/9/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on a self-report, as well as written and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised in the classroom. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #2 heard child #1 knocking on the classroom window less than a minute after the classroom went outside onto the playground. Staff #2 retrieved a key to unlock the classroom door and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on a self-report, as well as written and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised in the classroom. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #2 heard child #1 knocking on the classroom window less than a minute after the classroom went outside onto the playground. Staff #2 retrieved a key to unlock the classroom door and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Based on a self-report, as well as written and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised in the classroom. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #2 heard child #1 knocking on the classroom window less than a minute after the classroom went outside onto the playground. Staff #2 retrieved a key to unlock the classroom door and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

Show 4 earlier visits
  1. Jun 9, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Group sup qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #1 lacked proof of one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4).”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The files for staff persons #2 and #3 lacked a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #3, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked an FBI Clearance prior to the hire date. The FBI Clearance in the file was dated 6/9/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on a self-report, as well as written and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised in the classroom. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #2 heard child #1 knocking on the classroom window less than a minute after the classroom went outside onto the playground. Staff #2 retrieved a key to unlock the classroom door and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on a self-report, as well as written and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised in the classroom. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #2 heard child #1 knocking on the classroom window less than a minute after the classroom went outside onto the playground. Staff #2 retrieved a key to unlock the classroom door and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Based on a self-report, as well as written and verbal statements, it was determined that Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left child #1 unsupervised in the classroom. This occurred for a very short period of time as Staff #2 heard child #1 knocking on the classroom window less than a minute after the classroom went outside onto the playground. Staff #2 retrieved a key to unlock the classroom door and Child #1 was reunited with Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2023

  2. Jun 1, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #1, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked a valid FBI Clearance. The FBI Clearance was completed by the Department of Education not the Department of Human Services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #2 lacked a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for staff person #1 lacked an initial health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2023

  3. Mar 14, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff person #1, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of hire and was not removed from the childcare position. Staff person #1 was suspended on 3/13/23, which was 69 days from the date of hire. The file for staff person #2, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a disclosure statement that was completed prior to the hire date. The disclosure statement in the file is dated 2/27/23. The file for staff person #2 also lacked Illinois clearances. The staff person had lived in Illinois in the past five years prior to moving to Pennsylvania. Staff person #2 was suspended within 45 days from the date of hire. The file for staff person #5, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked an NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificate in the file was dated 1/5/23. The file for staff person #6, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked an NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of hire and was not removed from the childcare position. Staff person #6 was suspended on 3/13/23, which was 69 days from the date of hire. The file for staff person #8 lacked a disclosure statement prior to the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement in the file is dated 2/27/23. The file for staff person #11, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked a valid Child Abuse Clearance. The Child Abuse Clearance was requested for volunteer purposes not employment purposes.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff persons #2 and #11 lacked initial health assessments. The file for staff person #7 lacked an initial health assessment prior to the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The health assessment in the file is dated 1/29/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed there were 40 days between 1/18/23 and 2/27/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The files for staff persons #3, #10, #11, and #12 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The files for children #1, #2, and #3 lacked emergency contact information that included the parent's home and work telephone numbers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

      “The file for child #3 lacked a health report that had the date the health report was completed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment

      “The file for staff person #5 lacked an adult health assessment that included the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The file for child #2 lacked an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The file for staff person #4 lacked an adult health assessment that included the correct results of the communicable disease examination. The file for staff person #9 lacked an adult health assessment that included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #12 lacked a high school diploma.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #4 lacked a high school diploma.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2023

  4. Dec 15, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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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 January 23, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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?

174, the licensed capacity on the state record.

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. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Goddard School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 219-9130 to ask.

What is The Goddard School's phone number?

(412) 219-9130.

Where is The Goddard School?

2306 Wildwood Rd, Gibsonia, PA 15044. The nearest other daycare we list is Its All About Kids, 1.3 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).