Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg Pa
3901 N Progress Ave, Harrisburg, PA
3.3· 32 reviews
The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 115
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a child care center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 115 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 115 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 | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Enrichment | American Sign Language, Chess |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (KEYSTONE STARS) |
| Licensed capacity | 115 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
- 115 children
- License number
- #CER-00244329
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 8, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 5 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Jan 8, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Staff persons #1 and #2, lapsed supervision on 12/18/25 when child #1 exited the classroom without supervision, unaware that child #1 was no longer in the classroom. Staff person #1 and #3 observed child #1 exiting the bathroom to return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
Aug 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person # 1 and 2 did not obtain the Child Abuse Clearance prior to the first day caring for children. Staff person #1's Child Abuse Clearance is dated 7/5/25. Staff person #2's Child Abuse Clearance s dated 2/24/25. See code sheet for first day caring for children.”
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“It was observed that children # 1-10's files contained the original financial agreements.”
- Aug 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
May 3, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Child #1 had access to a diaper bag strap hanging from a hook which resulted in strangulation, and loss of consciousness which halted child #1's breathing requiring administration of CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Child #1 was unsupervised for an unknown amount of time which resulted in child #1 having access to a diaper strap hanging from a hook which resulted in strangulation and loss of which halted child #1's breathing requiring administration of CPR. Staff persons #1, #2, and #3 were in the classroom at the time of the incident and unable to physically see child #1 due to child #1 being behind a rocking chair and out of view.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
- Aug 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 23, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Facility Person #1 was observed by 5 staff members using a harsh tone and yelled at children in care in the two-year-old classroom and PS classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Facility Person #1 was observed by 4 staff members pulling and picking children up by the arms aggressively and roughly sitting them down on the carpet roughly making the children cry.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
Sep 22, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Facilty Person #1 did not include an FBI rap sheet as indicated on the results.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact on file for Child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility director did not ensure that testing of the fire alarm system was completed evert 30 days and documented accordingly.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
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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 January 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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?
115, 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. 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 (717) 526-0404 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(717) 526-0404.
Where is The Goddard School?
4397 Sturbridge Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17110. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Learners' CDC Academy, 0.6 miles away.