U-Gro Learning Centres
760 Indian Springs Dr, Lancaster, PA
The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 189
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a child care center in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 189 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 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 189 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, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 189 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
- 189 children
- License number
- #CER-00254833
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 9, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 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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Mar 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Upon inspection of facility personnel files onsite at the time of inspection, it was found that the required CPSL signed disclosure was not on file for Facility Person #1. Facility Director immediately had Facility Person #1 sign the document and placed it on file during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“Upon inspection of the physical site and all posted documents, it was found that a copy of the facility emergency plans were not posted at a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Upon inspection of the facility emergency plan presented for inspection on site, it was found that specific plans for how essential/required documents will be managed and accessible during longer term emergency situations when the primary site is unavailable were not included.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
Dec 30, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #1's file did not include the required out-of-state sex offender clearance (corrected during inspection). Staff person #1's file did not include the required out-of-state Child Abuse clearance check results. Due to an incomplete file, staff person #1 cannot work as Director at this time.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2025
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(e) Emergency plan/Letter to parents
“The facility's emergency plan and letter to the parents about the emergency plan did not include lock-down procedures. The letter to the parents about the emergency plan to not include a method to inform parents when the emergency starts and when it ends, so that they could be reunited with their children and did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities (corrected during inspection).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“It was observed that the water temperature of the classroom sinks in Rooms 116 and 117 was greater than 110 degrees (122 and 114 degrees F respectively) Corrected during inspection”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan's continuity of operations did not include information about the ability to access children's files during this type of scenario.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2025
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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 March 9, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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?
189, 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) 219-3310 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(717) 219-3310.
Where is The Goddard School?
715 Indian Springs Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601. The nearest other daycare we list is U-Gro Learning Centres, 0.3 miles away.