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The Goddard School
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a licensed child care center in Laurel, Maryland. It is licensed by the state.
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.
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campSecure entry
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
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
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Non-Biometric Security Scanner; Supervised Lobby Entry, Outdoor playground |
| Languages | American Sign Language |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Maryland EXCELS; Maryland Accreditation) |
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
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 21, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 2 visits
For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
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 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Goddard School
Is The Goddard School licensed?
Yes. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Goddard School last inspected?
Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists the most recent visit on January 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
No. Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care lists no cited rules in its 2 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 73% of Maryland daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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 (240) 547-1470 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(240) 547-1470.
Where is The Goddard School?
Laurel, MD 20707.