Chesterbrook Academy
3841 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA
The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 133
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a child care center in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 133 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. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 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-KMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 133 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 |
|---|---|
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited, NECPA accredited, Other accreditation (Keystone STARS, STAR 4) |
| Licensed capacity | 133 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
- 133 children
- License number
- #CER-00244515
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 19, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 5 visits
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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See all 9 visits
- Aug 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 21, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 24, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 07.11.22, IT WAS FOUNDED THAT STAFF PERSON #1 USED HIS ARMS TO RESTRAIN AND RESTRICT CHILD #1'S MOVEMENT, WHILE CHILD #1 WAS SITTING ON HIS LAP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 07.11.22, IT WAS FOUNDED THAT STAFF PERSON #1 GRABBED CHILD #1'S ARM MULTIPLE TIMES DURING CIRCLE TIME ACTIVITIES.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2022
Oct 4, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS EXPIRED MEDICATION AT THE FACILITY BELONGING TO AN ENROLLED CHILD.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CHILD 2 EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM DID NOT CONTAIN SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST AID PROCEDURES BY FACILITY STAFF.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CHILD 1 AGREEMENT FORM DID NOT STATE THE DATE OF ADMISSION ON THE FORM.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
3270.182(4) Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“DURING THE RENWAL INSPECTION, CHILD 2 EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM DID NOT CONTAIN SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS OR SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2021
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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 August 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
No. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists no cited rules in its 5 visits in the last 3 years. 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?
133, 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 (484) 424-5333 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(484) 424-5333.
Where is The Goddard School?
3810 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073. The nearest other daycare we list is Chesterbrook Academy, 0.1 miles away.