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The Goddard School

655 Painters Run Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 152284.7· 78 reviews
licensed capacity
157
open each week
5 days

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About The Goddard School

The Goddard School is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 157 children.

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.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 44 rules across 7 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
Infant Through K
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
157 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 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
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfant Through K
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumWonder of Learning®
EnrichmentChess, Engineering, Secondary Languages, Yoga & Mindfulness, American Sign Language, Art History, Dance, Music Appreciation, Sports & Fitness
Daily lifeSnacks provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
AccreditationCognia (AdvancED) accredited, Other accreditation (Pennsylvania Department of Education)
Licensed capacity157 childrenFrom the state license
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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 (provisional)
Capacity
157 children
License number
#CER-00242976
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 44 rules in all · 42 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 10
  • Staff training and qualifications 8
  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Background checks 2

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. Jul 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “At approximately 2:10pm in the Infant Room, four infants were observed asleep in their individual cribs. Each crib had the clear view side placed directly against the wall and the solid/mirrored end was facing the room completely obstructing the Staff's view and ability to see and assess those infants who were sleeping.”

      Correction due by Nov 17, 2026, per the state

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “In the Infant Room, the pathway that leads to an exit to the playground was observed to have two motion swings placed in the middle of that pathway, with cribs on either side, obstructing the egress route for a safe evacuation in the event of an emergency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “2nd CITATION: At approximately 1:55pm in the PreK Room, during naptime, a preschool age child was observed sleeping on a cot that was placed up against the wall and the right side of the cot was directly up against a shelving unit therefore not allowing for at least 2ft of space on 3 sides of the cot while in use. At approximately 2:10pm in the Infant Room, the following cribs and mats were observed to lack at least 2ft of space on 3 sides of the crib while in use: Four infants were observed asleep in their individual cribs, with two cribs placed on either side of the exit door to the playground. Each crib had the clear view side placed directly against the wall and there was approximately one foot of space between the two cribs. The two cribs that were each placed against the corner wall had approximately 1 foot 10 inches of space from another empty crib. Two children were observed asleep on their individual mats; one mat was placed on the floor, near the wall, and in between an empty crib and a sink and the other crib was placed on the floor between an empty crib and the wall. Neither mat had the required 2ft of spacing on 3 sides while in use. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/29/29”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026

  2. Jun 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “At approximately 2:00pm in the PreK Room, during naptime, the following cots located to the left of the classroom door were observed to not have at least 2ft of space on 3 sides while in use: A preschool age child was observed to be asleep on a cot with one side placed directly up against the wall, between a shelving unit and a child's round table and chair with approximately 6 inches or less of space between either side of the cot. Another preschool age child was observed sleeping on a cot that was placed up against a corner wall and lacked 2ft of space on 2 sides as evidence by approximately less than 6 inches of space was between one side of the cot and a child's round table and chair.”
  3. May 19, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

      “Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 5/9/25 to 6/9/25 (31 days), 7/11/25 - 8/12/25 (31 days), 8/12/25 - 9/12/25 (31 days), 12/5/25 - 1/5/26 (31 days), 3/2/26 - 4/2/26 (31 days).”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The child file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, was observed to contain an updated health report dated 4/9/26 which was conducted more than 12 months from the previously dated 3/11/25 health report on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “At approximately 2:20pm, during naptime in the PS 2 Room, where staff was positioned in the room they could not adequately supervise two of the napping children due to a child's table obstructing the Staff's ability to see and assess that child who was napping.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “In the Outdoor Playspace a wooden bench was observed to have rough edges and potential splintering due to a piece of it being broken off.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “In the PreK Room, in the cozy area, a spray bottle of sanitizer was observed hanging on the wall at a height that was still accessible to the preschool age children in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The staff file for Staff person #3 contained current staff evaluation dated 8/30/25 which was not completed at least once every 12 months from the previous staff evaluation on file dated 3/1/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters

      “The staff file for Staff person #2, who is functioning as an assistant group supervisor, contained a foreign diploma that lacked additional documentation to show that the diploma had been evaluated to determine its validity and whether or not it meets qualifications for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for Staff person #6 (See IS Code Sheet), who has resided out of state within the previous five years, was observed to have a Texas Sex Offender Check in the file however it was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the check was done prior to working with children. Staff person #6 was also observed to have a Texas Criminal History Check dated 9/23/25 which was not obtained prior to their first day working with children as required by the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL). The file for Staff person #1 (See IS Code Sheet), who has resided out of state within the previous five years, was observed to have a Texas Sex Offender Check dated 1/6/26 which was not obtained prior to their first day working with children as required by the CPSL. Staff person #1 was observed to lack a valid Texas Child Abuse and Neglect and Criminal History check as the one on file was dated 8/18/20 which was more than 5 years old from the date of their first day working with children. In addition, Staff person #1 was also observed to have the following out of State checks that were not obtained prior to their first day working with children: a South Carolina Criminal History check dated 1/6/26, a South Carolina Child Abuse and Neglect Check dated 4/28/26 and a South Carolina Sex Offender Check that was not dated therefore it cannot be determined if the check was done prior to working with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to contain fire safety trainings that were conducted more than 12 months apart; those fire safety trainings are dated 1/12/26 and 12/2/24. The staff file for Staff person #7 was observed to contain fire safety trainings that were conducted more than 12 months apart; those fire safety trainings are dated 1/7/26 and 12/2/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The staff file for Staff person #4 contained current first-aid/CPR training dated 7/23/25 which was not renewed on or before the expiration of the previous training certificate on file dated 6/21/23. The staff file for Staff person #5 contained current first-aid/CPR training dated 8/20/25 which was not renewed on or before the expiration of the previous training certificate on file dated 6/21/23. The staff file for Staff person #8 contained current first-aid/CPR training dated 3/18/26 which was not renewed on or before the expiration of the previous training certificate on file dated 1/30/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The letter to the parents explaining the emergency procedures does not address annual emergency drills nor accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The child file for Child #2 contained a current financial agreement and emergency contact form that were not reviewed and signed by the parent every 6 months; the financial agreement and emergency contact form were reviewed and signed on 8/18/25 and 12/2/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026

  4. Jul 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jun 3, 2025Visit3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on a facility self-report, at approximately 10:30am on 6/3/25, child #1 was left inside the preschool classroom sitting on the rainbow carpet while the group transitioned to the outdoor playground. Staff #1, #2 & #3 were supervising 20 Preschool aged children. The children were not assigned to specific staff. Child #1 was alone in the classroom for approximately 38 seconds, based on a video recording of the incident.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on a facility self-report, at approximately 10:30am on 6/3/25, child #1 was left inside the preschool classroom sitting on the rainbow carpet while the group transitioned to the outdoor playground. Staff #1, #2 & #3 were supervising 20 Preschool aged children. The children were not assigned to specific staff. Child #1 was alone in the classroom for approximately 38 seconds, based on a video recording of the incident.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Based on a facility self-report, at approximately 10:30am on 6/3/25, child #1 was left inside the preschool classroom sitting on the rainbow carpet while the group transitioned to the outdoor playground. Staff #1, #2 & #3 were supervising 20 Preschool aged children. The children were not assigned to specific staff. Child #1 was alone in the classroom for approximately 38 seconds, based on a video recording of the incident.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2025

  6. May 8, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The files for staff #1, #3, and #4 contain fire safety that was renewed late (beyond 12 months). It was due 11/2024 and conducted 12/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The files for staff #5 and #6 contain first aid training that was renewed late. #5 was due 8/2024 and obtained 10/2024; #6 was due 7/2024 and obtained 8/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025

    • 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 #2 lacks a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children to qualify the staff as an assistant group supervisor. The educational documents on file were in a foreign language (not English) and were not able to be interpreted by the certification representative.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #1 contains a health assessment that was obtained late (beyond 12 months). It was due 3/2024 and obtained 7/2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The file for child #2 contains an emergency contact form and agreement that were updated late. (beyond 6 months). They were due 12/2024 and obtained 2/2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025

  7. May 1, 2024Inspection20 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 12/19/22 and 2/21/24, more than 12 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3, who is a Young Toddler, is dated 9/14/23, more than 6 months ago. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #,6 who was a Young Toddler, are dated 11/9/22 and 11/2/23, more than 6 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form and agreement on file for Child #1, #4, #5, and #6 are dated more than 6 months after the previous 6-month review signature.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include a complete address or telephone number for all listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

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

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #6 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “There were prickly plants, with thorns in the planter boxes in the outside play space accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 3/13/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for staff person #3 did not include documentation of application of a Virginia state criminal history clearance, Virginia child abuse clearance, or Virginia sex offender required by 7/1/20, as per Announcement C-19-02; Staff person #3 resided in Virginia within 5 years prior to 7/1/20. The file for staff person #4, who resided in Massachusetts in the 5 years prior to hire, included a criminal history clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/18/23; a child abuse clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/19/23, and a sex offender registry clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/18/23, all of which were applied for after the staff person's first date working in childcare (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for Staff person #6 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid. The file for Staff person #7 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “The climbing bolsters in Pre-Toddler had frayed edges and corners in several areas.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

      “There was no lidded trash can in either bathroom in Preschool 2.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “The closet door in Early Preschool 2, where cleaning supplies are kept, was observed to be slightly ajar and unlatched, making toxic items accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for Staff person #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 1/17/24, after the expiration date of 11/30/23. The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 3/13/24, after the expiration date of 11/30/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “There were googly eyes and yarn pompoms less than 1 inch in diameter in Early Preschool 2, that the staff stated are used for arts and craft projects.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 5 months old, included 1/2 Hepatitis B vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 2 Rotavirus vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age;1/2 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 Polio vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The most recent immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 22 months, includes 3 of 4 DTAP immunizations, 3 of 4 Pneumococcal immunizations; and 1 of 2 Hepatitis A immunizations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 3/15/24-4/15/24, more than 30 days apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The initial health assessment on file for Child #4, with an enrollment date of 6/12/23, is dated 8/25/23, more than 60 days after enrollment.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

      “The immunization record on file for Child #4 is dated 8/25/23, more than 60 days after the enrollment date of 6/12/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Child #1, a preschool child, was alone and unsupervised for a period of approximately 1 minute after being left behind in the fenced playground by Staff person #1 and #2 when the group was returning to their classroom; Neither Staff person #1 nor Staff person #2 were present with Child #1 for that time period.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Staff person #1 and #2 left child #1 in the fenced playground for a period of approximately 1 minute when moving from the playground to the classroom, therefore no staff person was present to maintain ratio requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Staff person #1 and #2 left Child #1 unsupervised for approximately 1 minute when the group was transitioning from the playground to the classroom and Child #1 was left alone in the fenced playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

  8. May 1, 2024Complaint investigation20 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 12/19/22 and 2/21/24, more than 12 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3, who is a Young Toddler, is dated 9/14/23, more than 6 months ago. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #,6 who was a Young Toddler, are dated 11/9/22 and 11/2/23, more than 6 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form and agreement on file for Child #1, #4, #5, and #6 are dated more than 6 months after the previous 6-month review signature.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include a complete address or telephone number for all listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

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

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #6 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “There were prickly plants, with thorns in the planter boxes in the outside play space accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 3/13/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for staff person #3 did not include documentation of application of a Virginia state criminal history clearance, Virginia child abuse clearance, or Virginia sex offender required by 7/1/20, as per Announcement C-19-02; Staff person #3 resided in Virginia within 5 years prior to 7/1/20. The file for staff person #4, who resided in Massachusetts in the 5 years prior to hire, included a criminal history clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/18/23; a child abuse clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/19/23, and a sex offender registry clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/18/23, all of which were applied for after the staff person's first date working in childcare (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for Staff person #6 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid. The file for Staff person #7 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “The climbing bolsters in Pre-Toddler had frayed edges and corners in several areas.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

      “There was no lidded trash can in either bathroom in Preschool 2.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “The closet door in Early Preschool 2, where cleaning supplies are kept, was observed to be slightly ajar and unlatched, making toxic items accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for Staff person #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 1/17/24, after the expiration date of 11/30/23. The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 3/13/24, after the expiration date of 11/30/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “There were googly eyes and yarn pompoms less than 1 inch in diameter in Early Preschool 2, that the staff stated are used for arts and craft projects.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 5 months old, included 1/2 Hepatitis B vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 2 Rotavirus vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age;1/2 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 Polio vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The most recent immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 22 months, includes 3 of 4 DTAP immunizations, 3 of 4 Pneumococcal immunizations; and 1 of 2 Hepatitis A immunizations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 3/15/24-4/15/24, more than 30 days apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The initial health assessment on file for Child #4, with an enrollment date of 6/12/23, is dated 8/25/23, more than 60 days after enrollment.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

      “The immunization record on file for Child #4 is dated 8/25/23, more than 60 days after the enrollment date of 6/12/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Child #1, a preschool child, was alone and unsupervised for a period of approximately 1 minute after being left behind in the fenced playground by Staff person #1 and #2 when the group was returning to their classroom; Neither Staff person #1 nor Staff person #2 were present with Child #1 for that time period.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Staff person #1 and #2 left child #1 in the fenced playground for a period of approximately 1 minute when moving from the playground to the classroom, therefore no staff person was present to maintain ratio requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Staff person #1 and #2 left Child #1 unsupervised for approximately 1 minute when the group was transitioning from the playground to the classroom and Child #1 was left alone in the fenced playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024

  9. May 10, 2023Inspection20 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who was a young toddler, are dated1/28/22 and 2/10/23, more than 6 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5, who is a young toddler, is dated 10/12/22, more than 6 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “While observing diaper changes in the Infant room and Pre-Toddler rooms, staff were observed placing a soiled diaper onto the changing table surface, rather than immediately discarding the diaper into a plastic-lined hands-free lidded can.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 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 #7 does not include documentation of a complete health assessment within 12 months prior to the employment start date (See LIS Code Sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

      “Yogurt and milk were observed in a lunchbox in the Pre-Toddler room that was not refrigerated.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.166(1) Written statement

      “There was a child under 12 months old in the infant room who did not have a written feeding plan on file submitted by the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff person #2 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in child care. The file for Staff person #9 includes only 1 written nonfamily reference.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for staff person #8 does not contain documentation of application of the NSOR certificate prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL; the NSOR certificate is dated 3/24/23.”
    • Background checks

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

      “The file for Staff person #1 does not include a child abuse, Criminal history, or sex offender clearance from Virginia, where she lived in the 5 years prior to 7/1/20, (See LIS Code Sheet) required as per CPSL requirements. The file for Staff person #2 does not include a sex offender clearance from Colorado, where she lived in the 5 years prior to 7/1/20, (See LIS Code Sheet) required as per CPSL requirements. The Criminal History clearance on file for Staff person #3 does not include the necessary RAP sheet. The file for staff person #4 does not contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #6 does not contain documentation of a child abuse clearance from Connecticut, where the staff person resided in the 5 years prior to employment (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #6 is dated 1/4/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for Staff person #3, #5, who is classified as an aide, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; or a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. The file for Staff person #9, classified as an Assistant Group Supervisors does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credits in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of verified child care experience; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 2 years of verified child care experience.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kit in Early Preschool 1 did not include tape.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “There were 2 wooden benches in the outdoor playspace that had areas of splintered wood that created a potential splinter injury to a child. There was also a wooden arch/pergola in the outdoor playspace that had rough edges on the 2x4 vertical posts that could cause a child to receive splinters. There was a post on the gate between the preschool and toddler playgrounds that did not have a cap on the top of the post, exposing rough edges on the top of the post.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There was a Lego bin in Jr. K that was cracked on both sides of the handle on the bin. In the Kindergarten room there were 3 Connecting toys that had pieces broken off. There was a Lego bin in Preschool 2 that had cracks on the bin and the lid. There were frayed edges with loose threads on several of the climbing bolsters in the indoor gym.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “An infant was observed sleeping in their crib which was positioned with the plexiglass end and slatted sides turned away from the staff persons so that they could not see the child at all times.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(1) Child's name, birth date

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 and #3 does not include the child's birthdate.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

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

      “The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 8/23/22-9/23/22; 12/16/22-1/16/23; and 1/16/23-2/28/23, more than 30 days apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

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

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “One child was observed receiving care in Early Preschool 1 and one child in Pre-Toddler without their emergency contact forms being in the classroom. During DHS childcare hours, two children were observed in Pre-K without their emergency contact forms being in the space where they were receiving care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 is dated 6/5/22, more than 6 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023

  10. Aug 25, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff person #1, dated 5/12/21, is dated more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training, dated 5/5/16.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

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  1. May 5, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
    • Background checks

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

      “The 2 most recent criminal history clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/2/15 and 8/2/20, more than 60 months apart. The 2 most recent child abuse clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/6/15 and 8/5/20, more than 60 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff person #1, dated 5/12/21 is dated more than 60 months after the previous training, dated 6/4/15.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2022

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for staff person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of application for a Idaho child abuse clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #4 was observed not to contain documentation of application for a NY child abuse clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kits in the Pre-K and PS 1 rooms did not include tape.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There were foam blocks in the Early Preschool room, with older 2 year old children, which had teeth marks and pieces missing (corners).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “There were rest mats being used in Early Preschool 1 and in First Steps which were not labeled for use by specific children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 and #4 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the complete address for all listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “There was a child in the Junior K classroom, in the PreK room, and in Preschool 1 without a copy of their emergency contact form being in the room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #2, who is 5 years old, is dated 8/26/20; as per the ACIP, which recommends annual flu vaccinations for a child this age. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #5, who is 3 years old, is dated 9/2/20; as per the ACIP, which recommends annual flu vaccinations for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #6, who is 2 years old, does not include verification of an annual influenza vaccination, as recommended annually for a child this age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

      “The file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 8/25/21, more than 60 days ago, does not include an immunization record.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2022

    • 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 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 are dated 5/10/19 and 5/16/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #3 are dated 8/9/19 and 9/16/21, more than 24 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “The file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 8/25/21, more than 90 days ago, does not include an initial health assessment, as per Announcement C-20-04.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2022

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 July 23, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 44 rules across 7 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 42 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?

157, 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 (412) 564-3600 to ask.

What is The Goddard School's phone number?

(412) 564-3600.

Where is The Goddard School?

655 Painters Run Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15228. The nearest other daycare we list is Mt Lebanon Extended Day Program-Markham School, 0.7 miles away.

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