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The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 173
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a child care center in Valencia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 173 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer camp
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 10 years
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 173 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 10 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Transportation | Transportation (busing morning & afternoon for before & after-school care) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (family app) |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited, Other accreditation (Pennsylvania Department of Education) |
| Licensed capacity | 173 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
- 173 children
- License number
- #CER-00249453
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 10, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Background checks 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jul 10, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an FBI Clearance and NSOR verification certificate that was completed prior to working in a child care position at the facility. The FBI clearance in the file was dated 6/10/26. The NSOR verification certificate in the file was dated 6/8/26. The file for staff person #2 who was hired as an aide on (See LIS Code Sheet lacked an FBI clearance that was completed prior to working in a child care position at the facility. The FBI clearance in the file was dated 5/8/26. The file for staff person #3 who was hired as an aide on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed prior to working in a child care position at the facility. The NSOR verification certificate in the file was dated 5/7/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Fire Drill and Fire Detection log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector checks. There were 35 days between 12/8/25 and 1/12/26, 31 days between 3/10/26 and 4/10/26, 31 days between 4/10/26 and 5/11/26, and 31 days between 5/11/26 and 6/11/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #1 who is an infant lacked a child health report that was completed in the past 6 months. The child health report in the file was dated 12/18/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid State Police Clearance. The State Police Clearance was missing the disseminated date.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2026
Feb 25, 2026Visit2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to the facility's self-report, staff statements and video footage, on 2/25/26 at 4:35pm, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were transitioning 14 preschoolers from the outdoor playspace to the classroom when Child #1 was left in the outdoor playspace. Staff person #3 walked into the classroom approximately 1 minute after the class had come into the classroom and saw child #1 in the outdoor playspace. Staff Person #3 opened the door letting Child #1 back into the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“According to the facility's self-report, staff statements and video footage, on 2/25/26 at 4:35pm, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were transitioning 14 preschoolers from the outdoor playspace to the classroom when Child #1 was left in the outdoor playspace. Staff person #3 walked into the classroom approximately 1 minute after the class had come into the classroom and saw child #1 in the outdoor playspace. Staff Person #3 opened the door letting Child #1 back into the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2026
Dec 8, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“In Room 106 a diaper genie was observed in the restroom that was not hands-free.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 lacked agreements that specified the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The files for children #2 and #3 lacked child health reports that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“In Room 103 five cots were observed to not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides. In Room 106 one cot was observed to not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked 2 years experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The files for staff persons #1 and #4 lacked disclosure statements that had a witness signature and date. The file for staff person #6 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate. The file for staff person #7 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid Child Abuse Clearance. The Child Abuse Clearance was requested for volunteer purposes instead of employment purposes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
Aug 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“In Room #110 and Room #111 the first-aid kits were observed to be missing gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“In Room #111 the hot water temperature was observed to be 112 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 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 July 10, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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?
173, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Goddard School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
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 (724) 831-5005 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(724) 831-5005.
Where is The Goddard School?
1000 Winston Way, Valencia, PA 16059. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Village II, 1.1 miles away.