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1233 Culver Lane, Virginia Beach, VA
The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 187
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a licensed child care center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 187 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age 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.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSecure entryNAEYC accredited
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 187 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 | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Staff | Degreed Teachers |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Non-Biometric Security Scanner, Outdoor playground |
| Languages | American Sign Language |
| Accreditation | Cognia (AdvancED) accredited, NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 187 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
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 187 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1110054
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 10, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 7 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 1
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
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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Feb 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-450-A
“Cots used by children other than infants during the designated rest period shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover. A child was observed sleeping on a cot that did not have a bottom cover.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a safe condition. In the infant room there was a basket of loose plastic gloves on the windowsill in reach of children and in the 2.5 year-old room there were loose wires hanging from the wall in reach of children.”
Dec 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a safe condition. 1. In the preschool classroom holiday lights were hung around the windows and in an area dropped down to the floor posing a strangulation hazard. 2. There was peeling paint on some of the classroom doors.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. 1. In the infant 2 room there was a bottle of bleach water and a can of disinfectant spray that were not locked. 2. Several classrooms had liquid air fresheners that were not locked but rather plugged into the wall.”
Aug 25, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a safe condition. Some of the window frames and wall in the classrooms had areas of peeling paint.”
8VAC20-780-570-I
“A one-day's emergency supply of disposable bottles, nipples, and commercial formulas appropriate for the children in care shall be maintained at the center. The center did not have water to make the powdered infant formula or enough bottles and nipples appropriate for the infants they have requested to care for. There were 2 bottles/nipples and 12 children requested.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the lounge which was unlocked and on a low shelf there were 2 bottles of baby oil with labels that read "keep out or reach of children."”
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FAQ
Questions about The Goddard School
Is The Goddard School licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Goddard School last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. 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?
187, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
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. 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 (757) 564-2500 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(757) 564-2500.
Where is The Goddard School?
2189 Mccomas Way, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. The nearest other daycare we list is Princess Anne Recreation Center Early Childhood Program, under 0.1 miles away.