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The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 157
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $248
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a licensed child care center in Waxhaw, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 157 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- Licensed capacity
- 157 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
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 157 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Goddard School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Union County has a median price of $248 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$248
Home daycare$201
Toddler
Center$205
Home daycare$167
Preschool
Center$116
Home daycare$178
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for The Goddard School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 157 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #90000396
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 20 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Other rules 2
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Jul 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 11 earlier visits
- Jun 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The operator made an effort to falsify information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
Mar 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 19, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
The operator made an effort to falsify information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
- Jan 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
Dec 5, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
Oct 25, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about The Goddard School
Is The Goddard School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Goddard School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 8 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 16 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina 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?
157, 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?
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. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Goddard School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 243-0120 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(704) 243-0120.
Where is The Goddard School?
1528 Providence Road South, Waxhaw, NC 28173. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience, 0.1 miles away.