ACP Extended Care Inc Hillsdale Elementary
725 W Market St, West Chester, PA
The Goddard School
- licensed capacity
- 132
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Goddard School
The Goddard School is a child care center in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 132 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.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 132 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 |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Key Fobs, Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Tadpoles) |
| More | Founded 2005 |
| Licensed capacity | 132 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
- 132 children
- License number
- #CER-00257061
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: 21 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 52 rules in all · 52 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 16
- Health, medication and illness 13
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Transportation 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Apr 14, 2026Inspection21 rules cited
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, there was no verification available for review to verify staff #3, #4, #8, and #9 completed an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, upon request there was no initial health assessment available for review for staff #4. The health assessment reviewed for staff #3 was not updated within a 24month period. Last dated 1/8/24. The health assessment reviewed for staff #8 was not updated within a 24month period. Last dated 8/27/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated 9/6/24. The health assessment reviewed for child #3 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated 6/2/22. The health assessment reviewed for child #6 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated 3/1/24. The health assessment reviewed for child #7 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated 11/19/24. The health assessment reviewed for child #9 was not updated within a 12-month period. Last dated 4/27/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #5 was not updated within a 6-month period. Last dated 8/5/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the emergency contacts and agreements reviewed for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 were not updated within a 6-month period. Last dated 9/8/25”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, 3 infants were observed sleeping in cribs that were not spaced at least 2 feet apart on three sides in the infant room. (Room 108)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the rest equipment (cots) in room 102 were observed not labeled for the use of a specific child. No cot list was available for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the exit to enter onto the facilities outdoor playground was obstructed with a large stroller.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the bathroom in room 100, 104 and 106 did not include handwashing signs that read an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the toilet in room 102 was not in service and was not useable. In room 104 bathroom, one of the toilets did not flush. In room 106 bathroom the toilet handle was observed broken.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, chip paint was observed on the orange wall in room 104.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, disinfect spray and sanitizer spray were observed on a low shelf underneath an unlocked diaper changing table in room 105.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the record reviewed for staff #5 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing (Assistant Group Supervisor) The record reviewed for staff #7 did not include verification of childcare experience or verification of education for the position performing (Assistant Group Supervisor) The record reviewed for staff #9 did not include verification of education for the position performing (Assistant Group Supervisor)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, there was not verification available for review to verify that staff #4 received a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, the file of facility persons #1 and #5 did not contain a completed DHS required FBI clearance. The file of facility person #3 contains a DHS required FBI clearance dated 6/19/20 which is more than 60months old. (See code sheets for hire dates) facility person #3 also has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file dated 6/18/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, staff 3, #4 and #6 has not completed the following required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire. (Pediatric First Aid and CPR) (See code sheet for hire date).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify staff #3 and #9 completed annual fire safety training. The fire safety training reviewed for staff #2 was not annually updated. Last dated 2/25/24. The fire safety training reviewed for staff #4 was not annually updated. Last dated 2/24/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, there was no verification available for review to verify staff #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 completed initial emergency plan training. The emergency plan training reviewed for staff #8 was not annually updated, last dated 6/3/22. The emergency plan training reviewed for staff #9 was not annually updated, last dated 8/28/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, staff #4 and #5 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #4 and #5 has not completed the following the preservice training required prior to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #4 Pediatric First Aid and CPR or the required Health and Safety topic. Staff #5 has not completed the required Health and Safety topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/14/26, upon request there was no written statements obtained from the parents in the infant room, for the children's formula and feeding schedules. (Room 108)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
May 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a complaint investigation the certification representative conducted an allocated unannounced inspection and observed staff #1 missing an FBI in the file, staff #2 was missing an up-to-date FBI in the file, staff #5 was missing an up-to-date FBI in the file, staff #6 was also missing an FBI in the file. Staff # 1, #4, #7 were missing a child abuse clearance in the file. staff #1 needs a criminal in the file and staff #4 and #14 criminal still says pending.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative conducted an allocated unannounced inspection and viewed the staff files staff #2, #5 #6 #7 and #12 were missing a health and safety training in the file. #6 was missing a 1-hour update as well in the file at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2025
Apr 10, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1, was missing the results to their criminal clearance in the file and a child abuse clearance in the file. Staff # 2 is missing an FBI clearance and a child abuse clearance in the file. Staff # 3 was missing an FBI clearance in the file. Staff #5 was missing their criminal results in the file what's in file still say pending. Staff #7 is missing criminal results what's in the file still says pending, and FBI results in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #7 has a written reference from their aunt. A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child # 1 health assessment in the file did not contain the statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #7 and #8 were both missing shots and or an exemption letter included in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child #1 was missing an updated physical in the file. last physical is from 2/26/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #6 was missing the policy number for their insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #2, #3, #7 and #8 all needed current and up to date child service reports in their files.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 and #6 were missing the health and safety 10 hour or 6 hours in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #4 was missing a 1-hour update in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.151(b) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2 was missing a health assessment in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #7 health assessment expired last physical in the file 3-27-23”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #7 was missing a TB shot record in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #2, #6 and #7 were missing experience in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
Apr 25, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children #1 and #5 were missing child service reports in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and observed the Hippos class out of ration while outside in the play space. There were two teachers outside with you 13 young toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #4, #5 and #6 and #7 were all missing 12 hours of professional development training in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 was missing 2 references and staff # 4 was missing 1 reference in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 was missing a health assessment and the Mantoux test results.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #1 was missing their education and experiencce.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed the hippos class coming from outside straight to the tables to eat lunch without washing their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 2 did not have a up to date CPR/First Aid certificate in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint in the infant room on the wall near what you did sign.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.111(c) Promote development
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed serval rooms without their daily schedule posted”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not see the method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The plan did not have a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan, the plan did not include the plans for continuity of care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child# 3 was missing the statement on the health assessment that states the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child # 4 was missing the policy number on the emergency contact.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #3 was missing out of state clearances to be included in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed several rooms resting equipment without a labeling system.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2024
Aug 23, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/23/23, staff persons 1,2, and 4 did not have an annual staff evaluation completed. Staff evaluations were dated December 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/23/23, the first-aid kit in the Elephant room was missing gloves and soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/23/23, staff person #2 did not have an NSOR on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 8/23/23, staff person #3 did not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023
Mar 15, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff person # 1, #12, #16 and #17 did not identify any specific children assigned to them for supervision, during an unannounced inspection conducted on 3/15/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During an unannounced inspection conducted on 3/15/23, Certification Representative Supervisor did not receive Health and Safety training certificates for staff person #1-4. The Pediatric 1st Aid/ Pediatric CPR training certificate submitted for staff person #3, dated 10/27/21, shows the training does not meet the requirement of being conducted by a PQAS certified trainer using a PQAS certified curriculum. Cert Rep Supervisor also did not receive verification that staff person #5 received pediatric 1st aid/ pediatric CPR training, from a PQAS certified trainer and curriculum. Staff person #5-12 did not complete the required On-going Annual Professional Development Training for current childcare staff- PA Health and Safety Updated 2022, that was required to be completed by 12/30/22. Also, the Health and Safety training certificates submitted for staff person #13-15 do not meet the training requirements and staff persons did not complete the required Revised 2022 updated training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
Jun 27, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection on 06/28/2022, the file for staff person #3 did not contain a current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During a renewal inspection on 06/28/2022, the files for staff persons #1 and #2 did not contain verification of 10-hour health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 06/28/2022, the file for staff person #2 did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2022
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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 April 14, 2026, with 21 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Goddard School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 52 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?
132, 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 (610) 918-4660 to ask.
What is The Goddard School's phone number?
(610) 918-4660.
Where is The Goddard School?
703 W Nields St, West Chester, PA 19382. The nearest other daycare we list is West Chester Playschool, 0.2 miles away.