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Goddard School
1750 Bustleton Road, Burlington NJ 08016 · License #03GOD0009 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Samantha Leip
- Phone
- (609) 387-0311
- Website
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- Address
- 1750 Bustleton Road, Burlington NJ 08016 · Directions
Hours
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
Ages not published.
- 3-Star quality rating
- Accepts child care subsidy (CCDF)
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: New Jersey DCF, Office of Licensing- Violation
Based on complaint #24909, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times including during nap time. There was 1 staff with 8 children ages 12-18 months of age with 1 child was awake. Wherein an additional staff was required.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2026
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Two named staff were not aware of a named child's whereabouts when she was unsupervised in the bathroom.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CHRI Background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. A named child was unsupervised in the bathroom for several minutes.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, retrain all staff on the center's supervision policy.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after each diaper change in room 103.
Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water after each diaper change in room 103.
Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
- Violation
Ensure the unapproved kitchen is inaccessible to children.
Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;
Ensure diapering surfaces are washed and disinfected after each use in room 103.
Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-6.1(b)(7)(i) · i. Centers shall prohibit the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two.
Cease the use of television, computers, and other video equipment for children under the age of two.
Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that 1 named staff completes orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CARI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
Provide documentation for the required Mantoux results for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure that the staff in room 105 washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that staff in room 104 wash their hands immediately after each diaper change.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that children in room 104 wash their hands immediately after having their diaper changed.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that two Epi-pen's are present for 1 named child as required.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before they are given to another child.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) · In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: iii. Diapering surfaces;
Ensure that the staff in room 104 washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Corrected by May 21, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) · Feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated.
Ensure that each child's bottle in room 103 is labeled with the date.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Two named staff failed to adequately supervise a named child and the named child was able to grab a spray bottle containing bleach and water. The named child spilled its contents, wetting his clothes. On 4/7/2025 in room 104 a named staff was in the kitchenette area and children were not in direct sight on the classroom side of the half wall.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
Ensure staff without a cleared CHRI are not left alone to supervise children at any time.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that toxic substances are inaccessible to the children at all times throughout the center. A spray bottle containing bleach and water was placed on a ledge in close proximity to the named child's crib and the named child was able to grab it and spill the contents.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Based on complaint #24067: ensure that the center has a substitute system established when to full time staff are not available.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by May 21, 2025
- Violation
Based on complaint #24067: Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, ensure that center administration is notified of incidents occurring at the center as per center policy and that parents are notified of incidents occurring at the center as required. Two named staff failed to notify center administration of the named child spilling bleach onto himself and this led to the named child's parents not be notified of the incident.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
- Violation
Based on information, retrain all staff on 1. The center's supervision policy, 2. Ensuring toxic substances are inaccessible to the children, and 3. The center's policies and procedures for incidents, including notifying center administration and parents as required.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.
Ensure that children in room 105 wash their hands before the intake of food.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-6.6(a)(1) · The methods of guidance and discipline used shall: be positive.
Based on complaint #23917: Ensure that the staff utilize positive methods of guidance and discipline at all times throughout the center.
Corrected by Feb 18, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CARI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Provide documentation for the required Mantoux results for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that 1 named staff completes orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the staff in room 104 washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before they are given to another child.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure that the staff in room 105 washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that children in room 104 wash their hands immediately after having their diaper changed.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that two Epi-pen's are present for 1 named child as required.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Ensure that each child's bottle in room 103 is labeled the date.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.
Ensure that staff in room 104 wash their hands immediately after each diaper change.
Corrected by Feb 24, 2025
- Violation
Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
Complete the CARI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
Replace the stained ceiling tile in room 111.
Corrected by Jun 7, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that all staff complete orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the Epi-pens for 1 named child is stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-6.4(i) · Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.
Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.
Ensure that the children in rom 106 wash their hands before the intake of food.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
Ensure that the children in room 111 wash their hands immediately after using the toilet.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure that the staff in room 106 washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
3A:52-4.6(c)(3) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education
Ensure that two group teachers meet the required qualifications as specified in the manual.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
- Violation
Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. In rooms 105 and 106, staff were unaware of the ages of the children in their care.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the staff throughout the center washes and disinfects toys mouthed by infants and toddlers before being given to another child.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-6.1(e) · The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking.
Ensure that the children in room 106 are seated when drinking from a bottle or cup.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food.
Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before preparing or serving food.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(iii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after assisting a child in toileting.
Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately after changing a child's diaper.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with nasal secretions.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Provide a non-expired Epi-Pen and special care plan for 1 named child.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) · The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.
Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food.
Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after having their diaper changed.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that the emergency lighting in rooms 109 and 110 are operable at all times.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times in room 104. A named staff was unaware that a named child was under the table eating food off the floor.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Complete the CHRI background check for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
- Violation
Complete and submit a DCF Renewal Attestation and all required documents.
Corrected by May 25, 2022
- Violation
Complete the CARI background check for 1 new hired staff within two weeks of hire as required.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that 8 named staff, the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative complete a Renewal CHRI background check as required.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that 13 named staff submit a CARI background check upon renewal.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that a second Epi-Pen for 1 named child is present at all times as required by the special care plan.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that at least two staff have current first aid and CPR certifications and are present at all times at the center.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Violation
Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Violation
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that the center has a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintains the documentation on file.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
- Violation
Ensure that a named staff in rom 104 has a CHRI clearance prior to being left alone with a group of children.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Violation
Complete the CHRI clearance for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Violation
Ensure that a named staff in rom 111 has a CARI clearance prior to being left alone with a group of children.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Violation
Complete the CARI clearence for 1 named staff.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Violation
Conduct and document lockdown drills.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Maintain a minimum temperature of 68 degrees at all times in room 111.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Ensure that the fire extinguishers throughout the center are inspected annually.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Ensure that the children's bottles in the infant kitchen are dated.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Cease the use of blankets for children under 12 months.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Provide the required children's records checklist.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Ensure 1 named staff has the CARI clearance prior to being left alone with a group of children.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Ensure 1 named staff has the CHRI clearance on file prior to being left along with a group of children.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Ensure that the children are directly supervised at all times in room 105, wherein children were taking food from one another and eating off the floor and the staff was unaware.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Develop and implement a method of tracking the children in care. In room 107 staff reported 9 children and 8 were present.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Maintain the staff/child ratios in room 105. There was 1 child under 18 months old and 5 children 18 months and over and 1 staff present. One additional staff member was needed to meet the minimum required staff/child ratio.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Ensure that the director designee completed the required Understanding Licensing training.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Provide the required staff records checklist.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Provide and document the required annual and new hire orientation training for all staff.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2019
- Violation
Complete the CARI checks for 2 named staff.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2020
- Violation
Complete the CHRI checks for 2 named staff.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2020
- Violation
Submit the required renewal attestation form.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2019
- Violation
Corrected by Jun 18, 2019
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Feb 6, 2026 inspection noted: “Based on complaint #24909, ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times including during nap time. There was 1 staff with 8 children age…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Aug 8, 2025 inspection noted: “Based on information, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Two named staff were not aware of…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 10, 2025 inspection noted: “Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after each diaper change in room 103.” — what has changed since then?
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