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The Goddard School

ACROSS FROM FANNY CHAPMAN CLOSE TO 202 313, Doylestown PA 18901 · License #CER-00249015 · Child Care Center

Granted; enrollment ACT
Capacity 115 childrenAges 0 mo – 10 yr3-Star programLast inspected Oct 24, 2025
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Care & schedule

When they operate

School District HolidaysEarly Dismissal School DaysSchool District Snow DaysBefore SchoolAfter SchoolSchool Year OnlySummer OnlyFull YearWeekdaysFlexible Schedule

Ages served

Newborn (Under 6 Weeks)Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)
  • 3-Star quality rating
  • Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
  • Licensed for 115 children
17
Violations, past 3 yrs
From inspections (not complaints)
0
High-risk violations
Serious / high-risk non-compliance
0
Substantiated complaints
Published by Pennsylvania OCDEL
4
Inspections, past 3 yrs
Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr
This facility
4.3
Pennsylvania average
4.6

Inspection history & violations

Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Oct 24, 2025 — Renewal
5 violations cited · view state record
5 violations
  • Violation

    3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

    During renewal inspection on October 24, 2025, the records of staff #5 and 7 did not contain documentation of complete Health and Safety trainings.

    Corrected by Dec 8, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

    During renewal inspection on October 24, 2025, cert rep observed monstera plants in the Toddler room.

    Corrected by Oct 24, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

    During renewal inspection on October 24, 2025, certification representative observed air vents in need of cleaning in the bathroom of the Get Set room.

    Corrected by Dec 8, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

    During renewal inspection on October 24, 2025, the financial agreement of child #1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

    Corrected by Dec 8, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

    During renewal inspection on October 24, 2025, the emergency contact form of child #2 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

    Corrected by Dec 8, 2025

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Jun 18, 2025 — Allocated Unannounced Monitoring
No violations cited · view state record
Clean
Dec 5, 2024 — Renewal
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • Violation

    3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

    During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the record of staff #2 did not contain the Health and Safety update.

    Corrected by Dec 27, 2024

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  • Violation

    3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, documentation of Mandated Reporter training, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

    During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the record of staff #2 contained Mandated Reporter training that was more than 60 months old (dated 11-2-18) and the record of staff #4 contained a Child Abuse clearance for volunteer purposes.

    Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

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  • Violation

    3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

    During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the agreement of children #1, 3, 4, and 5 did not specify the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

    During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the emergency contact information of child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

    During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the records of staff #1, 3, and 6 did not contain health assessments (record of staff #3 contained Tb test only).

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2025

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  • Violation

    3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

    During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the record of child #2 did not contain a health assessment (contained immunization record only).

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2025

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Dec 1, 2023 — Renewal
6 violations cited · view state record
6 violations
  • Violation

    3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

    During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, the record of staff #1 contained an FBI clearance obtained through the Department of Ed, which is not accepted by DHS and the record of staff #2 contained a Child Abuse clearance for Volunteer purposes.

    Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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  • Violation

    3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

    During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, the agreements of children #1, 3, and 4 did not include the date of the child's admission.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2024

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  • Violation

    3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

    During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, the emergency contact information of children #1 and #4 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2024

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  • Violation

    3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

    During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, the immunization records of children #3 and #4 did not include an influenza vaccine within the previous calendar year, and did not contain exemption documentation.

    Corrected by Jan 4, 2024

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  • Violation

    3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

    During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, the facility emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants and toddlers.

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2024

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  • Violation

    3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

    During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, provider did not have documentation that a copy of the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.

    Corrected by Jan 2, 2024

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Dec 21, 2022 — Renewal
1 violation cited · view state record
1 violation
  • Violation

    3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

    During the facility inspection, there were windows in several classrooms on the second level of the facility that opened more than 6-inches when measured.

    Corrected by Dec 21, 2022

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Nov 29, 2021 — Renewal
No violations cited · view state record
Clean

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

  1. 1The Oct 24, 2025 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection on October 24, 2025, the records of staff #5 and 7 did not contain documentation of complete Health and Safety trainings.” — what has changed since then?
  2. 2The Dec 5, 2024 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection on December 5, 2024, the record of staff #2 did not contain the Health and Safety update.” — what has changed since then?
  3. 3The Dec 1, 2023 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection on December 1, 2023, the record of staff #1 contained an FBI clearance obtained through the Department of Ed, which is not accepted by…” — what has changed since then?

Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error