The Goddard School

WAYNE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

2.6based on state inspection data
Capacity148
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address2086 Hamburg Tpke, Wayne, NJ, 07470

CityWAYNE, NJ 07470

CountyPassaic

Phone973-839-3980

Websitehttp://www.goddardschool.com

Operating details

Capacity148

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High17
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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2086 Hamburg Tpke, Wayne, NJ, 07470, WAYNE, NJ 07470

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/2/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk3/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a)(4) — Ensure staff without a cleared CARI are not left alone to supervise children at any time. 1 staff CARI pending.

    Ensure staff without a cleared CARI are not left alone to supervise children at any time. 1 staff CARI pending. Regulation: When a person who is not required to complete a CARI background check is working with children at the center, the center shall ensure oversight of that person by another staff member and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Corrected 4/2/2026
  2. Medium-High risk3/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Replace stained ceiling tiles in Room 3 & 4 (rear sprinkler head).

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Replace stained ceiling tiles in Room 3 & 4 (rear sprinkler head). Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 4/2/2026
  3. Medium-High risk3/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Replace missing Johnny caps in Room 8 bathroom.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Replace missing Johnny caps in Room 8 bathroom. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 4/2/2026
  4. Medium-High risk3/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Clean under changing mat in Rooms 2 & 3.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Clean under changing mat in Rooms 2 & 3. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 4/2/2026
  5. Medium-High risk3/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Clean bathroom vent in Rooms 5 & 8.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including Clean bathroom vent in Rooms 5 & 8. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

    Corrected 4/2/2026

2025

  1. High risk7/31/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times including Based on report, ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times throughout the center. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

    Corrected 8/12/2025
  2. High risk7/31/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) — Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including Based on report, retrain the named staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tra

    Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually, including Based on report, retrain the named staff on 1. The center's supervision policy and 2. The center's policies and procedures for tracking children. Regulation: (a) Topics of orientation training shall include all of the following: 1. Supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a); 2. Understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3; 3. Implementing group size limits and primary caregiver responsibilities, as applicable, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.4; 4. Recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9; 5. Evacuating the center and using the fire alarms, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l); 6.Implementing the center’s release policy, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5; 7. Implementing the center's statement of policy on the disciplining of children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.6; 8. Implementing health practices, including medication administration and responding to symptoms of illness, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1 through 7.11; 9. Implementing safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome; 10. Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; 11. Recognizing and responding to injuries and emergencies, including the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food-related allergies and other allergic reactions; and 12. Including children with special needs in the center’s program.

    Corrected 8/12/2025
  3. High risk7/31/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. Based on report, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout

    Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. Based on report, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.

    Corrected 8/12/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$899/month

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Typical prices in New Jersey run about $1,247/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in New Jersey by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: WAYNE, Passaic County
  • Capacity: 148
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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