THE GODDARD SCHOOL
SOUDERTON, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address215 SOUDERS WAY, SOUDERTON, PA, 18964
CountyMontgomery
Phone(215) 660-7610
Operating details
Capacity146
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 6, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High7
- Medium3
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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215 SOUDERS WAY, SOUDERTON, PA, 18964, SOUDERTON, PA 18964
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/8/2026
- High0
- Medium-High7
- Medium3
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk5/8/2026
Contact when arises (3270.27(a)(3))
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. Correction: Legal entity will create an emergency plan that provides a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation rises. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-High risk5/8/2026
Contact when ended (3270.27(a)(4))
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have an emergency plan that provided a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instructions as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for 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: Legal Entity will create an emergency plan that provides a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and provide instruction as to how parents can safetly pick up their children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium risk5/8/2026
No business simultaneous use (3270.61(f))
At the time of the inspection the older toddler classroom (Room #003) bathroom was licensed for childcare but was being used as a library. Requirement: Indoor space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered. Correction: Legal Entity removed the toilet out of the bathroom. Legal Entity will ensure the room has nothing on the floor. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-Low risk5/8/2026
Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))
At the time of the inspection preschool 1 classroom did not have rest equipment labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: Legal entity will create a rest chart to match the numbers on the sleep equipment. The rest chart will include the number and student name. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-High risk5/8/2026
Written emergency plan posted (3270.124(e))
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have a transportation plan posted in any child care space throughout the building. Requirement: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. Correction: Legal Entity will create a transportation plan and post it in all child care space throughout the building. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-Low risk5/8/2026
Safe routes posted (3270.171(c))
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have a written notification of safe routes posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Requirement: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. Correction: Legal Entity will create a written notification of safe routes and post them in the family board. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-High risk5/8/2026
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(b))
At the time of the inspection the facility did not document testing of fire system every 30 days. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: Legal Entity will test the fire alarm monthly and document the fire alarm on the DHS test alarm sheet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have a policy addressing The Prevention and Identification of Child Maltreatment on file. Also, facility person #1 did not have Health and Safety training part 2, and Annual Emergency Plan training on file. Requirement: 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. Correction: Legal entity will create a policy to address the Prevention and Identification of Child Maltreatment and have on file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes Health and Safety training part 2, and Annual Emergency Plan training and that it is kept on file at the facility at all times. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/22/2026 - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR (3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10))
At the time of the inspection facility person# 1 did not have Pediatric first aid / CPR training on file. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction: Legal entity will ensure that facility person# 1 completes pediatric first aid / CPR training and that it is kept on file at all times. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/22/2026 - Medium-High risk1/6/2026
Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))
At the time of the inspection facility person #1 did not have Annual Fire Safety training on file. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. Correction: Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes Annual Fire Safety training and that it is kept on file at the facility at all times. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/22/2026 - Medium risk1/6/2026
Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))
At the time of the inspection facility person #1 did not have Health and Safety training part 1 on file. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes Health and safety training part 1and that it is on file at the facility at all times. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/22/2026 - Medium risk1/6/2026
Two written references (3270.192(5))
At the time of the inspection facility person # 2 did not have two written nonfamily references on file. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Legal entity will ensure that facility person # 2 did obtains two written nonfamily references and they are kept on file at all times. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/21/2026
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$968/month
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Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SOUDERTON, Montgomery County
- Capacity: 146
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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