THE GODDARD SCHOOL

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 6/29/26 and 6/30/26. During the inspection, the cot list in the Little Critters Room was not completed and the cots in the classroom were not assigned for use to a specific 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: Staff completed the cot list during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 6/29/26 and 6/30/26. During the inspection, four ripped nap mats were observed in the Wild Things Room. Two cracked deck boxes were observed on the playground. Exposed bolts were observed around the bottom perimeter of the toddler playground fence. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: New nap mats, including extra nap mats, have been ordered to replace the nap mats in the Wild Things Room. The deck boxes will be duct taped to prevent pinch points. If they cannot be repaired, they will be removed from the playground. The exposed bolts will be cut. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 6/29/26 and 6/30/26. During the inspection, peeling paint was observed on the wall in the Llama Llama's Room near the dramatic play area and the block/car area. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The areas with peeling paint will be repainted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/3/25. At that time, plastic shopping bags were observed in a child's cubby in the Cozy Cubs Room where they were accessible to the children in the room. The staff in the room said that some of the children are still placing objects in their mouths. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: During our licensing visit the plastic bags were moved to a place in the classroom that is inaccessible to the children. A "soiled clothing" bin was added to the tops of the cubbies, where it is out of reach of the children, to avoid plastic bags with soiled clothing from potty training accidents or mealtime messes from being in a place where the children can reach them. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/3/25. At that time, peeling paint was observed under the window and behind the sink in the Rainbow Fish Room. Peeling paint was observed behind the cots in the Hungry Caterpillars Room. Peeling paint was observed by the block shelf in the Cozy Cubs Room. Peeling paint was observed next to the outside door and next to the coat cubbies in the Kindergarten Room. Peeling paint was observed in the corner next to the bathroom in the Gym. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: All above mentioned spots with chipped paint have been repainted by the school's maintenance team. Pictures of all above mentioned spots will be provided to our licensor. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/3/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #5 contained a Bachelor of Arts in Tourism and Hotel Studies from Bangkok University and over three years' experience working with children. The bachelor's degree had not been evaluated for equivalency in the United States by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: An application has been created, paid for by a state grant, and sent to Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. to obtain a degree evaluation for Staff #5. Staff #5 has been placed on leave until the results of the degree evaluation have been received. Staff #5 will be a Facility Person who does supervise children under the education evaluation has been received qualifying them as a staff person. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/3/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #4, who has lived in Illinois in the past five years, did not have Illinois clearances on file less than 60 months old. Requirement: 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. Staff Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility until Illinois clearances are on file at the facility. Correction: A new background check request has been sent out for Staff #4 to obtain a current out of state Illinois child abuse clearance, criminal history, and FBI check. The school has completed an online sex offender check from the state of Illinois, with results of "no record exists" already received and in their file. Staff #4 has been placed on leave until the clearance results have been received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/3/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. Staff person #1 did not complete mandated reporter training on or before expiration of the most current training. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file expiring 6/18/2025. Documentation of updated mandated reporter training is dated 7/3/25. Staff person #2 did not complete mandated reporter training on or before expiration of the most current training. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file expiring 7/2/2025. Documentation of updated mandated reporter training is dated 8/4/25. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Staff #1 and Staff #2 completed their renewal of the mandated reporter training late but prior to our licensing visit. The school will ensure that staff with expired certifications are placed on leave until we receive completion certificates for expired trainings, and extra time is provided prior to expiration. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/3/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. Staff person #3 did not complete Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 7/2025. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is dated 8/11/25. 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. Correction: Staff #3 had their first aid/cpr certification renewed late but prior to our licensing visit. Staff #3 was originally scheduled to complete the certification on 5/28/25 but fell sick and was not able to attend. We were not able to find another training for them to attend until 8/11/25. We will ensure teachers with expired certifications are placed on leave until renewal is complete. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #2, Child #3, Child #5, Child #6, Child #7, and Child #8 did not include the business name, address, and phone number of the parents. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The business name, address, and phone number of the parents will be added to the emergency contact forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/18/24, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #1 has been employed longer than 90 days and has not completed pediatric health and safety training by an approved provider. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #1 will have until 1/4/25 to complete the required pediatric first aid/cpr training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, then staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff Person #1 has submitted their letter of resignation effective 12/20/24. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each child emergency contact person (3270.124(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the child files were reviewed. At that time, the emergency contact form used by the facility did not include who should be contacted in an emergency. Requirement: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. Correction: The emergency contact forms were updated to include who should be contacted in case of an emergency. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Designated release persons (3270.123(a)(5))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the child files were reviewed. The fee agreement for Child #1 did not include the designated release persons. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: The designated release persons will be added to the fee agreements of the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, two infants were observed sleeping in cribs in the Busy Bees Room. One of the cribs only had two feet of space on one side, with one side against the wall and two sides up against other cribs. The other crib only had two feet of space on one side, with one side against the wall and approximately 6" of space between it and the cribs on the other two sides. Requirement: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. Correction: The cribs were moved so that there was two feet of space on three sides. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, exposed bolts were observed along the playground fencing on the Musical Playground and Deck Playground. A cracked storage container was observed on the Musical Playground. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: The exposed bolts will be cut or covered. The cracked storage container will be repaired with duct tape. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, peeling paint was observed on the wall to the right of the door in the Little Critters Room. Peeling paint was observed on the wall next to the cots to the right upon entering the Cats in Hats Room. Peeling paint was observed on the wall next to the cots to the left upon entering the Llama Llamas Room. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The areas with peeling paint will be covered until the facility is painted over winter break 12/26/24-1/1/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/18/24, the staff files were reviewed. Staff Person #2, who has resided in NJ in the past five years, had a criminal history check for NJ, but did not have a child abuse clearance for NJ. Staff Person #2 has not yet applied for the NJ CARI. Staff Person #3 did not update their mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the documented mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 1/18/19 and 8/5/24. Requirement: 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. Staff Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a NJ CARI is on file. Correction: Staff Person #4 will not work at the facility until a NJ CARI is on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #2 and Child #7 did not include the health insurance policy information. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: The health insurance policy information will be added to the emergency contact forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact form for Child #4 did not include the address of the release persons. Requirement: 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. Correction: The address of the release persons will be added to the emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each child care space (3270.124(c))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the emergency contact information in the classroom only included the parents' names and phone numbers and the emergency contact name and phone number. Requirement: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: A copy of the emergency contact forms will be placed in the classrooms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written emergency plan posted (3270.124(e))

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the emergency transportation plan posted in the classrooms did not include who would accompany the child and the staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. 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: The emergency transportation plan will be updated to include who will accompany the child and the staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/13/24, the indoor gym was equipped with a rock wall from Everlast Climbing with rules stating that before climbing 6" safety mats must be in place. The mats under the rock wall were 4" and including a warning: "the general purpose of the mat is for tumbling activities only. The mat is not to be used as a dismount or landing mat." Landing mats must be in place for use with the rock wall. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: New safety mats have been ordered as of 12/27/2024. These mats meet the 6" requirement and will replace the current mats under the rock wall in the gym. Until the new mats have been received, students will be restricted from using the rock wall. A receipt of purchase was emailed to our licensor. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

A renewal inspection was conducted 12/13/24 and 12/18/24. On 12/18/24, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #4 completed the 10 hour health and safety training on 4/17/22, but did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. 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. Staff person #4 will complete the required Get Started with Center Based Care - Revised 2022 by 1/4/25. Correction: Staff person #4 will complete the required Get Started with Center Based Care - Revised 2022 by 1/4/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).