THE GODDARD SCHOOL

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

The files for children #1, #2, and #3 lacked emergency contact information that included the work addresses and work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the home address and home telephone number of the enrolling parent. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The files for children #1, #2, and #3 now have all necessary emergency contact information regarding employment of the enrolling parent. The file for child #2 now has the necessary emergency contact information that includes the home address and home telephone number of the enrolling parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Information re: special needs (3270.124(b)(5))

The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction: The file for child #2 now has all necessary emergency contact information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. 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 file for child #2 now has the emergency contact information including the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Free from contagious/communicable disease (3270.131(d)(7))

The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction: The file for child #3 will have an updated health report including a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)(1))

According to the facility's self-report and staff statements, on 10/22/25, Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were transitioning 15 preschoolers from their classroom to the gym when Child #1 was left in the restroom which is located inside of the classroom. Staff person #4 walked into the classroom between 20 to 30 seconds after the class had left and found child #1 in the restroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 reported that they realized Child #1 was not with the class when they were conducting the name to face check at the gym threshold. Staff Person #2 ran back to the classroom to get child #1. Child #1 was alone for 20 to 30 seconds before reuniting with their class in the gym. Requirement: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: We immediately returned to the classroom and brought the child to re-join her class. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

According to the facility's self-report and staff statements, on 10/22/25, Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were transitioning 15 preschoolers from their classroom to the gym when Child #1 was left in the restroom which is located inside of the classroom. Staff person #4 walked into the classroom between 20 to 30 seconds after the class had left and found child #1 in the restroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 reported that they realized Child #1 was not with the class when they were conducting the name to face check at the gym threshold. Staff Person #2 ran back to the classroom to get child #1. Child #1 was alone for 20 to 30 seconds before reuniting with their class in the gym. Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised at all times. 2. The Legal Entity will arrange for all staff to attend a minimum of 2 hours of training on supervision conducted by the ELRC. Proof of training will be submitted upon completion. Correction: We immediately returned to the classroom and brought the child to re-join her class. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Similar Age Level (3270.51)

According to the facility's self-report and staff statements, on 10/22/25, Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 were transitioning 15 preschoolers from their classroom to the gym when Child #1 was left in the restroom which is located inside of the classroom. Staff person #4 walked into the classroom between 20 to 30 seconds after the class had left and found child #1 in the restroom. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 reported that they realized Child #1 was not with the class when they were conducting the name to face check at the gym threshold. Staff Person #2 ran back to the classroom to get child #1. Child #1 was alone for 20 to 30 seconds before reuniting with their class in the gym. Requirement: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. Correction: We immediately returned to the classroom and brought the child to re-join her class. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No physical punishment (3270.113(b))

Based on staff interviews, it was determined that Staff Person #1 used physical discipline. Staff Person #1 was observed lifting a child in an aggressive manner that caused the child's neck to snap backward. Additionally, with the child facing Staff Person #1, Staff Person #1 lifted the child by placing their arms over the child and under the child's armpits and then forcefully placed the child down onto the floor. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. Correction: Staff Person #1 was required to complete the following DHS-appropriate professional development trainings: · Infant Myths Debunked: Using Research to Support Infant Development in the Classroom · Dealing with Anger in the ECE Environment · Safe Sleep Practices for Caregivers: Reduce the Risk of SUID Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

The operator self-reported that Staff person #1 and #2 served a Nutrigrain bar containing oats to child #1 who has a documented oat allergy. Child #1 began vomiting after eating the bar and the parents were called to pick up the child. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: We immediately addressed the situation with the classroom teachers and self-reported. We spoke about the importance of checking the allergy list (a list of children with allergies by classroom) with the ingredients of all snacks and meals served EVERY mealtime. We also updated our classroom protocols and allergy signage to help reduce confusion we also trained all of our faculty on our updated procedures during our March 5 2025 faculty meeting. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for staff person #2 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed in the last 60 months. The NSOR verification certificate in the file was dated 11/7/19. 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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: We suspended the employee from being in classrooms and immediately had her apply for her updated NSOR clearance. The Clearance came back and is dated 1/25/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

The files for staff persons #1, #3, and #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. Staff person #1 firesafety training in the file was dated 5/11/23 and 6/18/24. Staff person #3 firesafety training in the file was dated 6/23/23 and 7/22/24. Staff person #4 firesafety training in the file was dated 7/7/23 and 8/7/24. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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: The fire safety trainings had already been completed to correct the lack of training, Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

The file for child #1 whom is a preschool child lacked a health report that was completed 12 months from the previous health report. The health reports in the file were dated 8/15/23 and 9/3/24. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Correction: This was already corrected. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).