Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Goddard School
Paramus, NJ
· Bergen County
332 Forest Avenue,
Paramus, NJ 07652
Quick Facts
Capacity
150 children
Age Range
0 - 6 years
Type of Care
infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
Subsidized Program
Participates
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Contact Information
📞 (201) 470-6245
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
151000187
License Issued
Jun 18, 2025
Active Through
Jun 18, 2028
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
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About the Provider
The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
Hours of Operation
- Monday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Friday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-04-07 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-06-16 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-05-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-04 | Other,Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-21 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-01-22 | Re-Inspection,Other | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-12-09 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-01 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-01 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal. - The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately before the intake of food. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(i) | Ensure that staff wash their hands immediately before preparing or serving food. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately before preparing or serving food. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1) | Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) | Retrain all staff on the center's policies of sanitation and hand washing. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. - Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Submit education documentation for one group teacher. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(18) | Ensure that all microwave ovens are secured to a stable surface in Rooms 1 and 2. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ensure that microwave ovens, toaster ovens, and other portable devices used to heat or prepare food are out of children's reach, secured on a stable surface, and not in use when children are in the area in order to ensure the safety of children. |
| 2023-03-01 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(16)(i) | Repair and/or paint the wall in disrepair in Room 2 near the hand washing sink. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of excessive peeling or chipped paint. |
| 2022-01-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-10-15 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-07-30 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-09-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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