The Goddard School - Arnold MD Licensed Child Care Center

1 E. Joyce Lane , Arnold MD 21012
(410) 544-0310

About the Provider

Description: 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.

Additional Information: MSDE-Approved Education Program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 158761
  • Capacity: 131
  • Age Range: 6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Type of Care: infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
  • District Office: Region 1 - Anne Arundel County
  • District Office Phone: (410) 514-7850 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2023-08-03 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: Some children's files do not contain completed lead forms.
2023-08-03 Full 13A.16.06.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: Three medical evaluation forms indicate that the staff member is not suitable or able to work in child care.
2023-08-03 Full 13A.16.11.04A(1)(a) Corrected
Findings: Two medication authorization forms for one child were not signed by the child's parent.
2022-09-09 Mandatory Review 13A.16.05.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed darkened spots on the ceilings in three classrooms. Owner states that there have been leak issues in the past and when it rained the other day the spots appeared. One of the dark spots in one classroom is surrounding a ceiling sprinkler. Facility shall have the ceiling and above and sprinkler areas assessed for leaks, repair any damage, repair or replace ceiling tiles, and a follow up will be conducted.
2022-09-09 Mandatory Review 13A.16.08.02B Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed two Aides in charge of a group of infants. Director states that the Infant Toddler Teacher does not work on Fridays. Director states that the two Aides, who are on the Staffing Pattern for the room, are not always alone in the room without a qualified Teacher. Owner states that they have a new staff member starting next week who is qualified. Facility shall submit a Staffing Pattern for Fridays, separate from the Staffing Pattern for Mondays through Thursdays. Facility shall submit all documents to add and qualify the new staff member.
2021-08-04 Full 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed emergency forms missing authorized pick up person and/or physician's information. Facility shall review all emergency forms for completeness, obtain missing information, and submit a letter of corrections.
2021-08-04 Full 13A.16.05.11A Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed ceiling tiles along the far wall in Room 8 that are stained. Facility shall replace ceiling tiles and fix leaks if any. A follow up will be conducted.
2021-02-12 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2020-05-27 Other
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2019-08-20 Full 13A.16.10.02E Corrected
Findings: The following was missing fro the first aid kit: liquid fragrance free soap, 2 rolls of gauze and triangular bandage.
2019-08-20 Full 13A.16.03.05C Corrected
Findings: Several staff members were missing the MD, FBI or both of their fingerprint copies from their file.
2019-08-20 Full 13A.16.09.02B Corrected
Findings: There were no individual activity plans for any infants or toddlers.
2019-08-20 Full 13A.16.05.01A(1) Corrected
Findings: The toilet paper holder in room 8 was coming off the wall, and the tear in the changing table in room 1.
2019-08-20 Full 13A.16.09.02A Corrected
Findings: There were no primary's designated or posted in the center.
2018-11-07 Complaint 13A.16.12.06E(1) Corrected
Findings: An infant was given the wrong bottle, another infant's breast milk.

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