Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Goddard School
Manalapan, NJ
· Monmouth County
22 Wilson Avenue,
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Quick Facts
Capacity
208 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Type of Care
infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (732) 446-5155
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
13GOD0013
License Issued
Nov 6, 2025
Active Through
Nov 6, 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
- Monday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-09 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-08-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-07-08 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-12-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-11-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-05 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-10-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-01 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-06-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-06-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-04-17 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-03-14 | Monitoring,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-24 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-11 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-01-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-11-22 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-10-21 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-09-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-08 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-23 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-30 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-04-16 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-07 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-02-09 | Renewal,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-09-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-07-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-06-27 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-25 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-25 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan and that two are present when required. - The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1). |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair in rooms 2 and 3. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(b)(1) | Repair and/or replace sleeping equipment that is in disrepair. - The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(e) | Ensure that pacifiers are removed when children are crawling or walking. - The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for all staff within two weeks of hire. - The sponsor or sponsor representative, and each staff member shall complete a signed consent form provided by the Department that indicates the identifying information necessary to conduct a CARI background check, including the person’s name, address, date of birth, sex, race, and Social Security number. Pursuant to the Federal Privacy Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-579), the Department shall advise each such person that the disclosure of his or her Social Security number is voluntary, and that the Social Security number will only be used for the purpose of conducting a CARI background check. |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(1) | Ensure that the head teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: for all centers, the head teacher or consulting head teacher shall meet the qualification requirements specified in one of the seven options set forth in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.6(c) for education and experience. |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(c)(3) | Ensure that the group teacher meets the required qualifications as specified in the manual. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: the group teacher shall meet the requirements for experience and education |
| 2023-05-25 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(2) | Ensure that the center develops and implements job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff. - 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 job descriptions, titles and qualifications for all center staff. |
| 2022-04-08 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-01-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-12-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-11-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-07-22 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-04-21 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-03-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-25 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-13 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-12-10 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-11-06 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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