Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Goddard School
Branchburg, NJ
· Somerset County
3322 US Route 22 W.,
Branchburg, NJ 08876
Quick Facts
Capacity
147 children
Age Range
0 - 6 years
Type of Care
infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
3
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Contact Information
📞 (908) 231-8600
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
18GOD0003
License Issued
Aug 13, 2024
Active Through
Aug 13, 2027
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
- Monday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Tuesday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Wednesday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Thursday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Friday07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-13 | Monitoring,Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-15 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-07-14 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-08-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-11 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-06-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-05-31 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-23 | Renewal,Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-24 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-02-23 | Violation | 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(iii) | Ensure that the center washes and disinfects diapering surfaces after each use in room 6. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: in addition to the items specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)3, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use, diapering surfaces. |
| 2023-02-23 | Violation | 3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) | Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL. - The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office. |
| 2023-02-23 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation is clean in room 9. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2023-02-23 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean in room 7 next to the vents. - 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. |
| 2023-02-23 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) | Ensure that all playground equipment meets public playground design standards (ASTM F-1487). Clean the plastic house on the small play area. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11. |
| 2023-02-23 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) | Ensure that the 4 foot fence is cleaned on the small play area side. - Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children. |
| 2022-07-29 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-27 | Monitoring,New Sponsor | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-27 | Monitoring,New Sponsor | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(i) | Cease the use of types of attachment devices. An infant had a necklace with a bead around their neck. - Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(i) | Ensure that children wash their hands before the intake of food in room 4. A child was eating snack and their nose was runny - 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. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(4)(vi) | Ensure that staff wash their hands after coming into contact with nasal excretions in room 1. - Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
| 2022-06-27 | 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. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(a)(1) | Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for 1 staff member. - 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. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(2) | Ensure that 1 staff completes a CHRI background check. - As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). The sponsor or sponsor representative and each staff member shall provide the identifying information and documentation to the State-authorized vendor as necessary to conduct a CHRI background check, including the individual’s name, address, date of birth, place of birth, citizenship, sex, race, height, weight, hair color, eye color, Social Security number, and the center’s license number. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that all Epi-pens are accompanied by a special care plan and is 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). |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Provide a current fire certificate as required. - The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(f)(1) | Ensure that the center has an adequate supply of soap and disposable paper towels in room 3. - Toilet facility requirements are as follows: a supply of soap, toilet paper, and individual hand towels or disposable paper towels shall be provided. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are in good repair in the hallway near the playground door. - 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. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(13) | Ensure that all blind cords are inaccessible to the children in room 3. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that window blind cords and other cords and ropes that present risk of harm are inaccessible to children. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.4(a)(1) | Ensure that all electrical outlets accessible to the children have protective coverings throughout the center. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, all electrical outlets that are accessible to the children shall have protective covers. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean in room 6. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) | Ensure that the computers monitor is secured to a stable surface in room 8. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(9) | Ensure that wash basin is maintained in operating and sanitary condition in room 6. It is slow to drain. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-6.4(f) | Ensure that each child's sleeping equipment is labeled with the child's name in room 2. - When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that the staff's handbag is inaccessible to the children in room 8. At the time of the inspection, the handbag was removed. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children. |
| 2022-06-27 | Violation | 3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(iii) | Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions in room 1. - 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 immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions. |
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