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The Goddard School
Forest Hill, MD
· Harford County
460 Granary Road,
Forest Hill, MD 21050
Quick Facts
Capacity
146 children
Age range (listing information)
18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years, 5 years to 15 years
May not reflect the ages served today. Please confirm with the provider.
Type of Care
Before School, After School, Summer Care
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
5
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Contact Information
📞 (410) 420-1859-
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www.goddardschool.com/schools/md/forest-hill/forest-hill
Website checked Nov 2026
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
133816
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
Accreditation
MSDE
District Office
Region 11 - North Central Office
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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.
Additional Information:
MSDE-Approved Education Program.
Hours of Operation
- Monday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-04-08 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2024-09-18 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: Staff used an unlabeled gallon of bleach water solution as drinking water and it was poured into two years water cup. | |||
| 2024-09-18 | Complaint | 13A.16.10.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: A gallon of bleach water solution was stored next to the drinking water. | |||
| 2024-09-18 | Complaint | 13A.16.10.04D | Corrected |
| Findings: A gallon of bleach was not properly labeled and was used for drinking water. | |||
| 2024-05-02 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls observed in several rooms staffing patterns were not updated and accurate. | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.06.13B | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls observed Director could not provide a sub log to verify who was subbing in the classroom when Ls asked staff in the room Aides stated that they were the teachers in the room. LS asked Director did she have a written sub log she stated she did but did not present one to LS. | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls observed that in toddler room 3 aides and no qualified teacher. In room 10 preschool room 2 Aides and no qualified teacher. | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed in toddler room#4 with 3 Aides with no qualified teacher. In room preschool room# 10 2 aides and no qualified teacher. | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed in room 4 three Aides and no qualified teacher . | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls observed in room #4 toddler room,3 aides and no qualified teacher. In preschool room #2 aides and no qualified teacher. | |||
| 2023-09-06 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.03A | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls observed in toddler room 3 aides and no qualified teacher . In room #10 preschool room two aides in room no qualified teacher. | |||
| 2023-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed two aides in a preschool room | |||
| 2023-04-27 | Full | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: LS observed cleaning products in an unlock closet within reach of children . | |||
| 2022-05-27 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: At least 4 staff employment ended without notification to the office of child care. Employment for the staff ended several months prior to the inspection date. | |||
| 2022-05-27 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.08A | Corrected |
| Findings: Two rooms with infants and or toddlers the diaper changing table and the hand washing sink were located at opposite ends of the room. Staff member was observed carrying a child she diapered from the back of the room where the changing table is located to the front where the sink is located to wash the child's hands as well as her own. | |||
| 2022-05-27 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.09.02C | Corrected |
| Findings: Some of the activity plans did not show they had been reevaluated after three months. | |||
| 2022-05-27 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: Unlocked storage room containing cleaning and sanitizing products and other harmful items does not have a child safety device. | |||
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.02A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls conducted a complaint inspection in which it was self reported that a staff member observed another staff member take a toddler into a bathroom and spank the child. The accused teacher admitted to "swatting" the child's hand. An incident report was originally completed and submitted to the Office of Child Care via email that stated that this incident took place on March 29th. At the time of the inspection, it was reported to the LS by management staff that the date of the incident had changed to March 30th and another incident report was submitted reflecting the change in the date of the incident. The date that this incident was reported to the Office of Child Care remains the same, which is March 31st. At the time of the inspection, management staff stated that they had called CPS but "did not get an answer". LS instructed them to continue to call. | |||
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.02C(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls conducted a complaint inspection in which it was self reported that a staff member observed another staff member take a toddler into a bathroom and spank the child. The accused teacher admitted to "swatting" the child's hand. An incident report was originally completed and submitted to the Office of Child Care via email that stated that this incident took place on March 29th. At the time of the inspection, it was reported to the LS by management staff that the date of the incident had changed to March 30th and another incident report was submitted reflecting the change in the date of the incident. The date that this incident was reported to the Office of Child Care remains the same, which is March 31st. At the time of the inspection, management staff stated that they had called CPS but "did not get an answer". LS instructed them to continue to call until they had spoken to someone. | |||
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls conducted a complaint inspection in which it was self reported that a staff member observed another staff member take a toddler into a bathroom and spank the child. The accused teacher admitted to "swatting" the child's hand. An incident report was originally completed and submitted to the Office of Child Care via email that stated that this incident took place on March 29th. At the time of the inspection, it was reported to the LS by management staff that the date of the incident had changed to March 30th and another incident report was submitted reflecting the change in the date of the incident. The date that this incident was reported to the Office of Child Care remains the same, which is March 31st. At the time of the inspection, management staff stated that they had called CPS but "did not get an answer". LS instructed them to continue to call until they had spoken to someone. LS informed the staff that while discussing child abuse and neglect reporting to their staff, they should discuss their discipline policy and age appropriate discipline as well. | |||
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls conducted a complaint inspection in which it was self reported that a staff member observed another staff member take a toddler into a bathroom and spank the child. The accused teacher admitted to "swatting" the child's hand. An incident report was originally completed and submitted to the Office of Child Care via email that stated that this incident took place on March 29th. At the time of the inspection, it was reported to the LS by management staff that the date of the incident had changed to March 30th and another incident report was submitted reflecting the change in the date of the incident. The date that this incident was reported to the Office of Child Care remains the same, which is March 31st. At the time of the inspection, management staff stated that they had called CPS but "did not get an answer". LS instructed them to continue to call until they had spoken to someone. LS informed the staff that while discussing child abuse and neglect reporting to their staff, they should discuss their discipline policy and age appropriate discipline as well. | |||
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03B(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls conducted a complaint inspection in which it was self reported that a staff member observed another staff member take a toddler into a bathroom and spank the child. The accused teacher admitted to "swatting" the child's hand. An incident report was originally completed and submitted to the Office of Child Care via email that stated that this incident took place on March 29th. At the time of the inspection, it was reported to the LS by management staff that the date of the incident had changed to March 30th and another incident report was submitted reflecting the change in the date of the incident. The date that this incident was reported to the Office of Child Care remains the same, which is March 31st. At the time of the inspection, management staff stated that they had called CPS but "did not get an answer". LS instructed them to continue to call until they had spoken to someone. LS informed the staff that while discussing child abuse and neglect reporting to their staff, they should discuss their discipline policy and age appropriate discipline as well. | |||
| 2022-04-05 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03C(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Ls conducted a complaint inspection in which it was self reported that a staff member observed another staff member take a toddler into a bathroom and spank the child. The accused teacher admitted to "swatting" the child's hand. An incident report was originally completed and submitted to the Office of Child Care via email that stated that this incident took place on March 29th. At the time of the inspection, it was reported to the LS by management staff that the date of the incident had changed to March 30th and another incident report was submitted reflecting the change in the date of the incident. The date that this incident was reported to the Office of Child Care remains the same, which is March 31st. At the time of the inspection, management staff stated that they had called CPS but "did not get an answer". LS instructed them to continue to call until they had spoken to someone. LS informed the staff that while discussing child abuse and neglect reporting to their staff, they should discuss their discipline policy and age appropriate discipline as well. | |||
| 2021-05-24 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2021-03-18 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.06E(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Program did not notify the Licensing Specialist that a staff person who had last worked in a classroom at the center on March 9th, had become symptomatic on March 10th, and had tested positive(confirmed by PCR test) on March 12th 2021. | |||
| 2020-07-01 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-05-20 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-04-09 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-02-28 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.03D(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: While doing a complaint inspection and speaking to the owner and director of education, reviewing attendance, and looking at the children's emergency cards, the Licensing Specialist determined the Terrific Turtles room had 9 children physically present three days a week with 6 children being under 18 months of age. Two days a week there were 8 children physically present with 5 children being under the age of 18 months. | |||
| 2019-02-28 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: A change of operation form was not submitted to the Office of Child Care to reduce the capacity of the Terrific Turtles room from 9 to 6 to accurately reflect the mixed ages of the infants and toddlers in that room. Change of operation form is to be submitted immediately. | |||
| 2019-02-28 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.06A | Corrected |
| Findings: There were too many infants in a toddler classroom. | |||
| 2018-09-25 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: Provider did not notify the licensing specialist that construction for the new playground was completed. The Licensing Specialist did not approve the new playground equipment prior to being used by children in care. | |||
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