Licensed Child Care Center
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The Goddard School
Silver Spring, MD
· Montgomery County
8611 Second Avenue,
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Quick Facts
Capacity
222 children
Age range (listing information)
6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years
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Type of Care
Before School, After School, Summer Care
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
5
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Contact Information
📞 (301) 830-4505-
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www.goddardschool.com/schools/md/silver-spring/silver-spring
Website checked Nov 2026
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
251165
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County
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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 - 6:30 PM September - August
- Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
- Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
- Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
- Friday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2025-10-02 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2024-09-13 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2023-09-28 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist observed emergency forms that were missing Enrollment dates | |||
| 2023-09-28 | Full | 13A.16.03.04E | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist observed children files that were missing lead screening | |||
| 2023-09-28 | Full | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist was not able to observe 12 hours of continued training for child care teachers. | |||
| 2023-09-28 | Full | 13A.16.06.12B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist was not able review 6 hours of continued training for aides per full year of employment | |||
| 2023-09-28 | Full | 13A.16.10.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: Licensing specialist was not able to observe liquid fragrance free soap in the first aid supply kit. | |||
| 2022-02-07 | Complaint | 13A.16.07.03A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: This regulation was discussed. On February 4, 2022 it was reported that a Teacher poked a child in the neck. The center determined that the teacher did not follow the center's discipline policy and was terminated. | |||
| 2022-02-07 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: On February 4, 2022 it was reported that a teacher poked a child in the neck because he refused to participate in a movement activity. The teacher failed to provide adequate supervision to the child in care. | |||
| 2022-02-07 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe a current and complete staffing pattern posted in the facility. | |||
| 2022-02-07 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility did not notify OCC of one new staff within 5 working days. | |||
| 2022-02-07 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed a bleach solution on the counter in Room 13. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The solution was removed. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of the operator maintaining emergency information for approximately 14 children in care that includes (3) the name and telephone number of the individual who is authorized to pick up the child each day; (5) the name, address, telephone number of the child's physician or other health care provider; (6) if the child has a special health condition, includes emergency medical instruction for that condition; (7) Is signed and dated by the child's parent; (8) Is updated as needed, but at least annually. Facility shall review all emergency forms for completeness and annual update and submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.03.04D(1-2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of the operator obtaining a complete health assessment for at least two children in care that meets the requirements of regulations above. Facility shall retrieve both health assessments and review all health assessments for completeness and submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.03.04E | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of the operator maintaining documentation of (2) a lead test when the child is 12 months old and again when the child is 24 months old, regardless of where the child resides, if the child was born on or after January 1, 2015. Facility shall retrieve appropriate lead screening documentation and submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed old staffing patterns posted for all classrooms. Facility submit current staffing patterns to OCC as well as post in the facility. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility did not notify OCC within 5 working days of hiring a new employee F.S. Facility shall submit a letter to OCC. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of one child care teacher in a preschool center completing at least 12 clock hours of continued training per full year of employment as a preschool child care teacher. Facility shall have teacher complete the remaining 7 hours of training and submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed at least five aides that have not completed Basic Health and Safety. The aides must complete Basic Health and Safety and submit training certificates to OCC. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.06.12B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of 5 aides in a child care center completing health and safety training as required by the office. Facility shall review all aides Health and Safety Training for completion and submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2021-07-16 | Full | 13A.16.06.12C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of at least two aides completing within 6 months after date of hire, an orientation session the follows guidelines established by the office. Facility shall have aides complete the required training and submit a letter of correction. | |||
| 2020-07-29 | Mandatory Review | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-05-11 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.03.04D(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed at least one child missing Health Inventory Part 2. Facility shall review all child records for Health Inventory Part 2 and submit a letter of corrections. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.06.09A(1)(d) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed two preschool teachers that did not complete ADA training. Facility shall submit proof of training or variance requests. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.06.09B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed preschool teachers missing training for the last full year of employment. Facility shall submit professional development plan forms and training certificates. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.06.12B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed Aides missing 3-Hour Aide Orientation course. Facility shall submit proof of completion. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.03.04C | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed emergency forms that were not updated as required. Facility shall review all emergency forms for completion and submit a letter of corrections. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed Aides missing training for the last full year of employment. Facility shall submit professional development plans and training certificates. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed two classrooms that did not have qualified staff. Facility shall submit documents to qualify staff and submit letter of corrections. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.09.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed no evidence of Infant/Toddler Individualized Activity Plans for toddlers in care. Facility shall create and implement plans for toddlers. Submit a copy and letter of corrections. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.06.09A(1)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed one preschool teacher missing the 45-Hour Preschool Curriculum course. Facility shall submit proof of training. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.06.12A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed one Aide whose training was not documented on the professional development plan form. Facility shall submit professional development plan form. | |||
| 2019-08-26 | Full | 13A.16.08.03D(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Specialist observed a group containing 7 infants Room 4. Corrected at the time of the inspection. A follow up will be conducted. | |||
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