The Goddard School - Boyds MD Licensed Child Care Center

22010 Frederick Road , Boyds MD 20841
(301) 540-1231

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: 161397
  • Capacity: 316
  • 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 5 - Montgomery County
  • District Office Phone: (240) 314-1400 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection there were several emergency cards that were missing the 2nd page, enrollment dates, attendance schedule, source of health care contact information. Facility to review all emergency cards to ensure that all lines are completed. Submit a letter of correction to the LS when completed.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.03.04D(1-2) Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection there were several forms that were not completed with dates or child's information. Facility to review all children's files to ensure all information on the forms are obtained. Facility to submit a letter of correction to the LS. Facility was reminded, all information on the forms must be completed.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.03.04D(3) Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection there were several doctor portions that were not completed. Facility to review all children's files and submit a letter of correction to the LS. Facility was reminded, all information on the forms must be completed.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection there were at least 11 children who were missing their 1st and or 2nd lead screenings. Facility to review all files to ensure that all children who are required to have lead screening have the appropriate documentation in their files.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: At the time of this inspection the facility did not have the staffing patterns posted in the center.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.02 Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection there were several staff members without staff orientation in their files. Facility to orient these staff members to ensure they understand the items included in this regulation.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.04A(1) Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection there were several staff member files missing their medical evaluation. Facility to obtain these clearances and submit evidence to the LS. LS reminded the facility that all medicals must be updated every 5 years.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.09C Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection the LS did not observe continued training for several preschool teachers currently employed for their 2021-2022 employment year. Facility to gather all trainings to ensure 12 hours of training was completed for all preschool teachers and submit evidence of completion to the LS. There are several staff members who are missing Basic health and safety as well as the COVID update certificates as well.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.10C(1) Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection the LS did not observe continued training for several school age teachers currently employed for their 2021-2022 employment year. Facility to gather all trainings to ensure 12 hours of training was completed for all school age teachers and submit evidence of completion to the LS.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.10C(3) Corrected
Findings: At the time of this inspection there were several teachers who are missing their basic health and safety training as well as their COVID 19 updated training. Facility to ensure all staff complete these missing trainings and submit evidence to the LS.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.12B(1) Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection the LS did not observe continued training for several aides currently employed for their 2021-2022 employment year. Facility to gather all trainings to ensure 6 hours of training was completed for all aides and submit evidence of completion to the LS.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.12B(3) Corrected
Findings: At the time of this inspection there were several aides who are missing their basic health and safety training as well as their COVID 19 updated training. Facility to ensure all staff complete these missing trainings and submit evidence to the LS.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.06.12C Corrected
Findings: At the time of the inspection the facility is missing the 3 hr aide orientation for at least 6 aides currently employed. Facility to have the staff members complete this training and submit evidence to the LS.
2023-06-14 Full 13A.16.08.03A Corrected
Findings: At the time of this inspection as the LS was reviewing classrooms, Room 121 has 16 preschool children with 1 staff member. Facility was able to call to have someone else come into the room before LS left the classroom. Facility was reminded that all classrooms should be within staff child ratios at all times. The management shall review ratios during morning drop off to ensure all classrooms are properly covered.
2021-05-27 Full 13A.16.03.02F(2) Corrected
Findings: Specialist was review proof of lead blood test for several children in care. Facility stated that they have received a lot of push back from the children's physicians stating that the children do not need the lead blood test. Specialist reminded the facility that any child that answers yes to any of the questions on the form is required to have lead blood test completed. Facility is asked to obtain the missing the lead blood test and submit a letter of corrections.

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