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The Goddard School
Eldersburg, MD
· Carroll County
6300 Goddard Park Drive,
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Quick Facts
Capacity
196 children
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
Type of Care
infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (410) 549-8822
Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
261960
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 6 - Howard County / Carroll 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 - 6:00 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-24 | Other | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: The staffing patterns that were posted were dated 6/17/2024. | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: Two classrooms did not have cold water and one staff bathroom did not have hot water. | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.05.08I | Corrected |
| Findings: A sink in a classroom did not have soap. Soap was placed in the soap dispenser during the inspection. | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) | Corrected |
| Findings: There were two aides in one of the infant rooms. These individuals could not give the adequate supervision or meet the needs of the children in care. | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: There were two aides with four infants. | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.09.03B(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: There was a brown chair in a classroom that had a hole in it. The chair was removed during the inspection. | |||
| 2026-02-18 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.10.04A | Corrected |
| Findings: There were two bags of plastic bags in the bathroom of a classroom. The plastic bags were removed during the inspection. | |||
| 2023-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.04A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility does not have a medical for one employee. Correct by 9/23/2023. | |||
| 2023-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.04A(4) | Corrected |
| Findings: Two employees have medicals that are over 5 years old. Correct by 9/23/2023. | |||
| 2023-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: One teacher did not have her ongoing training for last year. Correct by 9/23/2023. | |||
| 2023-08-23 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12C | Corrected |
| Findings: One Aide does not have the Aide orientation. Correct by 9/23/2023. | |||
| 2022-07-20 | Full | 13A.16.03.02E | Corrected |
| Findings: Observed several children need the lead screening. Review all files and obtain lead screening as needed. Complete review by July 30, 2022. | |||
| 2022-07-20 | Full | 13A.16.03.06A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Three volunteers were present today who were not known to the OCC ad have not been cleared. Volunteers left the building during the inspection. Facility will complete the clearances if the volunteers wish to continue volunteering. | |||
| 2022-07-20 | Full | 13A.16.06.09C | Corrected |
| Findings: Three preschool teachers did not complete their training during the previous licensing year. All three have completed the training now. Two teachers have not completed the covid training. Have all staff registered for the training by 8/31/2022. | |||
| 2022-07-20 | Full | 13A.16.06.12B(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: Five Aides have not completed the covid training. Have all Aides registered for the class by 8/31/2022. | |||
| 2022-07-20 | Full | 13A.16.06.12C | Corrected |
| Findings: Two Aides have not completed the Aide Orientation. Have individuals registered by 8/3/2022. | |||
| 2021-06-16 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.12A(3) | Corrected |
| Findings: One Aide does not have the Basic Health and Safety training. Obtain by 7/31/21. | |||
| 2020-10-20 | Full | ||
| Findings: No Noncompliances Found | |||
| 2020-10-20 | Full | 13A.16.02.03C(3)(a) | Corrected |
| Findings: Releases have not been submitted for all employees. | |||
| 2020-08-20 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.06E(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The Director did not notify the OCC of a report that was made to another agency. | |||
| 2020-02-10 | Complaint | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Staffing patterns need to be updated. Correct by 2/12/20. | |||
| 2020-02-10 | Complaint | 13A.16.16.06C(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The facility currently does not have a Bachelor degreed teacher for Bay Builders. The facility plans to move a qualified staff member into the classroom. | |||
| 2019-06-14 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.07A | Corrected |
| Findings: There was only one Aide outside with the children when the accident occurred. This was not adequate staff for supervising the children. | |||
| 2019-06-14 | Complaint | 13A.16.08.02B | Corrected |
| Findings: An Aide was outside alone with the children when the accident occurred. Aides are not qualified to supervise children. | |||
| 2019-06-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.05B | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility did not have staffing patterns posted. Correct by 6/17/19. | |||
| 2019-06-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.03.06A(2) | Corrected |
| Findings: Facility had several employees leave during the last year and the OCC was not notified within 5 days. | |||
| 2019-06-14 | Mandatory Review | 13A.16.06.09B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Six preschool teachers did not complete their training within their licensing year. All but one teacher have since made up the training. | |||
| 2018-07-10 | Full | 13A.16.05.01A(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: The window ledges in Rain Forest need to be repainted. | |||
| 2018-07-10 | Full | 13A.16.06.02 | Corrected |
| Findings: Several staff members have not completed an orientation. Correct by 7/18/18. | |||
| 2018-07-10 | Full | 13A.16.06.09B(1) | Corrected |
| Findings: Four preschool teachers did not complete all of their training for the previous licensing year. Complete by 8/11/18. | |||
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