Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Goddard School
Swedesboro, NJ
· Gloucester County
553 Beckett Road,
Swedesboro, NJ 08085
Quick Facts
Capacity
176 children
Age Range
0 - 13 years
Type of Care
infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1
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Contact Information
📞 (856) 467-8477
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
08GOD0003
License Issued
Aug 28, 2026
Active Through
Aug 28, 2029
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
Reviews
BatDad
2018-07-12 02:49:27
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for less than 6 months
Warning to Parents: I wish I could give this place zero stars. There is clearly something being hidden in the background at this school. Teachers seem to be in constant battle for help from the administrators who do nothing. They lied to me about incidents regarding my son and could not keep their story straights when I questioned. In the end my son no longer attend this school and he was traumatized by the experience. I would not recommend. For the price you pay you can put your kid in full private school with smaller class size, more individual attention and an honest administration who will not cover up their issues with staff in lies. I feel bad for these teachers they are paid very little and their class sizes are far to large for the younger groups. The directors will lie and sell you to get you in the door and will tell you they address your concerns but do not. Save your money this place is a joke.
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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
- Monday06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Tuesday06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Wednesday06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Thursday06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Friday06:30 AM - 06:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2026-04-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-03-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2026-02-05 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-09-24 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-09-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-26 | Other,Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-08-08 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-29 | Other | No | Center Inspection |
| 2024-07-10 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-28 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-06 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-03-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-23 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-23 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-01-23 | Violation | 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) | Ensure that the sponsor representative submits a CARI background check upon renewal. - When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. |
| 2023-01-23 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure the sponsor and/or the sponsor representative submits a CHRI background check as required. - 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 complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. |
| 2023-01-23 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Ensure that all illuminated exit signs and emergency lighting are operable in the bathroom in room 2. - 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. |
| 2023-01-23 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Sand and paint the rusted bathroom stall dividers in room 6. - 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. |
| 2022-12-30 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-11-09 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-04 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-19 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-19 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.11(a)(1) | Ensure CHRIs are completed and maintained on file for 2 staff. - 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 complete the electronic fingerprinting process through the vendor authorized by the State to conduct CHRI background checks through the Division of State Police in the Department of Law and Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(g)(1) | Ensure that 2 staff complete orientation/annual training and maintain on file at the center. - The center shall maintain on file documentation of the date, time, topic, presenter, and attendance for all staff development and orientation completed by center staff members. For staff development provided by the center, the center shall maintain on file documentation or a copy of all staff development materials used. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-3.4(a) | Submit a current comprehensive general liability insurance policy and maintain the documentation on file. - The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(5) | Submit and maintain a current fire certificate on file at the center. - 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. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) | Submit and maintain a current life/hazard use registration certificate on file at the center. - The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) | Submit the current fire drill log. - Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) | Submit the current lockdown drill log. - Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(1) | Ensure that each child's bottle is labeled with the child's name and date in room 2. - For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, each child's bottle(s) shall be labeled with the child's name and dated. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Repaint the wall in room 3. - 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. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(4) | Ensure that all carpeting is securely fastened to the floor throughout the center. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Ensure mechanical ventilations throughout the center is dust free. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-08-19 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(k)(5) | Cease the use of wading pools. - Swimming pool requirements are as follows: wading pools that are 24 inches or less, are filled as needed, are portable, and do not have a filtration system are prohibited. |
| 2021-12-01 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-22 | Life Safety | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-09-22 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-09-20 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-08-20 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-05 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-08-05 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-07-22 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-07-15 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-06-24 | No Selection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-04-30 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-03-23 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-19 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-11-14 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-10-04 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-08-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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