Child Care Center
✓ Licensed
The Goddard School
Old Bridge, NJ
· Middlesex County
1480 Englishtown Road,
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Quick Facts
Capacity
135 children
Age range (listing information)
0 - 13 years
May not reflect the ages served today. Please confirm with the provider.
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
📞 (732) 416-9600
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
12GOD0009
License Issued
Feb 18, 2025
Active Through
Feb 18, 2028
Issued By
New Jersey Department of Children & Families
District Office
New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
Reviews
Sad parent
2012-04-05 18:02:01
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
DON'T BE FOOLED!!! What a great "storefront", what a great sales pitch, what a great perception. Unfortunately the reality is quite different from the pitch. You expect the best for your child, but receive only a shell of such a thing. They want you to think they are the best and sell you on it. They will even show you examples, but if you are perceptive, you will see the truth - just look behind the curtain. If you show up unannounced at an irregular time, you will be delayed at the front (they have to let you in) until the room is the way they want you to see it. Try passing through there rather quickly during random times to pick up your child and breeze through the delay tactics, you may see the truth - screaming kids being ignored, infants in cribs that are not sleeping and most likely crying or possibly just standing in the crib doing nothing while the "teachers" ignore them. My child has learned more in 1 week at a different daycare than was learned in 6 months at this Goddard School.
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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 - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Friday06:30 AM - 06:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Inspection Date | Type | Reinspection / Rule | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-11-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2025-10-14 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2025-02-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2025-01-13 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-11-12 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-10-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-09-03 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-07-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2024-06-19 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-06-05 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-05-31 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-04-12 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2024-03-06 | Renewal | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-11-22 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-10-11 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-08-30 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-07-27 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2023-06-07 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-04-17 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-27 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-27 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(r) | Ensure bleach is not sprayed near children and is completely dried prior to children using treated surfaces in room 2. - The center shall take any steps required by the Office of Licensing to correct conditions in the building or center that may endanger the health, safety, and well-being of the children served. |
| 2023-03-27 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 1 and room 4. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children. |
| 2023-03-13 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-13 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-6.1(b)(1) | Ensure that time frames for each activity are both age and developmentally appropriate for the children served in room 2. - The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that time frames for each activity are geared to the age and developmental level of each child served and are flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous occurrences or children's suggestions and inquiries. |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-7.6(a)(2) | Ensure that parents are notified immediately when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. - The center shall take immediate necessary action to protect the child from further harm and shall immediately notify the child's parent(s) when a child sustains a head or facial injury, including when a child bumps his or her head. |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center maintains on file a, updated Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d). |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training annually. - Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a). |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) | Ensure that all Epi-pens have two present when required. - The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1). |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) | Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in the bathroom in room 9. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children. |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) | Ensure that all ceiling tiles are kept clean and in good repair, including in the bathroom in room 5. - 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. |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) | Secure light cover in the bathroom in room 4. - Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. |
| 2023-03-13 | Violation | 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) | Clean vents in the bathroom in room 7. - Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated. |
| 2022-12-16 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-12-16 | Monitoring,Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-10-31 | Monitoring | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-21 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2022-09-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.8(g)(1) | Ensure that all staff complete orientation training within two weeks of hire and annually and that documentation or a copy of all materials used are maintained 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. |
| 2022-09-16 | Violation | 3A:52-4.6(a) | Ensure that the center completes and maintains on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. - The center shall maintain on file a Staff Records Checklist designated by the Office of Licensing, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(b), indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the applicable staff education and experience, as specified in 3A:52-4.6(b) through (d). |
| 2021-11-23 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-09-23 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-09-10 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2021-06-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2021-06-03 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-04-27 | Renewal | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-03-25 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2021-03-09 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-08-07 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-07-10 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-06-04 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-05-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-03-30 | Phone Call | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-03-18 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-02-19 | Yes | Center Inspection | |
| 2020-02-14 | Complaint | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-02-14 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-17 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-17 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
| 2020-01-06 | Re-Inspection | Yes | Center Inspection |
| 2019-12-13 | Complaint | No | Center Inspection |
| 2019-11-22 | Monitoring | No | Center Inspection |
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