SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School
SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School is a certified child care center in Philadelphia, PA, with capacity for 159 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 31 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (13 of 31). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the investigation conducted on 6/29/2026, child # 1 who is allergic to oats, was served granola containing oats by staff #1 during afternoon snack time in which the child consumed.
During the renewal inspection on 4/8/2026, it was observed in room 113 that there was Ajax dish detergent on the sink and it was accessible to the children.
During the renewal inspection on 4/8/2026, it was observed in room 205 that there was chipped paint on the outside wall.
During the renewal inspection on 4/8/2026, it was observed in the room 113 bathroom that there were no handwashing signs above the toilets that stated, "A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating."
During the renewal inspection on 4/8/2026, it was observed in room 205 that the top of the cubby on the left wall was soiled and needed to be cleaned.
During the renewal inspection on 4/8/2026, it was observed in room 110 that the rest equipment was not labeled for the specific use of a specific child.
During a complaint investigation on 12/1/2025, it was found that on 11/18/2025, staff person # 1 administered the wrong medication to child # 1. Staff person # 1 administered medication that belonged to another child.
During the complaint investigation on 12/1/2025, it was found that medication was not stored properly at the facility. The medication for child #1 and was left accessible and in reach of children in the administrative office on a desk.
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that staff #1 could not name all 5 children that she was responsible for in the Olde City room. Staff #1 could only identify 3 of the 5 children that she was assigned as primary caregiver for.
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that there was chipped paint in the Francisville room on the left wall, near the door in the Olde City room, and on the hallway wall of the Bella Vista room. There was chipping plaster in the Graduate Hospital room.
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During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that there was no sign posted in the Francisville room above the sink as required stating "A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating,"
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that in the Callowhill room and the Francisville room there was dust and dirt particles under the changing pad in each room, and in the Francisville room the bottom of the refrigerator had a juice stain on it.
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that there were bookshelves that were not attached to either the floor or the wall which is a tipping hazard. There was one bookshelf in the Graduate Hospital room, two bookshelves in the Rittenhouse room, two bookshelves in the Society Hill room, and two bookshelves in the Bella Vista room.
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that the cots were not labeled for each child, and there was not a cot list that was posted to identify which cot should be used by each child. The rooms are Olde City room, Society Hill room, and the Bella Vista room.
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that two cribs in the Infant Room 2 had child #1 and child #2 sleeping in them and the cribs did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides as required. Both cribs only had one side that had the 2 feet of spacing.
During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, the file for child #3 was reviewed and there was no initial Health Assessment present in the file. (see code sheet for admission date)
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, the file of staff person #3 was reviewed and the file did not include a completed DHS FBI Fingerprint Clearance. There were no copies of requests present in the file, and staff person was not within 45 days of hire. (See code sheet for hire date)
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative observed the toxic substance Aquaphor in the bathroom of room #205 and it was accessible to the children.
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative observed paint peeling on the walls of rooms 113, and room 205.
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative observed that the cots in room #204 were not labeled for the specific use by each child in the room.
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #1 and there was not a current Health Assessment dated within the last 24 months. The previous Health Assessment was dated 10/20/21.
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative viewed the staff files for staff person #1 and staff person #4. There was no evidence produced that staff person # 1 and # 4 received fire safety training within a 12-month period. The last fire safety Certificate reviewed was dated 12/13/2022 for staff person # 1 and 12/13/2022 for # 4.
During the renewal inspection on 3/11/2024, the 1-hour Health and Safety Update Training was not produced upon request for staff person #1.
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the staff file for staff person #3, and there were not two nonfamily references present in the file.
During the complaint investigation conducted on 01.18.23, it was founded that Staff Person #1 and #2 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1, during the transition from outdoor play time to the facility classroom.
During the complaint investigation conducted on 01.18.23, it was founded that Staff Person #1 and #2 did not know the whereabouts of Child #1, during the transition from outdoor play time to the facility classroom.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 13TH, 2022, THERE WAS NO PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVER PLACED IN THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET LOCATED ON THE BACK WALL NEAR THE BATHROOM OF THE GET SET CLASSROOM.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON JULY 13TH, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN NONFAMILY REFERENCES, FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO STAFF PERSON #1'S SUITABILTY TO SERVE AS A FACILTY PERSON.
During the initial inspection on December 16th, 2021, certification representative observed protective receptacle covers needed in the electrical outlets accessible to children in Room 110 on bottom left side of classroom wall, Room 205 on bottom left side of wall, and the entire second floor hallway.
During the initial inspection on December 16th, 2021, certification representative observed construction equipment, boards, electrical cords and a broom on the ground surrounding the outdoor play space area.
During the initial inspection on December 16th, 2021, the emergency plan did not include provision of accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $118.40 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $111.60 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $106.20 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $87.60 | $65.80 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Apr 24, 2025 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection that was completed on 4/24/2025, it was observed that staff #1 could not name all 5 children that she was responsible for in the Olde City room. Staff #1 could only identify 3 of the 5…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Aug 8, 2022. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School compare with other daycares in Philadelphia?
It is tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School last inspected?
Apr 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $118.40 for infant, $111.60 for young toddler, $106.20 for older toddler, $87.60 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is SPG School LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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