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SPG School LLC DBA the Goddard School

2100 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 · Philadelphia County
2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 1

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #848 of 1,163 centers in Philadelphia
4 Core-safety citations
27 Other citations
6 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
31 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 8, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 29, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 1, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 14, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 13, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Jan 18, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 13, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 16, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 13
Health & medication 9
Supervision 3
Training & qualifications 2
Records & paperwork 2
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Self-reported violation Health & medication
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 29, 2026): “Will notify the parent immediately and complete an incident report, and child will be monitored for a potential reaction.”
Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Will put the toxic substance up in the cabinet so that it is not accessible to the children.”
Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 4/8/2026, it was observed in room 205 that there was chipped paint on the outside wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Will have maintenance repaint where necessary.”
Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
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."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Will put the signs in the bathroom.”
Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Will have staff wipe off the top of the cubby.”
Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Will have staff label all of the resting mats with each child name on it.”
Citation Dec 1, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2025): “Will have the Director monitor the child for any reaction for the rest of the day and will have the Director complete an incident report and will notify the child's parent that the incident occurred.”
Citation Dec 1, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2025): “Will create a separate pouch in the closet for medications that have not been processed yet in the computer system so that the medications can be locked up and processed at a later time.”
Core safety Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Will create laminated cards for staff to carry daily with the names of the children they are responsible for.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Will have the maintenance person repaint and repair the plaster over the weekend.”
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Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
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,"
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2025): “Will put the posting above the sink.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2025): “Will wipe down the surfaces and will add to the staff daily checklists of items to complete.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Will use velcro tape to tape the bookshelves to the floor and provide staff with rolls of tape so that when they change the room around they can refasten the bookshelves.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Will have all staff make and post a cot list for each room and will have staff number each cot and designate the use of the cots to one for each individual child.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2025): “Will change the arrangement of the cribs to accommodate the regulation and informed the staff of both infant rooms how to maintain the cribs.”
Citation Apr 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
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)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Will contact the parent immediately and have them submit a Health Assessment from their doctor for child #3 and will keep in the child's file.”
Core safety Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2024): “The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility person #3 must not work in a childcare position until CPSL clearances are obtained.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Moved the container of Aquaphor to a higher shelf that the children do not have access to.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 3/14/2024, Certification Representative observed paint peeling on the walls of rooms 113, and room 205.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2024): “Director scheduled maintenance to repaint the walls on 3/23/2024 during the renewal inspection.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2024): “Will post a number list and will number each cot for individual usage by the children.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2024): “Will have staff get a new Health Assessment completed by a medical professional.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2024): “Will complete the training today to become compliant with the regulations.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2024): “Will have staff complete the training as required.”
Citation Mar 14, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2024): “Will have staff person #3 obtain two reference letters to maintain in the file.”
Core safety Jan 18, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “Will do mandatory monthly supervision trainings for all staff and will create and implement a 6 - 10 step supervision training plan as part of program policies and procedures.”
Core safety Jan 18, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “Will incorporate mandatory children name to face tags for teachers to carry on their person at all times. Will also include mandatory monthly supervision trainings for all staff. Will also create and incorporate a six - 10 step supervision/drill training plan as part of program policies and…”
Citation Jul 13, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2022): “Will place protective electrical cover in the outlet of Get Set classroom immediately on 07.13.22.”
Citation Jul 13, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “Will have staff person #1 provide and submit reference letter needed by 07.18.22”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2021): “Will place protective covers in all required areas immediately. Corrected on site 12.16.21”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2021): “Will inform the building landlord to finish construction after the holiday break and clean up outdoor play space immediately. Corrected on site 12.16.2021”
Citation Dec 16, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2021): “Will update emergency plan immediately to include accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with special needs and chronic medical conditions. Corrected on site 12.16,2021”

“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

Violation found Jun 29, 2026 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Dec 1, 2025 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jan 18, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

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

Capacity 159 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 8, 2022 · what STARS means
Operator SPG School LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (267) 857-7111
State certificate # CER-00256273
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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.

Certified centers nearby

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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