The Goddard School · Gilbertsville

2912 N Charlotte St, Gilbertsville, PA 19525 · Montgomery County

2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

Part of The Goddard School · 59 Pennsylvania locations

The Goddard School is a certified child care center in Gilbertsville, PA, with capacity for 139 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 29 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 29). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 8 centers in Gilbertsville and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 68% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

#8 of 8 centers in Gilbertsville

8 Core-safety citations

21 Other citations

5 Inspections

2 Complaint investigations that found violations

29 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 24, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 10

Health & medication 5

Background checks 4

Building & playground safety 3

Training & qualifications 2

Supervision 2

Caregiver conduct 1

Child protection 1

Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

Staff files were reviewed. Staff 6 and 12 had state police in their file but it was missing the date disseminated. Staff 9 was missing receipt for their FBI and NSOR clearance. Staff 16 was missing NSOR clearance. Staff 11 was missing mandated reporter training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “All staff files are currently being revised to consolidate all required licensing documentation into one designated file. This will streamline the process and improve efficiency when documentation is requested.”

Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

There was a small rip on the soft sofa in the Jungle Cubs room

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “Adhesive tape was applied to the small rip immediately upon discovery. All cushions throughout the school were inspected the same day. Additionally, the torn cushion was removed from all child accessible areas and set aside for replacement.”

Citation Jul 24, 2026 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)

Staff files were reviewed. Staff 5 had physical on file dated 10-2-23. Date of hire for staff 5 was 1-2-26. Staff 9 needs physical and TB.

Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Bachelor's/HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(1)/3270.36(b)(5)

Staff 1, 3,4, 11,12,13, 15 and 16 were missing education from their file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “All staff files are currently being revised to consolidate all required licensing documentation into one designated file, this will streamline the process and improve effiency when documentation is requested. Additionally, a transcript not --on site was requested from the education institution on…”

Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

Staff files were reviewed. Experience for staff 2,4,5,6, 14,15 needs to be verified. Staff 3,7,11,12,13 and 16 were missing experience from their file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “The experience verification process was evaluated and revised to improve consistency and efficiency. The updated experience verification procedures have been implemented for all staff members. New verification forms were completed and submitted accordingly.”

Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

Staff files were reviewed. Staff 8 was missing 1 reference letter and staff 16 was missing 2 reference letters.

Core safety Jun 10, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

A staff member left 9 students on the playground alone with no other staff member or adult.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2026): “Children will be supervised by staff at all times. The staff member responsible was terminated for not being physically present with the assigned group of Prek children. The facility director conducted a staff meeting to reiterate the meaning of the word "supervise" as it relates to child care…”

Core safety Oct 8, 2025 Self-reported violation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

Staff member #1 placed out their arm to move a toddler child away from themselves and caused the child to fall on the floor.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “Staff member #1 suspended from work and then eventually released from employment at the facility. The director, along with the owner's representative, met with all facility staff members to reiterate the facility's policy of zero tolerance related to the use of physical discipline. Staff members…”

Citation Jul 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

At the time of inspection, the preschool classroom was observed with a water-stained ceiling tile, dust on the window ledge, dust on the computer desk in front of the window and dust on the light cover in the ceilling.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The staff members in the preschool room will remove the dust from the surfaces they could reach. The director will ensure that the cleaning crew addresses dust removal once the children have been dismissed. The director will ensure the water-stained ceiling tile is replaced or repaired to good…”

Citation Jul 17, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

The staff data sheet submitted at renewal, did not identify any health assessments dates for staff member #1 who has been at the facility for several years. There was no indication of a health assessment completed for staff member #1 within the last 24 months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2025): “The dates of the health assessments for staff member #1 must be written on the staff data sheet. If staff member #1 does not have a health assessment dated within the last 24 months, then the individual must immediately have a health assessment conducted and signed by a medical professional. The…”

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Citation Jul 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

At the time of inspection, the facility did not have Child Service Reports for Child #1, #2, #3 and #4.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The staff will complete Child Service Reports for the children listed. The staff will ensure the completed Child Service Report indicating the child's progress and development is shared with the parent of the child. Parents must sign and date the Child Service Reports to verify they have been…”

Citation Jul 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

At the time of inspection, the health insurance policy name and number had not been included on the emergency contact form for child #3.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2025): “The director will contact the parents of the child listed to obtain the missing health insurance information. Health insurance policy name and number will be added to the file for child #3.”

Citation Jul 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for child #4 was missing the address of an individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2025): “The director will contact the parents of the child listed to have them fill in the address for the release person to whom the child may be released.”

Citation Jul 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #4 was not signed and dated by the child's parent in the last six months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The director will contact the parents of the child listed to have the child's parents review and/or update their emergency contact information with a date and signature. The updated emergency contact form with parent's signature and recent date will be maintained in the child's file at the facility.”

Core safety Aug 28, 2024 Complaint investigation Child protection

Required to report 55 Pa. Code §3270.19(a)

During the complaint inspection, the facility provided documentation of an internal investigation involving the 2022 complaint however indicated it wasn't reported to ChildLine or the OCDEL Regional Office.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2024): “The facility administration and the director will ensure any allegations of abuse or neglect of an enrolled child at the facility is reported to ChildLine or the OCDEL Regional Office.”

Core safety Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.31(f)(10)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #4 did not include verification of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff member #4, untrained in pediatric firs aid/ pediatric CPR; was observed working unsupervised by a trained, qualified child care staff member who is at minimum an assistant group supervisor.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2024): “Staff member #4 will immediately submitted a valid pediatric first aid/ CPR certificate verifying completion of the training or be supervised at all times by a trained, qualified child care staff person (at a minimum assistant group supervisor or primary staff person) until the untrained staffer…”

Core safety Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained a volunteer PA Child Abuse clearance which isn't acceptable for staff, under the CPSL. The file for staff member #2, hired over the 45-day provisional hire period; did not include a completed FBI clearance, as required by CPSL.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2024): “Staff member #1 and #2 will not work in a child care position until they've submitted the appropriate clearances to be in compliance with the CPSL. Staff member #1 must submit a PA Child Abuse clearance completed for the purpose of employment before returning to her position. Staff member #2 must…”

Citation Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

At the time of inspection, dust and debris was observed on the air vents in classroom #103 and classroom #107. Also, a water-stained ceiling tile was observed in classroom #110.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2024): “The director will ensure that the air vents are cleaned to remove the dust and debris. Also, the water-stained ceiling tile will be replaced or repaired to good condition.”

Citation Aug 1, 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)

At the time of inspection, the file staff member #3 included TB results dated 10/04/22 which were more than 12 months prior to the staffer's hire date.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2024): “Staff member #3 will submit an updated TB result. The director will ensure staff member #3's facility file include TB results dated less than 12 months prior to the staffer's hire date.”

Citation Aug 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #5 only included one reference letter from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 16, 2024): “Staff member #3 will submit one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The director will ensure that the reference letter for staff member #3 is placed in her facility file and that staff member #3's file includes two…”

Core safety May 17, 2023 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection on 5/18/2023 the file for staff person #6 did not include an NSOR clearance. Staff person #5 has lived outside of PA in the past five years and did not have the out of state clearances on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Staff persons #5 and #6 will not work in a childcare position until all CPSL clearance information has been provided and placed on file. Staff member #6 will obtain NSOR clearance and staff member #5 will complete clearances for out of state as required.”

Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)

During the renewal inspection on 5/17/2023 staff person #1 did not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 did not have the one-hour health and safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Staff person #1 will obtain pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation from an approved curriculum and PQUAS trainer. Staff person #1 will be supervised by an AGS or GS who has completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation as required.”

Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)

During the renewal inspection on 5/18/2023 the file for staff person #2 has a college degree obtained outside of the untiled states and does not have an evaluation for US equivalency.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 22, 2023): “Staff member #2 will obtain HS diploma or obtain a US equivalency evaluation for the college education on file.”

Citation May 17, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection on 5/18/2023 the file for staff person #3 did noy have dates for TB testing or results.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2023): “Staff member #3 is no longer employed at the facility. Last day was 6/9/2023”

Core safety Jul 14, 2022 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, NOT ALL STAFF HAD COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION ON FILE AS REQUIRED BY THE CPSL. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT CONTAIN A COMPLETE PA CRIMINAL CLEARANCE, COMPLETE CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, OR COMPLETE FBI CLEARANCE AND THERE WERE NO APPLICATIONS/RECEIPTS FOR THESE CLEARANCES. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #4 CONTAINED A VOLUNTEER CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE DATED 10/21/20, NOT A COMPLETE CLEARANCE FOR EMPLOYMENT. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #5 DID NOT CONTAIN A COMPLETE FBI CLEARANCE-ONLY A RECEIPT DATED 4/7/22. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #6 DID NOT INCLUDE A RECEIPT FOR THE FBI CLEARANCE OR A COMPLETE CLEARANCE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #2, #4, #5, AND #6 WILL NOT WORK IN A POSTION AT THE FACILITY UNTIL THE REQUIRED RECEIPTS/ APPLICATIONS AND/OR COMPLETE CLEARANCES ARE ON FILE. THESE STAFF WILL OBTAIN THE NECESSARY RECEIPTS/APPLICATIONS, AND/OR COMPLETE CLEARANCES BEFORE RETURNING TO WORK.”

Citation Jul 14, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, AN INFANT WAS OBSERVED IN A CRIB AND THERE WAS NOT 2FT OF SPACE ON THREE SIDES OF THE CRIB.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2022): “THE SURROUNDING CRIBS WERE MOVED AWAY SO THERE WAS 2 FT OF SPACE ON THREE SIDES OF THE CRIB.”

Citation Jul 14, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 CONTAINED AN EXPIRED HEALTH ASSESSMENT DATED 6/10/19. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 CONTAINED A HEALTH FORM THAT DID NOT INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS THAT NEED TO BE ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN UNDER 3270.151(c)(1), 3270.151 (c)(3) AND 3270-151 (c)(4).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #3 AND #1 WILL MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AND OBTAIN A NEW HEALTH ASSESSMENT. ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS WILL BE ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN.”

Citation Jul 14, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding

Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, CHILDREN'S LUNCHES BROUGHT FROM HOME CONTAINING ITEMS SUCH AS CHICKEN NUGGETS, CHEESE, MILK, AND YOGURT, WERE OBSERVED IN THE CHILDREN'S CUBBIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND WERE NOT REFRIGERATED.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2022): “TEACHERS WILL BEGIN CHECKING THE CHILDREN'S LUNCHES UPON ARRIVAL. ANY ITEMS THAT REQUIRE REFRIGERATION WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE LUNCH BOX AND STORED IN THE REFRIGERATOR UNTIL LUNCH TIME. ITEMS WILL BE LABELED WITH THE CHILD'S NAME.”

Citation Jul 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN REFERENCES, AND THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #6 ONLY INCLUDED ONE WRITTEN REFERENCE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #2 AND #6 WILL BE NOTIFIED AND OBTAIN THE REQUIRED WRITTEN REFERENCES FOR THE STAFF FILE.”

“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 10, 2026 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Oct 8, 2025 Self-reported violation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Aug 28, 2024 Complaint investigation

1 violation 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
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$73.80	$63.60
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$71.40	$62.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$67.40	$58.40
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$67.40	$58.40

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 139 children

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through Aug 14, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Oct 10, 2025 · what STARS means

Operator Family First Childcare INC

Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (610) 367-1996

State certificate # CER-00260754

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Common questions

Has The Goddard School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 Jul 24, 2026 (background checks): “Staff files were reviewed. Staff 6 and 12 had state police in their file but it was missing the date disseminated. Staff 9 was missing receipt for their FBI and NSOR clearance. Staff 16 was missing NSOR clearance. Staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about 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 The Goddard School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Oct 10, 2025. 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 The Goddard School compare with other daycares in Gilbertsville?

It is #8 of 8 centers in Gilbertsville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Goddard School last inspected?

Jul 24, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The Goddard School cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $73.80 for young toddler, $71.40 for older toddler, $67.40 for preschool, $67.40 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Goddard School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Family First Childcare INC.

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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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