The Goddard School · King of Prussia
The Goddard School is a certified child care center in King of Prussia, PA, with capacity for 108 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 21 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 21). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 16 centers in King of Prussia and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/14/2025, there was peeling paint on the wall in the back of the Two's Classroom near the window.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/14/2025, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed Health Assessment. The answers to questions 1,2 and 3 on the health assessment were left blank.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/14/2025, Staff Person #2, hired 06/23/2025, was observed working alone. Staff Person #1's file did not contain verification of the completion of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training or verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Trainings.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 08/14/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain two written references attesting to the individual's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of the unannounced monitoring inspection on 09/16/2024, the outdoor play space designated for Toddlers was observed to have tiny rocks with a diameter measuring less than 1 inch throughout the play space. Child #1 was observed with a rock in their mouth, and Child #2 was walking around with a rock in their hand.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #5 did not contain a completed Pa State Police Criminal Background Clearance.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the Facility's Emergency Plan did not contain a policy regarding the facility's plan for Continuity of Operations.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of emergency plan training.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the First Aid Kit in the Two's Classroom was missing an assortment of Bandages, and the Infant Room was missing an assortment of Bandages and Gauze
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the vent grills on the ceiling in the Preschool Classroom appeared with visible dust accumulation.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan did not contain accommodations for children with disabilities and children with medical conditions.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the individual record for Child #1 did not contain a Health Assessment.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the facility provided the department with its policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma; the Facility's policy did not specify for Child Maltreatment.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #4 did not contain verification of the completion of annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #1, #2, #3 and #6 did not contain a written staff evaluation.
During a renewal inspection on 10/31/023, the file for facility person #2 did not contain verification of child care experience, education and training;
During a renewal inspection on 10/31/2023, the files for staff persons # 1 and 2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
On 10/15/21 during Renewal Inspection Certification Representative noticed that an outlet cover was missing in the back pre-school classroom.
On October 15, 2021 during renewal inspection certification representative noticed that staff records for staff # 2 and # 3 were missing CPR and first aid certificates.
On October 15, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification representative noticed that child # 2 emergency contact form was not updated and in the classroom.
On October 15, 2021 during renewal inspection certification representative noticed that staff # 1 record only contained one reference letter.
“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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $101.00 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $101.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $97.20 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $93.40 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $84.80 | $84.30 |
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 The Goddard School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Aug 22, 2024 (background checks): “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/22/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #5 did not contain a completed Pa State Police Criminal Background Clearance.” 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 no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Goddard School since 2021. 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 May 5, 2026. 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 King of Prussia?
It is #5 of 16 centers in King of Prussia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Goddard School last inspected?
Aug 28, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does The Goddard School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $101.00 for newborn, $101.00 for infant, $97.20 for young toddler, $93.40 for older toddler 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 McGarrity 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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