The Goddard School · 655 Painters Run Rd, Pittsburgh

Based on a facility self-report, at approximately 10:30am on 6/3/25, child #1 was left inside the preschool classroom sitting on the rainbow carpet while the group transitioned to the outdoor playground. Staff #1, #2 & #3 were supervising 20 Preschool aged children. The children were not assigned to specific staff. Child #1 was alone in the classroom for approximately 38 seconds, based on a video recording of the incident.

Based on a facility self-report, at approximately 10:30am on 6/3/25, child #1 was left inside the preschool classroom sitting on the rainbow carpet while the group transitioned to the outdoor playground. Staff #1, #2 & #3 were supervising 20 Preschool aged children. The children were not assigned to specific staff. Child #1 was alone in the classroom for approximately 38 seconds, based on a video recording of the incident.

Based on a facility self-report, at approximately 10:30am on 6/3/25, child #1 was left inside the preschool classroom sitting on the rainbow carpet while the group transitioned to the outdoor playground. Staff #1, #2 & #3 were supervising 20 Preschool aged children. The children were not assigned to specific staff. Child #1 was alone in the classroom for approximately 38 seconds, based on a video recording of the incident.

The file for child #1 contains a health assessment that was obtained late (beyond 12 months). It was due 3/2024 and obtained 7/2024.

The files for staff #5 and #6 contain first aid training that was renewed late. #5 was due 8/2024 and obtained 10/2024; #6 was due 7/2024 and obtained 8/2024.

The files for staff #1, #3, and #4 contain fire safety that was renewed late (beyond 12 months). It was due 11/2024 and conducted 12/2024.

The file for staff #2 lacks a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children to qualify the staff as an assistant group supervisor. The educational documents on file were in a foreign language (not English) and were not able to be interpreted by the certification representative.

The file for child #2 contains an emergency contact form and agreement that were updated late. (beyond 6 months). They were due 12/2024 and obtained 2/2025.

Staff person #1 and #2 left child #1 in the fenced playground for a period of approximately 1 minute when moving from the playground to the classroom, therefore no staff person was present to maintain ratio requirements.

Staff person #1 and #2 left Child #1 unsupervised for approximately 1 minute when the group was transitioning from the playground to the classroom and Child #1 was left alone in the fenced playground.

Child #1, a preschool child, was alone and unsupervised for a period of approximately 1 minute after being left behind in the fenced playground by Staff person #1 and #2 when the group was returning to their classroom; Neither Staff person #1 nor Staff person #2 were present with Child #1 for that time period.

The file for staff person #3 did not include documentation of application of a Virginia state criminal history clearance, Virginia child abuse clearance, or Virginia sex offender required by 7/1/20, as per Announcement C-19-02; Staff person #3 resided in Virginia within 5 years prior to 7/1/20. The file for staff person #4, who resided in Massachusetts in the 5 years prior to hire, included a criminal history clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/18/23; a child abuse clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/19/23, and a sex offender registry clearance from Massachusetts dated 7/18/23, all of which were applied for after the staff person's first date working in childcare (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for Staff person #6 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid. The file for Staff person #7 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.

There were prickly plants, with thorns in the planter boxes in the outside play space accessible to children.

The closet door in Early Preschool 2, where cleaning supplies are kept, was observed to be slightly ajar and unlatched, making toxic items accessible to children.

There was no lidded trash can in either bathroom in Preschool 2.

The climbing bolsters in Pre-Toddler had frayed edges and corners in several areas.

There were googly eyes and yarn pompoms less than 1 inch in diameter in Early Preschool 2, that the staff stated are used for arts and craft projects.

The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3, who is a Young Toddler, is dated 9/14/23, more than 6 months ago. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #,6 who was a Young Toddler, are dated 11/9/22 and 11/2/23, more than 6 months apart.

The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 12/19/22 and 2/21/24, more than 12 months apart.

The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 5 months old, included 1/2 Hepatitis B vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 2 Rotavirus vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age;1/2 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1/2 Polio vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The most recent immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 22 months, includes 3 of 4 DTAP immunizations, 3 of 4 Pneumococcal immunizations; and 1 of 2 Hepatitis A immunizations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.

The immunization record on file for Child #4 is dated 8/25/23, more than 60 days after the enrollment date of 6/12/23.

The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 3/15/24-4/15/24, more than 30 days apart.

The initial health assessment on file for Child #4, with an enrollment date of 6/12/23, is dated 8/25/23, more than 60 days after enrollment.

The file for Staff person #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 1/17/24, after the expiration date of 11/30/23. The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 3/13/24, after the expiration date of 11/30/23.

Staff person #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 3/13/24.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #6 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include a complete address or telephone number for all listed release persons.

The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form and agreement on file for Child #1, #4, #5, and #6 are dated more than 6 months after the previous 6-month review signature.

The file for staff person #8 does not contain documentation of application of the NSOR certificate prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL; the NSOR certificate is dated 3/24/23.

The file for Staff person #1 does not include a child abuse, Criminal history, or sex offender clearance from Virginia, where she lived in the 5 years prior to 7/1/20, (See LIS Code Sheet) required as per CPSL requirements. The file for Staff person #2 does not include a sex offender clearance from Colorado, where she lived in the 5 years prior to 7/1/20, (See LIS Code Sheet) required as per CPSL requirements. The Criminal History clearance on file for Staff person #3 does not include the necessary RAP sheet. The file for staff person #4 does not contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #6 does not contain documentation of a child abuse clearance from Connecticut, where the staff person resided in the 5 years prior to employment (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.

An infant was observed sleeping in their crib which was positioned with the plexiglass end and slatted sides turned away from the staff persons so that they could not see the child at all times.

The first aid kit in Early Preschool 1 did not include tape.

There were 2 wooden benches in the outdoor playspace that had areas of splintered wood that created a potential splinter injury to a child. There was also a wooden arch/pergola in the outdoor playspace that had rough edges on the 2x4 vertical posts that could cause a child to receive splinters. There was a post on the gate between the preschool and toddler playgrounds that did not have a cap on the top of the post, exposing rough edges on the top of the post.

There was a Lego bin in Jr. K that was cracked on both sides of the handle on the bin. In the Kindergarten room there were 3 Connecting toys that had pieces broken off. There was a Lego bin in Preschool 2 that had cracks on the bin and the lid. There were frayed edges with loose threads on several of the climbing bolsters in the indoor gym.

The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who was a young toddler, are dated1/28/22 and 2/10/23, more than 6 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5, who is a young toddler, is dated 10/12/22, more than 6 months ago.

While observing diaper changes in the Infant room and Pre-Toddler rooms, staff were observed placing a soiled diaper onto the changing table surface, rather than immediately discarding the diaper into a plastic-lined hands-free lidded can.

The file for Staff person #7 does not include documentation of a complete health assessment within 12 months prior to the employment start date (See LIS Code Sheet).

Yogurt and milk were observed in a lunchbox in the Pre-Toddler room that was not refrigerated.

There was a child under 12 months old in the infant room who did not have a written feeding plan on file submitted by the parent.

The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 8/23/22-9/23/22; 12/16/22-1/16/23; and 1/16/23-2/28/23, more than 30 days apart.

The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #6 is dated 1/4/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06.

The file for Staff person #3, #5, who is classified as an aide, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; or a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. The file for Staff person #9, classified as an Assistant Group Supervisors does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credits in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of verified child care experience; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 2 years of verified child care experience.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 and #3 does not include the child's birthdate.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.

One child was observed receiving care in Early Preschool 1 and one child in Pre-Toddler without their emergency contact forms being in the classroom. During DHS childcare hours, two children were observed in Pre-K without their emergency contact forms being in the space where they were receiving care.

The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 is dated 6/5/22, more than 6 months ago.

The file for Staff person #2 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in child care. The file for Staff person #9 includes only 1 written nonfamily reference.

The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff person #1, dated 5/12/21, is dated more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training, dated 5/5/16.

The 2 most recent criminal history clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/2/15 and 8/2/20, more than 60 months apart. The 2 most recent child abuse clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 6/6/15 and 8/5/20, more than 60 months apart.

The file for staff person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of application for a Idaho child abuse clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #4 was observed not to contain documentation of application for a NY child abuse clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.

The first aid kits in the Pre-K and PS 1 rooms did not include tape.

There were foam blocks in the Early Preschool room, with older 2 year old children, which had teeth marks and pieces missing (corners).

There were rest mats being used in Early Preschool 1 and in First Steps which were not labeled for use by specific children.

The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #2, who is 5 years old, is dated 8/26/20; as per the ACIP, which recommends annual flu vaccinations for a child this age. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #5, who is 3 years old, is dated 9/2/20; as per the ACIP, which recommends annual flu vaccinations for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #6, who is 2 years old, does not include verification of an annual influenza vaccination, as recommended annually for a child this age.

The file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 8/25/21, more than 60 days ago, does not include an immunization record.

The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 are dated 5/10/19 and 5/16/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #3 are dated 8/9/19 and 9/16/21, more than 24 months apart.

The file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 8/25/21, more than 90 days ago, does not include an initial health assessment, as per Announcement C-20-04.

The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff person #1, dated 5/12/21 is dated more than 60 months after the previous training, dated 6/4/15.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 and #4 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source of medical care.

The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the complete address for all listed release persons.

There was a child in the Junior K classroom, in the PreK room, and in Preschool 1 without a copy of their emergency contact form being in the room.