The Goddard School · Schwenksville
The Goddard School is a certified child care center in Schwenksville, PA, with capacity for 115 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 17 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (7 of 17). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #170 of 403 centers in Montgomery County and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 did not contain verification of education.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 was dated 6/22/25, reflecting the child's parent had not reviewed or updated the emergency contact information in more than 6 months.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 did not contain the two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of inspection, the fille for staff member #1 hired more than 90 days did not contain verification of completions of the required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation training given by a PQAS trainer. The facility's staff data reflected staff member #1's training was completed on 5/10/25 but the training certificate was not observed in the file.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not contain the outside of state clearances from Illinois.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for child #2 and child #3 was missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parents to whom the child may be released
At the time of inspection, the file for child #1, D.O.B. 10/12/19; contained a health report dated 10/6/2022.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1, hired as an Aide: did not include verification of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
At the time of inspection, the health insurance policy number had not been included on the emergency contact form for child #4.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for child #5 was missing the addresses of the release persons.
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact and financial agreement form for child #1, #2, #3, and#4's were not dated in the last 6 months.
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not contain two written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/22 the file for staff person #2 did not contain an FBI or NSOR clearance, the file for staff person #5 did not contain an FBI clearance, the file for staff person #6 did not contain an NSOR clearance.
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/2022 a play table was observed on the playground with standing water and leaves and debris.
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/2022 child #1 was observed sleeping with a blanket only at nap time.
During the renewal inspection on 12/13/22 the file for staff persons #1 #2 #3 and #4 did not contain verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/21 the operator did not have proof of purchase for the fire detection system as required.
“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) | $78.61 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $78.61 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $75.10 | $57.78 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $71.13 | $55.57 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.17 | $49.70 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $70.60 | $28.87 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $70.60 | $28.87 |
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 2 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 Jan 16, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not contain the outside of state clearances from Illinois.” 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 Jul 28, 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 Montgomery County?
It is tied for #170 of 403 centers in Montgomery County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Goddard School last inspected?
Jan 22, 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 $78.61 for newborn, $78.61 for infant, $75.10 for young toddler, $71.13 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 Up All Night Design 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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