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The Goddard School

Silver Spring, MD · Montgomery County
8611 Second Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Quick Facts

Capacity
222 children
Age Range
6 weeks through 17 months, 18 months through 23 months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, 5 years
Type of Care
infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, before- & after-school; summer camp
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
5

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Contact Information

📞 (301) 830-4505
8611 Second Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Licensed Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
251165
Issued By
Maryland State Department of Education
District Office
Region 5 - Montgomery County

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About the Provider

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The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
Additional Information: MSDE-Approved Education Program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
  • Thursday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
  • Friday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM September - August
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2026-08-03 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2025-10-02 Full
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2024-09-13 Mandatory Review
Findings: No Noncompliances Found
2023-09-28 Full 13A.16.10.02E Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist was not able to observe liquid fragrance free soap in the first aid supply kit.
2023-09-28 Full 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed emergency forms that were missing Enrollment dates
2023-09-28 Full 13A.16.03.04E Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist observed children files that were missing lead screening
2023-09-28 Full 13A.16.06.09C Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist was not able to observe 12 hours of continued training for child care teachers.
2023-09-28 Full 13A.16.06.12B(1) Corrected
Findings: Licensing specialist was not able review 6 hours of continued training for aides per full year of employment
2022-02-07 Complaint 13A.16.07.03A(1) Corrected
Findings: This regulation was discussed. On February 4, 2022 it was reported that a Teacher poked a child in the neck. The center determined that the teacher did not follow the center's discipline policy and was terminated.
2022-02-07 Complaint 13A.16.08.01A(2)(b) Corrected
Findings: On February 4, 2022 it was reported that a teacher poked a child in the neck because he refused to participate in a movement activity. The teacher failed to provide adequate supervision to the child in care.
2022-02-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.05B Corrected
Findings: Specialist did not observe a current and complete staffing pattern posted in the facility.
2022-02-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.03.06A(1) Corrected
Findings: Facility did not notify OCC of one new staff within 5 working days.
2022-02-07 Mandatory Review 13A.16.10.04A Corrected
Findings: Specialist observed a bleach solution on the counter in Room 13. Corrected at the time of the inspection. The solution was removed.
2021-07-16 Full 13A.16.03.04C Corrected
Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of the operator maintaining emergency information for approximately 14 children in care that includes (3) the name and telephone number of the individual who is authorized to pick up the child each day; (5) the name, address, telephone number of the child's physician or other health care provider; (6) if the child has a special health condition, includes emergency medical instruction for that condition; (7) Is signed and dated by the child's parent; (8) Is updated as needed, but at least annually. Facility shall review all emergency forms for completeness and annual update and submit a letter of correction.
2021-07-16 Full 13A.16.03.04D(1-2) Corrected
Findings: Specialist did not observe any evidence of the operator obtaining a complete health assessment for at least two children in care that meets the requirements of regulations above. Facility shall retrieve both health assessments and review all health assessments for completeness and submit a letter of correction.

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