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The Goddard School of Annapolis

HARRY S TRUMAN PARKWAY SUITES A-E, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401Childery Rating: 5/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    5 / 5
  • Process Quality
    5 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    5 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.

Quality Recognitions & Accreditations

State Quality Rating
Maryland EXCELS Level 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
Accreditations
  • National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
  • National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
  • National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
  • National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Recognized by Maryland Accreditation.

Facility Info

Facility type
Child Care Center
Age groups served
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Licensed capacity
164
Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:36
Toddlers1:39
Preschool1:1020

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
High School Diploma

Inspection History

3 Inspection Visits Since 2024 · 13 Findings
Most recent: Dec 9, 2025⤓ Download Inspection History Report (PDF)
13 Important

Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (7), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 13 findings were critical.

See All 3 Inspection Visits
  1. Dec 9, 20254 Findings4 Important
    • Staffing Patterns Were Not Posted During Time of Inspection13A.16.03.05B
    • Rm#111, 122 Paper Towels Missing in the Bathrooms.13A.16.05.08I
    • 2nd Playground Has Shed Door That Is Hanging Off13A.16.05.12D
    • Multiple Toys Were in the Bathroom of the Alternative Room.13A.16.09.03B(2)
  2. Nov 21, 20247 Findings7 Important
    • Specialist Observed That Staffing Patterns Were Not Posted in a Conspicuous Location13A.16.03.05B

      Specialist observed that staffing patterns were not posted in a conspicuous location, and were not available for review by parents. Facility shall ensure that staffing patterns are posted in a conspicuous location or locations and submit photographic evidence.

    • Specialist Observed No Evidence That the Director Completed at Least 12 Hours of Continued Training for the Last Full…13A.16.06.05C(1)

      Specialist observed no evidence that the director completed at least 12 hours of continued training for the last full year of employment. Director shall complete a total of at least 12 hours of continued training for the last full year of employment and submit the training certificates and OCC 100 p

    • Specialist Observed No Evidence of Completion of the Initial Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days of The…13A.16.06.09A(5)

      Specialist observed no evidence of completion of the initial Basic Health and Safety training within 90 days of the hire date for 5 Teachers. Director shall ensure that the Teachers complete the training and submit the training certificates.

    • Specialist Observed No Evidence That 4 Teachers Completed at Least 12 Hours of Continued Training for the Last Full…13A.16.06.09C

      Specialist observed no evidence that 4 Teachers completed at least 12 hours of continued training for the last full year of employment. Director shall ensure that the Teachers each complete at least 12 hours of continued training for the last full year of employment and submit the training certifica

    • Specialist Observed No Evidence of Completion of the Initial Basic Health and Safety Training for 12 Aides Within 90…13A.16.06.12A(3)

      Specialist observed no evidence of completion of the initial Basic Health and Safety training for 12 Aides within 90 days of the hire date as required. Director shall ensure the completion of the training and submit training certificates.

    • Specialist Observed No Evidence That 3 Aides Completed at Least 6 Hours of Continued Training for the Last Full Year Of…13A.16.06.12B(1)

      Specialist observed no evidence that 3 Aides completed at least 6 hours of continued training for the last full year of employment. Director shall ensure that the Aides each complete at least 6 hours of continued training for the last full year of employment and submit the training certificates and

    • Specialist Observed That at Least 14 Aides Did Not Complete the 2023 Basic Health and Safety Annual Update Within The…13A.16.06.12B(3)

      Specialist observed that at least 14 Aides did not complete the 2023 Basic Health and Safety annual update within the required time frame. Director shall submit a letter of correction indicating understanding that all staff must take the current annual update within the required time frame.

  3. Apr 11, 20242 Findings2 Important
    • Specialist Observed No Notification to Add 3 New Staff Members Within 5 Business Days as Required13A.16.03.06A(1)

      Specialist observed no notification to add 3 new staff members within 5 business days as required. Facility submitted a Personnel List. Facility shall submit all other documentation for the 3 new staff members.

    • Specialist Observed Stains on Ceilings in Rooms 111, 108, and 10313A.16.05.01A(1)

      Specialist observed stains on ceilings in Rooms 111, 108, and 103. Director stated that the issue is known and that the ceiling tiles are scheduled to be replaced. Director states that the center has about 6 ceiling tiles on hand and the leasing company is ordering more. Facility shall submit photog

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