The Goddard School Of Edgewater
E CENTRAL AVE, EDGEWATER, MD 21037Childery Rating: 3/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.2 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 1 (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 1 (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 Cognia Early Learning Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 183
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Children's Records & Files (5), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (4), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3). None of the 14 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 12, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Injury Took Place with a Child and It Was Not Reported to OCC13A.16.03.06C(3)
- Center Notified the Child's Parents but Did Not Get the Parent to Sign the Report and Acknowledging the Incident.13A.16.03.06D(2)
Jan 23, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Several Classrooms Have Outdated Staffing Patterns13A.16.03.05B
- Classroom Was Over Capacity with 3 Children Over in the Classroom Where Capacity Was 20. It Was Corrected During Time of Inspection.13A.16.04.01B
- Room 108 Had Pull Up on Back of Sink and Paint Brushes in the Sink13A.16.05.08B
Dec 17, 20249 Findings9 Important
- Specialist Observed at Least One Child's Emergency Information That Was Incomplete and at Least One Child's Emergency…13A.16.03.04C
Specialist observed at least one child's emergency information that was incomplete and at least one child's emergency information that was not updated at least annually. Director shall ensure that all emergency forms are reviewed for completeness and annual update, obtain missing information, and su
- Specialist Observed at Least One Child's File That Did Not Include a Health Assessment by the Child's Parent (Health…13A.16.03.04D(1-2)
Specialist observed at least one child's file that did not include a health assessment by the child's parent (Health Inventory Part 1) as required. Director shall ensure that all children's files are complete, obtain missing documents, and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed at Least One Child's File That Did Not Include a Health Assessment by the Physician (Health…13A.16.03.04D(3)
Specialist observed at least one child's file that did not include a health assessment by the physician (Health Inventory Part 2) as required. Director shall ensure that all children's files are complete, obtain missing documents, and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed at Least One Child's File That Did Not Include a Lead Test When the Child Is 12 Months Old and Or…13A.16.03.04E
Specialist observed at least one child's file that did not include a lead test when the child is 12 months old and or again when the child is 24 months old as required. Director shall ensure that all children's files are complete, obtain missing documents, and submit a letter of corrections upon com
- Specialist Observed at Least One Child's File That Did Not Include Immunizations Appropriate to the Child's Age13A.16.03.04G
Specialist observed at least one child's file that did not include immunizations appropriate to the child's age. Director shall ensure that all children's files are complete, obtain missing documents, and submit a letter of corrections upon completion.
- Specialist Observed That 3 Staff Members Were Missing Proof of Age; 1 Staff Member Was Missing Criminal Background…13A.16.03.05C
Specialist observed that 3 staff members were missing proof of age; 1 staff member was missing criminal background check results; 9 staff member's criminal background check results were not destroyed as required; and 5 staff members were missing staff orientations. Director shall ensure that all sta
- Specialist Received No Written Notification Regarding the Ending of Employment for 12 Employees as Required13A.16.03.06A(2)
Specialist received no written notification regarding the ending of employment for 12 employees as required. Director shall submit a Personnel List page 2 to delete the staff members.
- Specialist Observed That 8 Staff Medical Reports Did Not Approve the Individual for the Staff Member's Position13A.16.06.04A(2)
Specialist observed that 8 staff medical reports did not approve the individual for the staff member's position. Director shall ensure that the medical evaluations are corrected or completed anew and submit copies.
- Specialist Observed That 3 Aides Did Not Complete the Initial Basic Health and Safety Training Within 90 Days Of…13A.16.06.12A(3)
Specialist observed that 3 Aides did not complete the initial Basic Health and Safety training within 90 days of employment as required. Director shall ensure that each Aide completes the training and submit certificates.
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