The Goddard School of New Market
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 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.5 / 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 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 Cognia Early Learning Accreditation, Maryland Accreditation.
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 156
- 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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (6), Curriculum & Developmental Programming (1), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). Of 8 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 6, 20255 Findings5 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Failed to Ensure the Safety and Security of Each Child When Room 133 Had 6…13A.16.07.06A
At the time of this inspection the facility failed to ensure the safety and security of each child when Room 133 had 6 infants and 1 teacher. The 2nd teacher has went down the hall to use the restroom but was not present in the classroom. The owner stepped in to bring back into compliance until the
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Failed to Ensure Proper Supervision When Room 133 Had 6 Infants and 1…13A.16.08.01A(2)(b)
At the time of this inspection the facility failed to ensure proper supervision when Room 133 had 6 infants and 1 teacher. The 2nd teacher has went down the hall to use the restroom but was not present in the classroom. The owner stepped in to bring back into compliance until the 2nd teacher returne
- At the Time of This Inspection Room 133 Had 6 Infants and 1 Teacher13A.16.08.03A
At the time of this inspection Room 133 had 6 infants and 1 teacher. The 2nd teacher has went down the hall to use the restroom but was not present in the classroom. The owner stepped in to bring back into compliance until the 2nd teacher returned. The LS reminded the facility that ratios must be ma
- At the Time of This Inspection Room 133 Had 6 Infants and 1 Teacher13A.16.08.03C(1)
At the time of this inspection Room 133 had 6 infants and 1 teacher. The 2nd teacher has went down the hall to use the restroom but was not present in the classroom. The owner stepped in to bring back into compliance until the 2nd teacher returned. The LS reminded the facility that ratios must be ma
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Did Not Maintain Proper Nap Time Ration When Room 133 Had 6 Infants (4…13A.16.08.08A(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility did not maintain proper nap time ration when Room 133 had 6 infants (4 sleeping) and 1 teacher. The 2nd teacher has went down the hall to use the restroom but was not present in the classroom. The owner stepped in to bring back into compliance until the 2n
Feb 24, 20253 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the LS Observed One 2 Month Old Asleep in a Swing and a 5 Month Old Asleep in a Bouncer13A.16.09.04G
At the time of this inspection the LS observed one 2 month old asleep in a swing and a 5 month old asleep in a bouncer. The LS reminded the staff present that any child under the age of 12 months who falls asleep in a furnishing other than a crib, must immediately be moved to an approved sleeping ar
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has a Staff Member Present with Children Who Has Not Been Cleared by the OCC13A.16.07.06A
At the time of this inspection the facility has a staff member present with children who has not been cleared by the OCC. The LS was unable to obtain paperwork for this staff member and requested they be sent home immediately and not return until cleared by the OCC.
- At the Time of This Inspection the LS Observed Activity Plans for 19 Children Enrolled in the Infant and Toddler…13A.16.09.02B
At the time of this inspection the LS observed activity plans for 19 children enrolled in the infant and toddler classrooms. The Fawns classroom has 1 that needs to be updated as well as the Hedgehogs classroom has 7 activity plans that are in need of their update. These reports are to be updated i