The Goddard School

Licensed Child Care Center
· Bainbridge, Ohio

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About The Goddard School

The Goddard School is a licensed child care center located in Bainbridge, Geauga County, Ohio, run by Joyce Parker.
This program has not yet received a Step Up to Quality rating but meets all state licensing requirements and accepts Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) assistance for eligible families.
Licensed since June 2017, The Goddard School has served the community for over 8 years, with 5 other licensed providers within 10 miles, including 5 with a similar program profile.

Location

16706 Chillicothe Road

Bainbridge, OH 44023

Geauga County

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Contact

Administrator

Joyce Parker

chagrinfallsoh@goddardschools.com

Phone

440-543-2889

Program Details

Program Type: Licensed Child Care Center
Program Number: 2170012477
Initial License Date: 2017-06-01
License Expiration: —

Common Questions About The Goddard School

Helpful answers for families researching this provider.

What does The Goddard School's SUTQ rating of "Not Rated" mean?

Not Rated does not mean low quality. Many excellent licensed providers — including newer programs or those who have not yet enrolled — do not participate in SUTQ. All licensed Ohio providers must meet baseline health and safety requirements regardless of rating. Verify this provider's license at childcaresearch.ohio.gov. Learn more about SUTQ on our FAQ page.

Is The Goddard School currently licensed in Ohio?

The Goddard School is a licensed Ohio child care provider, licensed since 2017-06-01. Ohio licensing is administered by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. You can confirm current license status and view compliance history at childcaresearch.ohio.gov.

Does The Goddard School accept PFCC child care assistance?

Yes — The Goddard School is listed as accepting Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC), Ohio's subsidy program that helps income-eligible families cover child care costs. Eligibility and co-pays are based on income and family size. To apply, contact your county Job and Family Services office or visit childrenandyouth.ohio.gov.

What should I ask when I call The Goddard School?

Before enrolling, cover these during your call or tour:

Do you have current openings for my child's age group?
What are your hours and which holidays are you closed?
What is the caregiver-to-child ratio for my child's age?
What experience and certifications do your caregivers hold?
How do you handle illness, medication, and emergencies?
What does a typical day look like for my child's age?
What are all fees — registration, supply, and late pickup?
Do you accept PFCC, Child Care Choice, or other subsidies?

See the full age-specific checklist at our FAQ page, adapted from the Child Care Aware of America Short Notice Checklist.

How up-to-date is the information shown for The Goddard School?

This profile is sourced from the Ohio CCIDS public licensing database, updated periodically by the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. PFCC status, SUTQ ratings, administrator names, and contact details may change between updates. Always confirm details directly with the provider and verify the current license status at childcaresearch.ohio.gov.

More questions? Visit our full FAQ page.