The Goddard School of

Greenwood

317-884-1850
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
5044 Bancroft Lane, Greenwood, Indiana 46142

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Outdoor Classroom
On-Site Cook
American Sign Language
Basketball Court
Wonder of Learning®
Playground(s)
STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Greenwood, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. That's why we offer an expert curriculum, experienced teachers and a nurturing environment to provide the best foundation for their growth.

The Goddard Difference

Goddard is more than just a preschool. With a proven track record of academic and social excellence, we've earned the trust of countless happy families who have seen their children exceed expectations and step into the world with confidence and compassion.

Curriculum

Our education program, Wonder of Learning^®, is the most innovative and well-researched on the market. It was created by early childhood development experts to empower children to explore their natural curiosity.

Expert, Caring Teachers

Our extraordinary educators shape your child’s experience, creating a fun and engaging learning environment with personalized lesson plans focused on whole-child development.

Leading with Curiosity

The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.

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Meet Steve President

Steve Patel is the Owner and Business Manager of the Goddard School in Greenwood, Indiana. He is the proud father of two children, a son and daughter, both of which attended The Goddard School in Greenwood. He moved to Indiana in March of 2001 from California, where he owned and operated a business for five years. He moved to benefit his children by opening The Goddard School. He feels Goddard is the best choice to provide a safe, stimulating, and happy environment in which all children can reach their full potential. He loves what he does and looks forward to coming to The Goddard School everyday.

Meet The Team

Discover Our Classrooms

From infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, our classrooms are designed specifically with your little one’s needs in mind.

Infant

6 w - 12 m

In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need with opportunities to begin exploring the world around them.

Toddlers

12 - 24 m

As your little one rapidly develops physically and cognitively, our Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered and their budding skills are nurtured.

Twos

2 - 3 yrs

In the Twos classroom, experienced, caring teachers guide your child through playful exploration, helping navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity.

Bridge

2.5 - 3.5 yrs

As your child continues to gain independence, build self-care skills and learn more about themselves, the Bridge classroom provides the support they need to thrive in a preschool setting.

Preschool

3 - 4 yrs

In our Preschool classroom, your child starts their journey into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting.

Pre-K

4 - 5 yrs

As your child prepares for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities to develop important skills, make new friends and explore the world around them.

Additional Programs Offered

Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!
Special Programs

We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The kids love it and they learn so much there. The staff is friendly and caring. They have good communication and provide a secure and safe environment. I have ease of mind knowing that my son is at the Goddard School.

Lilianna & Desmond's Mother

Toddler Classroom

I love the school and the workers. It feel that they care about the kids and I feel safe dropping my child off daily to them!

Anella's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Great program, the teachers and office staff are very professional. My daughter has learned so much.

Paisley's Father

Toddler Classroom

Great experiences there for almost a decade.

Vivienne & Greyson 's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Excellent communication, everyone is kind, teachers are caring & lessons/teaching styles are effective.

Piper & Quinn's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We appreciate the friendly teachers who are active in our child's education. We also love the feedback we receive.

Caroline's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Goddard is awesome. My kids are thriving there and the teachers, staff, and owner are amazing and always available. We love it here!

Aksel & Syphax's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I have zero complaints and think my daughter is cared for and safe, all while getting experiences she wouldn't get otherwise

Quinn's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Outdoor Security Cameras

Food and Nutrition

On-Site Cook

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Basketball Court

Computers

Engineering

Imagination Playground

Kodo Kids

Learning Technologies

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

More fun is on the way! Stay tuned for upcoming events.

Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School is proud to be recognized for our commitment to quality care and early learning! These accolades reflect our dedication to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for every child.

NAEYC ACCREDITATION+

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is the nation’s leading organization promoting high-quality early learning. NAEYC’s Accreditation+ tier includes mandatory site visits, ongoing reviews, and extra quality benchmarks. It guarantees your child is in a program that goes above and beyond to provide extraordinary education and care.

October 2021 - October 2026

PATHS TO QUALITY

LEVEL 4

Paths to Quality is Indiana's voluntary quality rating system where providers demonstrate ongoing efforts to achieve higher standards of quality.

January 2021 - January 2022

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