The Goddard School of

Malvern

610-647-2836
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
250 Lancaster Avenue, Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Wonder of Learning®
Computers
American Sign Language
Yoga & Mindfulness
Finger Guards
Halo
Gate Alarm
Handwriting
Air Filtration Systems

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Malvern, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We are committed to delivering the highest quality early childhood education, featuring a play-based curriculum & highly qualified educators, for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years in Malvern, Frazer, Paoli, Berwyn & surrounding areas. As a premier preschool and early education program, we actively foster a joyful & confident learning environment, preparing children for success.

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.

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.

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.

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 & Barbara Owners

We are so very honored to lead, guide and support The Goddard School of Malvern. We come to school each day excited to watch our Goddard families learn & grow! We love mentoring children & truly believe in 'making the world a better place through early childhood education'. Each day at school is filled with fun in a creative, safe and meaningful educational environment to prepare our young minds! Our proprietary Wonder of Learning educational system promotes exploration and discovery, S.T.E.A.M., encourages curiosity and fun through our themed weeks, special events throughout the year and our awesome Summer Camp that includes multiple school visitors and field trips - come visit us! #LearningforFunLearningforLife

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 Camp

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

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Excellent leadership, passionate teachers, kids absolutely love going everyday, curriculum exceeds expectations.

Kaiya & Zaria's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We have been very pleased with the quality of the teaching staff at Goddard of Malvern. They work extremely hard to ensure that the children receive excellent care and education. In addition, we believe that Steve and Barbara are focused on the best interests of the children. As a result, we are pleased to recommend Goddard of Malvern.

Eleanor & Adam's Father

Infant Classroom

cleanliness, attention to the kids, curriculum and faculty - all are the BEST

Olivia 's Father

Preschool Classroom

The learning provided in the school. Safety and Care - for my child The flexibility to allow homemade food for my child.

Reyansh's Mother

Junior-K Classroom

Steve and company have done an outstanding job transforming Goddard Malvern. Our family has been at this school now for over 9 years, 3 children. We are very happy with the programs and experiences introduced over the past year. Frankly, we are disappointed in the way prior ownership ran the school. I’m very optimistic towards the future of this school. I appreciate all of Steve’s hard work to implement change which is why I strongly recommend this school to others.

Danielle & Mia & Harper's Father

Goddard Graduate

Not just childcare but a full learning experience!

Will & Jack's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love this Goddard location. The owners treat our children like family. They are always looking to enhance the safety and experience for ours kids. The staff are also great and make us feel safe and that we are always informed of what our kids are doing.

George & Henry's Mother

Infant Classroom

We really love the Goddard School & the education and attention both of our children have received. The teachers are just wonderful, they put together a thoughtful curriculum for the kids, and activities that involve the parents are great as well!

Jacob & Georgia'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

Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Outdoor Security Cameras

Supervised Lobby Entry

Food and Nutrition

Caring for your child includes ensuring that they're fueled up and ready to learn and play!

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Computers

Dance

Handwriting

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 8

National Sock Day!

All Day
December 9

Winter Yoga Poses

All Day
December 10

Music with Ms. Tina!

9:30 - 11 AM
December 11

Snowman at Night Book & Craft

All Day

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.

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE

The Outstanding Customer Service Award is determined through Mystery Callers, Mystery Shoppers, Parent Surveys and Parent Concern Calls.

HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD

The Health & Safety Award honors the top franchisee or franchisees who have gone above and beyond to provide the highest health and safety standards for the children.

KEYSTONE STARS

STAR 3

Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS program is an initiative of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) to improve, support and recognize the continuous quality improvement efforts of early learning programs. The Keystone STARS Performance Standards provide the foundation for the program and are grouped into four levels – Standards, Training, Assistance, Resources and Support. Each level builds on the previous level and utilizes research-based best practices to promote quality early learning environments and positive child outcomes.

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