Testimonials
"When we began searching for a new school for our 2 year old son, we started our search at Goddard and didn't look any further - and we have been delighted with our choice.
Our first impression was that everyone who works at the school seems very happy to be there. The staff appears to genuinely adore the children in their care.
The transition to Goddard was incredibly easy; our son enjoys going to school much more than at his previous day care, and he's also learning more than we ever expected. He comes home talking about what he learned that day. Many days, he doesn't want to leave when we arrive to pick him up!
The teachers in his classroom are wonderful with the kids and do a fantastic job of providing them with challenging concepts to discover. The report we receive each day gives us information about what he learned and did so we can talk about it at home and reinforce the day's activities. The teachers also direct all the children to be respectful and courteous to both peers and other teachers.
The curriculum, teachers, and environment are the perfect combination for our son - and soon, our infant daughter - to grow and thrive."
- Cameron's Parents
"We have been thrilled with our experience at The Goddard School! Our daughters are both happy to go to school each day, which is so nice to see as parents. Both of our daughters have attended The Goddard School since their opening, and the transition has been seamless from their old school. Our oldest daughter is in Pre-School and they are building all of the foundations that she will need for elementary school. We especially love that she has exposure to computers in her classroom and daily jobs to promote responsibility. Our youngest daughter is in the older infant room and she has grown so much since starting her class! She is learning how to do more daily activities independently, and loves all of the singing and dancing she does in her class. As a public elementary school teacher, I can tell what an amazing job The Goddard School is doing to prepare our girls for success in elementary school. The warm and caring management and teachers are the best you will find. They truly care about the kids and are happy to come to work each day. We are so glad that our kids are in such a nurturing environment that creates a love for learning at such an early age."
- Stella and Lorelai's Parents
“My Husband and I are both very impressed with our experience at The Goddard School located in Durham, NC. My daughter is exposed to a preschool curriculum that allows her to learn with great creativity. She looks forward to her days playing with her friends and learning with her teachers. I know my child really enjoys everything about The Goddard School. Thank you for this wonderful experience.”
- Yvonne's Parents
"We are thrilled with our daughter's seamless transition to The Goddard School from a small home-based daycare when she was 20 months old. The administration and staff are mindful and responsive to her needs, strengths and weaknesses. When she seemed to advance well in her first placement, they quickly contacted us to discuss if they could shift her placement to better stimulate her learning. She has enjoyed the increased interaction with more children, and seems to learn something new every day. She's teaching us new songs now! We cannot say enough about the caring atmosphere the administration and staff have created. It is obvious that everyone at The Goddard School has a very hands on role with the children of this school. It seems that everyone is just as thrilled to greet my daughter every day as she is to say hello to them! She has loved every minute of her "big girl school" and asks to go there even on weekends! The Goddard School located in Durham was the perfect next step for our family."
- Penelope's Parents
"In our search for a preschool that offered our daughter a well-rounded learning experience, a friend recommended we check out The Goddard School. We were so impressed with the experiences the school offers and the level of care and time they invest in their employees. Meeting the school's owner, and learning about his own experiences in fatherhood really helped us make the right decision to enroll our child into The Goddard School. Our daughter's excitement about going to school, learning new things and playing with friends brings us so much joy as parents!"
- Kennedy's Parents
"The Goddard School is our boys' home away from home. From the beginning, the warm, caring, and nurturing environment helped our twins adjust from being at home to a school environment. They feel safe, happy, and loved. As parents, our boys' happiness at school is a relief and a joy.
In addition to the warm atmosphere, the daily reports of the boys' activities and accomplishments are always fun to read. Art and Music times seem to be a favorite among their daily activities.
We would recommend The Goddard School to any parents looking for a safe and fun learning environment for their child."
- Zack and Logan's Parents
"The decision to switch to the Goddard School was an easy one...Through our play and interactions it is evident that at The Goddard School he is learning new skills on a daily basis and that the teachers are interacting with the children rather than watching them play. Specific routines and schedules are always followed, and there is excellent communication with parents. It is clear that my son is taken care of and loved. "
- Jake's Mom
"Before transitioning our daughter to The Goddard School, we were extremely anxious and concerned about how our little one would adapt to the change. However, thanks to the help of the remarkable staff and teachers at Goddard, it has been a seamless process. As we pull into the parking lot months after being at the Goddard, our daughter still does a cheer every morning for her "New School"! We have been impressed by the challenging, yet fun, curriculum that allows the opportunity for our daughter to be exposed to different cultures while also teaching self responsibility. We are excited to watch our daughter and her classmates continue to grow and mature during our experience with The Goddard School located in Durham."
- Ryann's Parents
"We are very happy with our choice in The Goddard School located in Durham. Our infant daughter's days are filled with a variety of activities, playtime and self-exploration, and you can tell by the smile on her face at the end of the day that she loves every minute. In addition, we are thrilled to know that we are not only leaving her in an environment where she is cared for throughout the day, but where she is loved and nurtured by each and every teacher."
- Cori's Mom