The Goddard School of

Toms River

732-240-2121
6:30 am - 6:00 pm
36 Bey Lea Road, Toms River, New Jersey 08753

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Wonder of Learning®
Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
American Sign Language
Art History
Chess
Biometric Entry Device
Before and After School
Catering

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Toms River, 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.

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 Suzanne Owner

I am one of the onsite owner's of The Goddard School of Toms River 1. I have my Bachelors Degree from Kean University with a double major in Psychology and in Education. I worked eight years for the Division of Youth & Family Protection investigating child abuse and neglect. I have volunteered as a soccer coach for the past 10 years and I also volunteer as a Cub Master for Pack 6 Cub Scout group. Much of my spare time is dedicated to children and our community. I believe the most important thing a teacher can do is look at each child as an individual. I thank you for putting your trust in our school.

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

Special Programs

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

Make busy mornings and afternoon commutes a little easier with our before- and after-school program!

Learn More & Tour

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The Goddard school building is clean, the teachers and staff are personable and the children are well cared for.

John & Luciana's Mother

Bridge Classroom

The owners, directors, and teachers have made the process of my daughter starting daycare very comforting. They understand the emotional difficulties from a parent and child’s perspective. My daughter’s teachers have shown her love to help her transition. I also appreciate the communication and structure of the school setting.

Olivia's Mother

Twos Classroom

Staff is friendly, courteous and compassionate.

Jalen 's Legal Guardian

Infant Classroom

Continue to be extremely impressed with this school. The teachers and administrative staff are professional, courteous, and caring. I appreciate them very much

Lyanna's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Great teachers and clean and professional environment

Ava & Aubrey's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We have been so thrilled with Goddard TR. The small class size and the quality of the school’s facilities and teachers. We love the safe and secure environment. We also love the app. Miss Wendy and Miss Justina are excellent!

Vienna's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Family oriented environment with devoted teachers who are well educated.

Gertrude Elizabeth 's Mother

Preschool Classroom

My 2 boys love it at Goddard school. I love the teachers the owners. I feel when I drop them off I can feel comfortable at work that they are in a safe place. They have learned lots of new skills and facts during the summer camp with plenty of field trips and visitors who come to the facility. 100% recommend.

Carson & Landon's Mother

Summer Program

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Air Purifying System

Biometric Entry Device

Custom Key Code Entry

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Hand Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Parking Lot Bollards

Supervised Lobby Entry

Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Catering

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Chess

Computers

Degreed Teachers

Digital Cameras

Engineering

Exploration Room

Handwriting

Indoor Gym

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

Microscope(s)

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

Tenured Teachers

Wonder of Learning®

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 5

Pizza Friday!

All Day
December 5

Parent Appreciation Coffee Day

6:30 - 10 AM
December 6

Winter Wonder Farm!

5 - 9 PM
December 7

Happy Birthday!

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.

NAEYC ACCREDITED

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.

August 2018 - August 2028

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.

May 2023 - May 2024

GROW NJ KIDS

Level 4

Grow NJ Kids is a state-sponsored initiative to raise the quality of child care and early learning throughout New Jersey. Grow NJ Kids gives child care and early learning programs resources to assess and improve their programs, while providing parents with information that allows them to evaluate the quality of programs and make the best choices for their child. The goal is to create a system that encourages ongoing improvement.

June 2017 - June 2023

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