The Goddard School of

Vernon Hills

847-680-1886
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
461 W. Townline Road, Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061

School Highlights

Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Chess
Finger Guards
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Gate Alarm
Handwriting
Music Appreciation
Nutrition

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Vernon Hills, 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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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.
Summer Fun

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

Great caring people! My child is developing so much!

Annie & Joseph's Mother

Infant Classroom

Goddard School is a fantastic partner in our child’s education. The care they receive is fantastic.

Dean's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The staff at Goddard is simply the best. They care about each and every child as if they were their own. Everyone is friendly, professional, reliable and communicative. The facility is clean, yet fun. The curriculum is fun, well-planned, and well communicated. The food is healthy, and includes a wide variety of tastes, textures and ethnicities. Our son has been a student at Goddard for a little over a year now and he absolutely loves it. THAT is what matters most!

Maximus & Miley's Father

Toddler Classroom

Nothing but great things to say about Goddard School! Both my kids are thriving! The teachers and staff are warm and inviting and really care for the children.

Billy & Johnny's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Couldn't be happier with the experience the boys have had and the growth they have shown since they started there.

Camden & Jack's Father

Pre-K Classroom

The staff has been incredibly sweet to my two year old and have made her feel safe and welcome.

Lela's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The Goddard School Vernon Hills has amazing staff, teachers and administrators that are all extremely friendly, kind, patient, loving, and have every child’s best interest to heart. The curriculum is the perfect balance between educational and creative-based play activities.

Axel's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Goddard is a open and friendly place that guides our children by both providing structure and fostering individuality.

Giada & Luca's Father

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

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

On-Site Cook

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Chess

Handwriting

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

World Cultures

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.

HUMANITARIAN AWARD

The Humanitarian Award honors a School that ‘does well by doing good.’ This award is given to the school that has demonstrated selfless devotion to serving those in need and demonstrates a commitment to community outreach. This award recognizes the life-enriching programs the School has participated in and positive contributions the School has made through community outreach endeavors.

February 2024 - February 2025

READER'S CHOICE - DAILY HERALD

This award recognizes the best in the Chicagoland area as voted by the readers of the Daily Herald.

January 2017 - January 2024

BERNIE’S BOOK BANK

Bernie’s Book Bank collects, processes and distributes quality new and gently used children’s books to significantly increase book ownership among at-risk infants, toddlers and school-age children throughout Chicagoland.

January 2017 - January 2023

MARKET OF EXCELLENCE

The Market of Excellence Award is presented annually and acknowledges a market that has demonstrated the best collaborative effort in representing The Goddard School in their community.

January 2014 - January 2015

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