The Goddard School of
Wayne

4.7 (48 reviews)

School Phone Number: 973-839-3980

, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

School Address: 2086 Hamburg Turnpike, Wayne, New Jersey 07470

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School Highlights

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  • Wonder of Learning® Wonder of Learning®
  • American Sign Language American Sign Language
  • Art History Art History
  • Yoga & Mindfulness Yoga & Mindfulness
  • Sports & Fitness Sports & Fitness
  • World Cultures World Cultures
  • Music Appreciation Music Appreciation
  • Engineering Engineering
  • Air Filtration Systems Air Filtration Systems
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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Wayne, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. For 20 years, Wayne families have trusted us with their children’s earliest years. At The Goddard School of Wayne, experienced teachers provide exceptional early learning and care in a safe, nurturing place where infants through Pre-K learn through play, build confidence and grow at their own pace. Located on Hamburg Turnpike near Routes 23, 46, 80 and 287 we also serve Pompton Lakes, Lincoln Park, Totowa and Haledon. Schedule a tour to meet our teachers and explore the school.

Your Child’s Education

Children are extraordinary little scientists who have lots of questions about everything. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning®, harnesses children’s innate curiosity and encourages them to explore the world around them as they learn through play.

Health and Safety

We work tirelessly to ensure your child thrives in a healthy, safe environment, so you have peace of mind, and they can focus on learning and growing.

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.

Now Enrolling Infants, Toddlers, Twos and Preschoolers

Caring, patient teachers at The Goddard School of Wayne guide hands-on learning tailored to each child’s stage of development.

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Meet Melissa

Meet Melissa The Goddard School’s 2026 Teacher of the Year

Ms. Melissa is the Lead Pre-K Teacher and The Goddard School’s 2026 Teacher of the Year, recognized for excellence in early childhood education. With a bachelor's degree from Roanoke College, she brings more than eight years of experience working with children. Her love of teaching began while working at a summer camp with her family, where she discovered that her heart belonged in the classroom and ultimately found its home in Pre-K.
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Classrooms & Programs

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

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Wayne.

Health and Safety
  • Air Filtration Systems
  • Air Purifying System
  • Antimicrobial Treatments
  • Biometric Entry Device
  • Custom Key Code Entry
  • Disinfectant Sprayer
  • EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
  • Finger Guards
  • Gate Alarm
  • Hand Scanner
  • Outdoor Security Cameras
  • Parking Lot Bollards
  • Supervised Lobby Entry
Food and Nutrition
  • Catering
  • Order Food
Enrichment and Environment
  • American Sign Language
  • Art History
  • Art Studio
  • Chess
  • Child Learning Kitchen
  • Dance
  • Degreed Teachers
  • Digital Cameras
  • Dramatic Arts Space
  • Engineering
  • Exploration Room
  • Handwriting
  • Imagination Playground
  • Interactive Whiteboard
  • Learning Technologies
  • Literacy Nook
  • Low Ratios
  • Microscope(s)
  • Music Appreciation
  • Nutrition
  • Outdoor Classroom
  • Physical Fitness
  • Playground(s)
  • Robotics
  • 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 at The Goddard School of Wayne.

Upcoming Events

  • October 9
    Scholastic Book Fair
    3 - 4 PM
  • October 12
    Indigenous Peoples' Day
    3 - 4 PM
  • October 14
    Make a Jack-O-Lantern
    3 - 4 PM
  • October 16
    Candy Donations Begin
    3 - 4 PM

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