The Goddard School of

Braintree

781-356-0616
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
371 Grove St, Braintree, Massachusetts 02184

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Art History
Disinfectant Sprayer
Engineering
Handwriting
Key Fobs
Literacy Nook
Microscope(s)

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Braintree, 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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Meet Mindy Owner

Ms. Mindy is the Owner of The Goddard School. She bought the school in 2003 and just celebrated her 22nd year as an owner! "I love what children teach us... patience, virtue, the value of friendship, laughter and so much more!"

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.
Private Kindergarten

Our private kindergarten program focuses on fun learning experiences that will prepare your children for success in first grade and beyond!

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

We love the school! Our daughter is happy and well taken care of. I love the app and getting pictures of her every day.

Grace's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Teachers and staff take excellent care of my child. I feel my child is safe, is respected and is continually learning and growing! I appreciate everyone for creating a safe environment.

Nova's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Cleanliness, friendly staff, nice activities, culture is not snobby, nice diversity.

Ellison's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Absolutely love the Goddard School. I have seen a tremendous development in my daughters since joining.

Sophia & Julia's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Everything! Amazing teachers and administration, structured learning with the right amount of play, enrichment programs (like mini athletes) that my children love, healthy lunch program, the cleanest facility I’ve ever seen, flexible schedules. I can tell my kids love going there every day and are absolutely thriving. Their social skills are off the charts and I saw a huge jump in communication skills and their ability to learn once they started at Goddard.

Aiden & Reagan's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Very friendly staff, Amazing caring teachers,. My son has been learning a lot and loves going to school every day.

Sebastian's Mother

Kindergarten Classroom

We've been very happy with our experience at Goddard. All the staff and teachers are so welcome, and take great care of our daughter!

Hayden's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We have sent three of our kids there and are always happy with them. Goddard is a friendly family run business with a great curriculum.

Morgan & Charlotte & Theo's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Crash-Rated Fencing

Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Key Fobs

Outdoor Security Cameras

Supervised Lobby Entry

Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Flexible Lunch Options

On-Site Cook

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Degreed Teachers

Engineering

Full-Service Kitchen

Handwriting

Indoor Gym

Literacy Nook

Microscope(s)

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Rock Wall

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

Wonder of Learning®

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.

NAEYC ACCREDITED

LEVEL 1

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.

September 2013 - September 2018

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