The Goddard School of

Flanders

973-598-1555
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
244 Route 206 S., Flanders, New Jersey 07836

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
American Sign Language
Before School
Before School Transportation
Chess
Dance
Disinfectant Sprayer
Handwriting
Learning Technologies

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Flanders, 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 Dennis & Andrea Owners

Dennis and Andrea have been the proud on-site owners of The Goddard School in Flanders since 2005. Dennis holds both Economics and Accounting degrees from Rutgers University and Montclair State University. Andrea holds a B.A. in Communications from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. They are committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment suited to promoting children's development of self esteem and confidence, as well as their social and academic success. Both Dennis and Andrea are certified in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

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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

Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!
Special Programs

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

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Alexa and MIssy are by far the most amazing and attentive teachers I’ve ever met. These teachers are what makes your school as amazing as it is. I truly think they should be recognized for their outstanding abilities. I’ve never felt more comfortable leaving my child in the care of someone.

Jared & Alexis's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Love teachers, love the program, love the community.

Wyatt & Olivia's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Friendly staff and great teachers.

Jacob & Madelyn's Mother

Infant Classroom

The teachers and staff are so friendly and caring!

John & Ella's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Very professional & communicative!

Dean's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Great teacher and staff. Very supportive and professional

Pietro (Peter) & Valentina's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The environment, teachers and safety are just some of the schools best features. I feel like my son will be well prepared for kindergarten in the very near future thanks to the wonderful prep program. My son has gained friendships, confidence and has enjoyed many new experiences.

Logan & Asher's Mother

Infant Classroom

We couldn't be happier with your Goddard experience. Our children are learning and growing so much since starting there and the care the teachers have for them is beyond our expectations. We love the ability to have direct communication with the teacher's through their class e-mail addresses as it keeps us connected during this covid environment.

Maverick & Mackenzie's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Disinfectant Sprayer

Food and Nutrition

Caring for your child includes ensuring that they're fueled up and ready to learn and play!

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Chess

Dance

Handwriting

Learning Technologies

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Sports & Fitness

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 5

Netherlands-Sinterklaas

All Day
December 7

Holidays Around the World

All Day
December 8

Germany

All Day
December 9

Mexico

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.

COGNIA® ACCREDITED

Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.

January 2018 - January 2023

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