Edwardsville Reviews & Recognition

The love and commitment of our Goddard families inspires us every day. To help make each child’s learning experiences the best they can be, we are always happy to listen when parents share their expectations. Here’s what our families have to say.

  • Excellent communication, wonderful staff, beautiful school. 100% pure satisfaction and gratitude for this school!

    Selah's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The Goddard School has provided a perfect space for my daughter to learn and grow. My husband and I researched and toured so many facilities in our area and The Goddard School's staff welcomed every question or concern we had, with a smile. I know every morning my daughter will have a fun, safe, and educational experience with her peers and the amazingly kind staff.

    Mila's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • We love how well the children are cared for. They seem very happy to go daily and seem to be learning a lot, along with very necessary social skills.

    Emmett & Genevieve's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Welcoming, organized, professional, etc. All staff have been incredibly friendly and seem to get to know our child even if they aren’t a part of the current classroom. The school is run like a school which will assist the children in transitioning once they get older. No complaints at all!! Keep up the great work!

    Wilhelmina's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • They care about the students, not just going through the motions. They want them to succeed.

    Addison & Arie's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Teachers are amazing and the school in itself is amazing! Great curriculum!

    Logan & Aubrey's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Friendly staff, routine updates and pictures via the Tadpoles app, great communication all around.

    Harry's Father

    Toddler Classroom

  • The facilities are great, the teachers are wonderful and the location is perfect.

    Klara's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • We love it here! Class sizes are good ratio of kids to teachers. Every time you walk in the front office is there to greet you by name. The kids have a great time and are learning so much everyday. Every teacher we’ve had so far takes a special interest in our daughter, making her feel special, safe, and important.

    Quinn & Isla's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Absolutely everything. #1 is the curriculum. I feel like our kids are learning so much there at such a young age. It’s wonderful! And all the events they put on are so neat.

    Caden & Carter's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I love all the things the teachers have planned throughout the day. I feel like my son is getting the best of playtime, crafts, and learning. I also really love the photos I get throughout the day. It always put a smile on my face.

    Tucker's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • I know that my son is very well cared for at The Goddard School. I could not be a working mother without this peace of mind. Thank you providing a safe and educational daycare for my son.

    George's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The security and procedures in place for entering the school are very important to me. As well as the protocols the teachers follow daily put me at ease that my child is in good hands. I like all my child’s teachers and she has her favorites too that she can’t wait to see.

    Hailey's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • We love our school! We feel confident each day we drop our children off!! We love the staff and the time and effort they take with both of our kids. They are kind, helpful, and caring. Our daughter is learning new things every day, and our son is excelling in his classroom as well. Thank you Goddard.

    Addison & Arie's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Goddard has made transitioning my son to preschool very easy! The teachers are all so nice and helpful and I know my child is taken care of during the day and learning a lot. I also love the picture updates!

    Lucas's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I love that my children are always learning and they love the staff. You become a family and your kids want to go to school! I enjoy seeing throughout the day what they are learning and working on. It is also good to know that Goddard folllows the STEAM curriculum.

    Sloan & Ford's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Our son learns so much and enjoys his day at Goddard. It also provides social interaction that he wouldn’t have otherwise. I love that all the teachers know who he is and he knows them. The teachers and staff are truly invested in his wellbeing and development.

    Maxwell & Felix's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The teachers are amazing, My second child who will be graduating this August. Both of my children attended Goddard from the infant room through the Pre-K program. It's an amazing curriculum and I would recommend Goddard to anyone who wants to give their child the best beginning!

    Brady & Macy's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • All day curriculum. Very structured learning program for each age group. Most progressive early childhood development program in Edwardsville, IL

    Jack & Landon 's Father

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Everything about Goddard School this far has been great. Everyone is very nice and helpful. I can see my child learning and getting better being around other kids every day.

    Lane's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • The Goddard School is amazing!!! I love the compassionate and experienced teachers!!! The curriculum is top notch which makes me feel confident that my son is learning each and every day.

    Cooper's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Children thrive with a schedule. They feel secure & safe when they are able to anticipate their day. Goddard provides structure for children with an educational focus while allowing them to still be children.

    Addison & Tucker's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The curricula is outstanding- it is tailored to meet the needs of the children at all stages of development. The teachers are very knowledgable and communicate well the children and parents. They are also compassionate and friendly. Above everything the learning environment is safe and friendly.

    Morgan & Ryan's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I feel that my child is engaged at school, learning, safe, and appreciated.

    Jack & Landon 's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • I love that the school is curriculum based and I love getting pictures throughout the day. My daughter has only been at Goddard about a month, but I can already tell her learning has been accelerated.

    Nora's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The staff is tremendous and our child loves it! They truly care for your child as if they were their own.

    Addelyn's Father

    Pre-K Classroom

  • The teachers are great and so engaging with kids. I’m continuously impressed by how much much my kids are learning while at Goddard! Both children enjoy the learning activities, social engagement, and the school environment

    Ellie & Lilah's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We have found Edwardsville’s Goddard School to be very well organized, informed on best practices, welcoming, friendly, and professional. We feel a part of the family and have only had positive experiences and interactions with teachers, administrators and fellow parents. We especially appreciate their communication - we are always informed of updates In a timely manner.

    Wilhelmina & Esther's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

Goddard’s Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by GSI in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that score in the highest range in all of these categories.

January 2017 - January 2018

JACK-IN-THE-BOX AWARD

Innovative curriculum incorporating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Math (STEAM).

January 2016 - January 2017

MARKET OF EXCELLENCE

This award is presented annually and acknowledges a market that has demonstrated the best collaborative effort in representing The Goddard Schools in their community.

January 2016 - January 2017
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