The Goddard School of

Overland Park - Metcalf

School Phone Number: 913-681-1610

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

School Address: 14330 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, Kansas 66223

School Highlights

Wonder of Learning®
Tenured Teachers
Summer Camp
Sports & Fitness
On-Site Cook
Air Purifying System
Degreed Teachers
Supervised Lobby Entry
STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Overland Park - Metcalf, 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.

Goddard Great Start Scholarship

We believe children deserve the greatest start so they can become the best versions of themselves. The Goddard Great Start Scholarship offers an opportunity for two families, one new and one existing, to receive a full year of tuition! Applications close May 1, 2026.

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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.

Summer Wonder Meets School-Year Confidence

Summer feels magical here. Kids get to explore what matters to them, from outdoor adventures to creative projects, with expert teachers by their side. All in the comfort of a familiar place, so that when summer ends, they’ll be sun-kissed, confident and ready for school.

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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.

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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 Jerri Dawn Owner

Ms. Jerri Dawn is a co-owner of The Goddard School located in Overland Park. She and her family began the school in June 2006. Ms. Jerri Dawn received her degree in Elementary Education from William Jewell College. She was a classroom teacher for 14 years teaching preschool, two year old children, second grade and fourth grade. She finished her Master’s degree in Elementary Administration in 2000. Ms. Jerri Dawn and her family enjoy playing and watching sports, music and lake weekends. She loves working with children and can’t imagine doing anything else.

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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.

upcoming

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.

available

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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Overland Park - Metcalf.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
Antimicrobial Treatments

Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Key Fobs
Outdoor Security Cameras
Supervised Lobby Entry

Food and Nutrition

Flexible Lunch Options
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
On-Site Cook

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Chess
Computers

Degreed Teachers
Full-Service Kitchen
Handwriting
Interactive Whiteboard
Learning Technologies
Music Appreciation
Nutrition
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Tablets
Tenured Teachers
Wonder of Learning®
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Care is taken for each child by all of the teachers and administrative team! Goddard strives for excellence and prepares your child for the next step of their individual development process.

Zoey's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Great teachers, wonderful environment and our baby is very happy here!

Fallon's Mother

Infant Classroom

We've been very please with our son's development, and Goddard has been very accommodating with difficult parent work schedules.

Grayson's Father

Twos Classroom

Professional, safe, always clean, clever and entertaining academic plans.

Maverick & Maddison's Mother

Infant Classroom

Great ownership, love the staff. Really feel that my child is ahead of the game education wise

Olivia & Lincoln & Declan's Mother

Goddard Graduate

We love the staff and are kids are happy and excited about school!

Wynona & Remington's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The owner and the teachers love the kids, and take care of the kids. They not only teach kids knowledge but also instruct them to be creative and brave and curious about the world. At here the kids grow with a positive view of the world and the life.

Tianying (Ella)'s Father

Pre-K Classroom

Goddard is an awesome environment for learning, with the right amount of structure and caring staff and teachers. My kids love to go to school, and learn so much!

Everly & Harper & Hayes's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Overland Park - Metcalf.

Upcoming Events

April 20

Root for the Earth Week

All Day
April 21

Root for the Earth Week

All Day
April 22

Root for the Earth Week

All Day
April 22

Earth Day Celebration

All Day

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Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School of Overland Park - Metcalf 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.

SCHUMACHER RESILIENCY AWARD

The Schumacher Resiliency Award recognizes a franchisee who has demonstrated successes despite navigating challenges and the changing landscape of early childhood education. Recipients have overcome significant obstacles to achieve impressive accomplishments in their school and business, dedicated their time to advocating for the most vulnerable among us, and acted with bravery to drive change in their communities — and across the system.

October 2022 - April 2023

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