The Goddard School of
Hillsborough
School Phone Number: 908-371-1499
, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 378 South Branch Road, Building 5, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844
Proudly Accredited by:
School Highlights
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After School
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After School Transportation
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American Sign Language
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Antimicrobial Treatments
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Basketball Court
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Before School
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Before School Transportation
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Chess
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Child Learning Kitchen
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Hillsborough, 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.
Meet Susan Owner
Susan Hoy, Owner - Although I have a Masters of Business Administration degree and many years’ experience in operations and materials management for major corporations, early childhood was an avocation of mine throughout my professional career. My Bachelor's degree is in English Education from Douglass College of Rutgers University. After exploring many other options, in 1999 I was able to fulfill my dream of opening The Goddard School® located in Hillsborough. I am extremely proud of the contributions we have made to the early childhood experience for so many children in the Hillsborough community. In 2024 I am proud to function as an advisor and business manager as my son Tim and daughter Kate continue to run the day-to-day operations of our school as on-site owners.
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
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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying
Wonderful place that shapes young minds! Thoughtfully planned curriculum with tons of fun, teaches great values, caring teachers who go above and beyond, excellent hygiene practices.
The main difference of Goddard from my past school is the level of communication provided to the parents. Top notch!
Excellent environment for my child’s emotional and physical development. Stafff are dedicated and friendly. Thank you.
We love the Goddard School! Susan and all of the staff have been absolutely wonderful. Our kids are happy and well cared for and the facility is very clean. We recommend Goddard to anyone that asks!
The teachers and office staff are all warm and inviting. The school is immaculate and everything is organized. The playground is great quality.
I love Goddard of Hillsborough. I feel very comfortable entrusting my children to their staff. They having created an extremely warm and nurturing environment for students to learn and be creative.
What isn't there to love about The Goddard School? The owners, staff, and teachers are all absolutely wonderful. When I leave, I know my children are in great hands. I have seen how my children have grown under their care, while incorporating age appropriate instruction. With Goddard, comes quality. Thank you Goddard!
Choosing a daycare for your young children is one of the most important and difficult decisions in parenting. We couldn't be happier with everything at the Goddard school- from the directors, teachers, and staff to the cleanliness and safety protocols to the overall experience of our children- everything is superb. We are very thankful to have found the perfect fit for our family.
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.
Health and Safety
- Antimicrobial Treatments
- Disinfectant Sprayer
- Finger Guards
- Gate Alarm
- Halo
- Parking Lot Bollards
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
- Basketball Court
- Chess
- Child Learning Kitchen
- Handwriting
- Interactive Whiteboard
- Kodo Kids
- Music Appreciation
- Nutrition
- Physical Fitness
- Playground(s)
- Secondary Languages
- Sports & Fitness
- Tablets
- World Cultures
- Yoga & Mindfulness
Preview the Fun
Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.
Upcoming Events
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December 16Star ArtAll Day -
December 17Cooking with Ms.Krista9 AM - 3:30 PM -
December 18Librarian Visit10 - 11 AM -
December 19Ugly Sweater DayAll Day
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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.
CHILD CARE AWARE®
Child Care Aware is the nation's most respected hub of information for parents and child care providers. A program of Child Care Aware of America, Child Care Aware helps families learn more about the elements of quality child care and how to locate programs in their communities. Child Care Aware also provides child care providers with access to resources for their child care programs.
January 2020
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January 2030
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 2021
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October 2026
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR EDUCATION
The Circle of Excellence Award for Education acknowledges Goddard Schools that provide the highest-quality and most consistent educational programs in every classroom. To be considered for the award, each School must earn one of the top two ratings of its state’s licensing program, become accredited by at least one of the four primary accreditors or achieve P21 (Partnership for 21st Century Learning) Exemplar status. Schools that earn this award represent some of the top education programs in our system.
January 2021
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January 2023
P21 EXEMPLAR - PARTNERSHIP FOR 21ST CENTURY SKILLS: A NETWORK OF BATTELLE FOR KIDS
The mission of P21: A Network of Battelle for Kids (BFK) is to serve as a catalyst to position 21st century readiness at the center of American K-12 education by building collaborative partnerships among education, business, community and government leaders. P21, now a network of BFK, will continue to support a vision for learning to ensure 21st century readiness for every student. The Goddard School strives to provide the best possible learning environment, educational framework and professional development opportunities.
January 2020
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January 2022
SECURE EDUCATION CONSULTANTS (SEC)
Secure Education Consultants is a company owned and operated by former US Secret Service Agents designed to help us take our safety and security to the highest level possible. SEC is a group of highly-skilled security and protection experts. The SEC team specializes in analyzing facilities, developing Emergency Preparedness Plans, and preparing faculty and staff to appropriately confront emergencies of all kinds.
January 2020
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January 2022
LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Leadership Award recognizes the top franchisee or franchisees based on their leadership and their mentoring of fellow franchisees. These franchisees demonstrate an unwavering belief in the Goddard system.
January 2017
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January 2018
BEST OF SOMERSET COUNTY READERS' CHOICE - COURIER NEWS
This award recognizes the best in Somerset County as voted by the readers of Courier News.
January 2017
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January 2018
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2016
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January 2018
NATIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Our Goddard School is proud to have a Goddard School Teacher of the Year! Each year, Goddard Systems recognizes outstanding Goddard School teachers for their excellence in early childhood education.
January 2016
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January 2017
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2008
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January 2015
PHILIP SCHUMACHER SCHOLARSHIP
The Philip Schumacher Scholarship was named for the retired President and CEO of Goddard Systems. The scholarship is presented annually to a franchisee who exemplifies managing an outstanding business, commitment to maintaining and improving The Goddard School brand as well as being valued by their community and respected by fellow franchisees for their commitment to quality.
January 2009
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January 2010
DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
The Director of the Year Award is given to a Goddard School director who illustrates educational leadership, is a mentor to other faculty members at the School and helps create an atmosphere that encourages children to experience the most genuine form of learning.
January 2009
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January 2010
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2006
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January 2007
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2003
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January 2005
QUALITY ASSURANCE
The Quality Assurance Award is presented to the Goddard School with the highest average QA score.
January 2000
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January 2001
HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD
The Health & Safety Award honors the top franchisee or franchisees who have gone above and beyond to provide the highest health and safety standards for the children.
January 2000
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January 2001
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