The Goddard School of

San Clemente

949-519-3500
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
1351 Calle Avanzado, San Clemente, California 92673

School Highlights

American Sign Language
Computers
Crash-Rated Fencing
Engineering
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Handwriting
Interactive Whiteboard
Iris Scanner

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of San Clemente, 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 Anu On-site Owner

Anu has deep passion and love for furthering education in young children. Her ambition is to make a difference through the S.T.E.A.M. program of Goddard and make the San Clemente location a one-stop children's center. Anu brings to the school her natural love and playfulness with children and a sociable personality combined with proven executive leadership in the computer software industry. Anu and Vikram have raised two wonderful daughters in South Orange County. Travel and education are the family's biggest passions.

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

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

The best school with the kindest and most caring owner, director and teachers. We are so happy we chose Goddard.

Sloane & Hale's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The teachers are invested in my daughter and she loves coming to daycare! I have ease of mind seeing her walk in herself every morning smiling and ready to see her teachers.

Everly & Beckett's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Anu is a phenomenal leader and the teachers have provided my toddler with a safe and happy environment to learn and grow. We love the Goddard School.

Colt's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The owner, Anu, being on site and so accessible is the best. It is not like anything we have experienced at other preschools.

Riley's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We are very happy in the Infant Class and love the teachers and staff.

William's Mother

Infant Classroom

Anu and the team are exquisite. They’re so attentive to our son and give wonderful and helpful feedback. We feel that our child is safe there and that he’s thriving.

Preston's Father

Twos Classroom

Anu, Lindsey and Miss Wendy are amazing. Also super clean and love the curriculum and the daily email updates. So glad we found you!

Milo's Mother

Goddard Graduate

From the owners to the directors to the teachers, they know all the kids and engage with them on a daily basis. The daily reports are fantastic and detailed. My son is learning so much and having so much fun!

Hugh's Mother

Pre-K Classroom