The Goddard School of

Northfield

4.6 (18 reviews)

School Phone Number: 720-943-0672

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

School Address: 4901 N. Wabash Street, Denver, Colorado 80238

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School Highlights

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Air Purifying System
American Sign Language
Computers
Disinfectant Sprayer
Outdoor Security Cameras
Gate Alarm
Finger Guards
Handwriting
Summer Camp

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Northfield, 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.

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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Where They Start Matters

We nurture your child’s unique potential by encouraging their natural curiosity so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world.

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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Time to start your Preschool planning journey.

Preschool children discover interests in a cooperative setting, while creating friendships. Summer is so cool in preschool.

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Meet Lance On-site Owner

Lance and Michele Shimomura are parents of three children and are excited to own The Goddard School of Northfield. Lance was a stay-at-home dad and has over 25 years in business management. Besides being at school full-time, he volunteers with Kiwainis of NE Denver, Winter Park Volunteer Ski Patrol, and is a mountain bike coach for Green Mountain High School. Michele has a Master’s in Public Health and is passionate about promoting healthy living for children and families. Lance believes high quality preschools have “a safe, nurturing and fun environment as well as engaged teachers and an enriched curriculum.” They believe The Goddard School offers the best balance of academic preparation for success in school and social & emotional development. In addition to spending time with their children, Lance and Michele also enjoy skiing, biking, reading and swimming.

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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.

available

Infant

6 w - 12 m, only 1 spot remains

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.

upcoming

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.

limited

Twos

2 - 2.5 years old

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.

limited

Bridge

30 mos. - 40 mos.

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

Only 3 spots remain.

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.

available

Pre-K

Only a few spots remain.

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.

available

Summer at Goddard

Now enrolling.

Summer at Goddard is all about capturing the carefree feeling of the season. Your child will learn, play and grow in a safe, familiar environment with expert teachers guiding them as they explore, make friends and build confidence.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Northfield.

Health and Safety

Air Purifying System
Biometric Entry Device
Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Hand Scanner
Iris Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards
Supervised Lobby Entry

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
Computers
Handwriting

Playground(s)
Sports & Fitness
Tenured Teachers
Wonder of Learning®
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Both of our kids love The Goddard School! They are able to learn, grow, and make friends in a safe environment. I would highly recommend this option to any family looking for child care.

Maxwell & Cora's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Fantastic leadership team at The Goddard School. We've been very happy with the teachers, activities, and communication. Thank you for everything!

Cooper & Miles's Father

Pre-K Classroom

My 4-year old twins love this school! The staff is so warm and friendly and there are so many activities that help them learn. They have learned so much in a short time and love going to school each day.

Evan & Ellie's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

I like the educational model, the diversity of activities, the daily reports, the physical appearance of the school.Both kids are very happy and talk with pride and enthusiasm about their school.

Gregorio & Benjamin's Father

Preschool Classroom

I feel like the staff care about my children and that that are learning and growing their social skills while they are at school.

Phoebe & William's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Teachers and directors are caring. They know what is going on with each child. I feel well informed about what happens with my daughter during the day!

Gabriella's Mother

Infant Classroom

The constant communication - about my children and programs being held at the school. The teachers I have exposure to are knowledgeable and provide feedback or suggestions if I have questions or concerns. I feel the staff treats my children's success as their success, and I love that.

Avery & America (Millie)'s Mother

Pre-K Classroom

First and foremost the caring and professional staff are exceptional. Everyone from each of the teachers to the front office and leadership team are always very welcoming and show care/concern about our daughter. Second we love the daily reports with activities and pictures of our daughter's day we receive every day. We forward these to her grandparents who say this is the highlight of their day.

Emily's Father

Toddler Classroom

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Northfield.

Upcoming Events

April 7

Book Drive: Reach Out and Read CO

7 AM - 1 PM
April 8

TOT Basketball

11 AM - 12 PM
April 14

Book Drive: Reach Out and Read CO

7 AM - 1 PM
April 15

TOT Basketball

11 AM - 12 PM

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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.

COLORADO SHINES

Level 4 Rating

Colorado Shines is a quality rating and improvement system that monitors and supports early learning programs through assessment, training and tools.

April 2027

CHILD CARE AWARE®

CO Shines 4 Rating

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.

COLORADO UNIVERSAL PRESCHOOL (UPK)

CO Shines 4 Rating

Children in Colorado can register for up to 15 hours per week of free, high-quality preschool in their year before kindergarten through Colorado’s Universal Preschool Program, also known as Universal Pre-K (UPK).

FAMILY FAVORITES WINNER - COLORADO PARENT

This annual award is chosen by the readers of Colorado Parent Magazine. Readers vote for their favorite businesses, attractions and services for families.

January 2020 - January 2021

FAMILY FAVORITES WINNER - COLORADO PARENT

This annual award is chosen by the readers of Colorado Parent Magazine. Readers vote for their favorite businesses, attractions and services for families.

January 2019 - January 2020

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

The Rookie of the Year Award recognizes the rookie Goddard School that has met the highest standards in the areas of overall quality, health & safety, curriculum and business operations.

January 2015 - January 2016

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 2015 - January 2016

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The Goddard School of Northfield

School Highlights

Where They Start Matters

Summer Wonder Meets School-Year Confidence

Where They Start Matters

Expert, Caring Teachers

Time to start your Preschool planning journey.

Meet Lance On-site Owner

Classrooms & Programs

Infant

Toddlers

Twos

Bridge

Preschool

Pre-K

Summer at Goddard

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Health and Safety

Food and Nutrition

Enrichment and Environment

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Preview the Fun

Upcoming Events

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Care You Can Trust

COLORADO SHINES

CHILD CARE AWARE®

COLORADO UNIVERSAL PRESCHOOL (UPK)

FAMILY FAVORITES WINNER - COLORADO PARENT

FAMILY FAVORITES WINNER - COLORADO PARENT

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

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The Goddard School of

Northfield