The Goddard School of

Westport

203-557-6400
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
20 Saugatuck Avenue, Westport, Connecticut 06880

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Handwriting
Chess
Secondary Languages
Outdoor Classroom
Music Appreciation
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness
Degreed Teachers
Indoor Gym

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Westport, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We offer full-time, year-round Early Childhood Education for children ages 6 weeks - 6 years. Our professional team of educators provide a sense of belonging in a safe, nurturing environment where positive social relationships are encouraged. We practice an inquiry-based curriculum, supported by the CT Early Learning & Development Standards. We are proud to serve families with Infants, Toddlers, Preschool and Pre-K age children in Westport, Weston, Norwalk, Fairfield, Stamford & beyond.

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 Kristen Owner

I’m a working mother of 2 young children with a passion for Early Childhood Education. Since they were infants, I've seen the difference that high-quality, early childcare has made in preparing my children for school and life. I am thrilled to own and operate The Goddard School and provide Westport and surrounding communities with a high quality, joyful childcare experience! We are also a proud 2023, 2024 and 2025 "Circle of Excellence" school winner. This is an annual honor that recognizes schools that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health & safety, curriculum, overall quality and more. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent of each category.

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 teachers and admin staff take such good care of the children and the parents. They are warm and welcoming, and take the time to speak with us about our children’s development. We trust them completely and our kids are learning so much every day.

Harry & Riley's Father

Toddler Classroom

Goddard offers several enrichment activities (soccer, Spanish, music) and has very clean, updated facilities. I appreciate that the teachers have lesson plans and are also caring and loving with my son.

Declan's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We have had an excellent experience since we first toured the school. Kristen and the admin team is very organized, the teachers put in so much effort and deeply care about the children. The curriculum for the children is absolutely amazing!

Kendall & William's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Having been through many different schools and day cares since moving from NYC, we have experienced 5 star care, attention to detail, and compassionate loving teachers at Goddard Westport. It was worth the wait!!

Gabriel's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The entire staff is fantastic, the programs are progressive and engaging, and the entire school is conducive to fostering a fun and safe learning environment!

Aurora & Merida's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Friendly and caring teachers, child-centered curriculum and safe. Probably the best indication comes from how happy my daughter is to go each day and how she sometimes doesn’t want to leave at the end of the day!

Kiera's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The quality of education, the dedication of the staff, and the overall welcoming and positive vibe is unmatched. Even in the craziest parts of the day, no one ever seems overwhelmed or anxious. Thanks for everything you do!

Mira & Addison's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The kind, attentive teachers and the daily email updates.

Austin's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Crash-Rated Fencing

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Iris Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Parking Lot Bollards

Zono

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

Chess

Degreed Teachers

Handwriting

Indoor Gym

Music Appreciation

Outdoor Classroom

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Tenured Teachers

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

November 10

Parent-Teacher Conferences

All Day
November 10

Scholastic Book Fair

All Day
November 11

Scholastic Book Fair

All Day
November 11

Parent-Teacher Conferences

All Day

Awarding Excellence

Our School has been recognized for delivering extraordinary educational experiences and outstanding service to our families.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB

The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.

February 2024 - February 2025

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.

May 2023 - May 2024

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.

May 2023 - May 2024

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 2023 - January 2024

NAEYC ACCREDITED

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.

February 2023 - March 2028

GOLDEN ACORN – EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Golden Acorn – Employer of the Year award is presented by the Charter Oak State College (COSC) Foundation to recognize employers who support their employees who are also adult learners. In 2021, The Goddard School located in Westport, CT, was nominated by employee Nicole V., a COSC student.

November 2021 - November 2022

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