The Goddard School of

Estero

5.0 (8 reviews)

School Phone Number: 239-667-4555

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

School Address: 10100 Arcos Ave, Estero, Florida 33928

School Highlights

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Antimicrobial Treatments
American Sign Language
Finger Guards
Summer Camp
Wonder of Learning®
Literacy Nook
Rock Wall
Zono
Indoor Gym

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Estero, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We are delighted to extend our services to Estero, Bonita Springs, Three Oaks, Stoneybrook, The Preserve, The Place, Bella Terra, Verdana, WildCat Run, Gradenzza, Wildblue, Rivercreek, Copperoaks, Fountain Lakes, Marsh Landing, Shadow Wood, and the surrounding communities! At Goddard, our passionate team of educators is committed to fostering an environment where your child can excel academically while developing emotionally, socially, and intellectually. We are so much more than a daycare.

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.

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Meet Goddard’s Super Clean Team!

From toys to air, we’ve got clean covered! ZONO and Breezy Blue help keep Goddard healthy, happy, and full of fun

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Meet Autumn On-Site Owner

Autumn Horell is a passionate advocate for children's health and well-being. As a mother of three, she understands family dynamics deeply. With a degree in Physical Therapy from Mount Aloysius College, she has a strong foundation in promoting wellness. Her experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant at Flagship Rehab in Maryland honed her skills in helping patients achieve their goals. Autumn and her husband, Dave, are thrilled to open a new Goddard School in Estero, Florida. They aim to create a clean, safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. Committed to fostering a love of learning, they support the holistic development of every child. Their combined experience ensures that each child receives the highest quality of care and support on their educational journey while actively engaging with and growing alongside the Estero community.

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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.

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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems
Antimicrobial Treatments
Curis Duo

Custom Key Code Entry
Disinfectant Sprayer
EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Halo
Key Fobs
Non-Biometric Security Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards
Supervised Lobby Entry
Water Filtration System
Zono

Food and Nutrition

Catering
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Child Learning Kitchen
Computers

Dance
Degreed Teachers
Dramatic Arts Space
Handwriting
Imagination Playground
Indoor Gym
Interactive Whiteboard
Learning Technologies
Literacy Nook
Low Ratios
Microscope(s)
Music Appreciation
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Rock Wall
STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Tablets
Tenured Teachers
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The classrooms are very organized and thoughtfully designed for age appropriate learning. The curriculum is challenging (in the best way) but also very fun and interactive. The teachers and staff are kind and knowledgeable and truly care about our family.

Blake 's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

We’ve had such a wonderful experience so far. The owners and staff are professional, kind, and genuinely invested in what they do. In such a short time, we’ve seen Waylon grow emotionally, intellectually, and physically. Every morning when we drop him off, we feel completely confident that he’s in great hands.

Waylon 's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love the level of communication, the staff, the genuine care provided by the staff, and the activities our child engages in while at school.

Anastasia's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The staff is personable and very professional. The school is always clean and the teachers are very passionate and caring.

Mauro's Mother

Preschool Classroom