The Goddard School of

Ponte Vedra Beach

904-373-6600
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
45 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Art History
Basketball Court
Before School
Before School Transportation
Chess
Computers

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Ponte Vedra Beach, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. Our Vision is to be the premiere preschool in the Ponte Vedra Beach community where all children feel loved, respected and encouraged to develop to their fullest potential. We recognize that each child is unique and that positive early childhood experiences set the foundational building blocks for a child's overall development in school and in life.

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 Elizabeth Owner

Liz Scott is the On-site Owner of the school. She has a Bachelor's Degree from Georgia Tech and an MBA in Real Estate & Corporate Finance from Georgia State University. She and her family have lived in Ponte Vedra Beach for a decade after moving to the area from Atlanta. Their love for the community lead them to opening the Goddard School of Ponte Vedra Beach in June 2016. Liz and her husband, Trey, have three children, a son and twin daughters. As a family they love to travel to new places, enjoy time on the beach and watching their children discover new hobbies! "I am honored to be a part of such a high quality pre-school program in the Ponte Vedra community. St. John's County is an amazing place to live and raise a family and I am honored to be a part of a program that helps shape the early childhood development for so many children in this community where children can grow and develop a lifelong love of learning." -Liz Scott

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

Henry is enjoying coming to school. He likes his teachers and friends. He has already learned to clap and crawl on his knees after a few days.

Henry & Baby 's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The teachers and staff are so caring, I like the curriculum, and I love the safety features.

Oliver & Tanner's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Safe environment, incredible learning, the teachers and staff are absolutely amazing!

Honan's Mother

Goddard Graduate

The teachers and staff are outstanding. My daughter feels loved. She is thriving with activities, education and play.

Sophia & Emma's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love the teachers and atmosphere! The building itself is so nice and new and clean. We like the varied topics covered in the curriculum. The activities available, both included as well as supplemental are great!

Aubrey & Blakely's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Admin and faculty are caring professionals. Program is top notch. My son has shown signs of educational growth in the first month of enrollment.

Owen & Brigid's Father

Pre-K Classroom

We love the community feeling and all the love shown to our daughter by the teachers and staff.

Savannah's Mother

Toddler Classroom

I like the organization, cleanliness, and feedback via tadpoles and email that we receive. The staff is friendly and great with the children. The leadership is organized and structured. This is a great environment for our children. Thank you and keep up the great work.

Amelia & Ashton's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Outdoor Security Cameras

Parking Lot Bollards

Water Filtration System

Zono

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

Art History

Basketball Court

Chess

Computers

Dance

Digital Cameras

Engineering

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Robotics

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

November 17

Little Dancing Stars

3 - 4 PM
November 18

4 The Kids Basketball

9 - 9:55 AM
November 18

Techie Kids Club

2:30 - 4:30 PM
November 19

Playball

9 - 10 AM

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.

GREEN APPLE ACCREDITATION OF CHILDREN’S SERVICES

Green Apple Accreditation of Children’s Services acknowledges premiere childhood education centers. This accreditation is awarded to schools with a high level of care and a curriculum that exceeds the state’s requirements.

August 2022 - August 2027

BEST OF THE BEST - PONTE VEDRA RECORDER

This award recognizes the best daycare as voted on by readers of the Ponte Vedra Recorder.

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 2016 - January 2017

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