The Goddard School of

Meridian

208-427-8800
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
2009 S. Wells Avenue, Meridian, Idaho 83642

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Sports & Fitness
American Sign Language
Chess
Iris Scanner
Indoor Gym
Gate Alarm
Finger Guards
Water Filtration System
Robotics

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Meridian, 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 Rick Owner

Mr. Rick is the proud Owner of The Goddard School of Meridian and brings both personal and professional passion to his role in early childhood education. His journey with Goddard began when his own son attended a Goddard School in Texas, where he experienced firsthand the powerful impact a nurturing, high-quality early learning environment can have on a child’s development. Inspired by this experience, Mr. Rick opened the Meridian location with a mission to foster a love of learning in every child who walks through the doors. Rick holds a Bachelor's degree in Small Business from Mount Royal University and brings a strong foundation in leadership, community engagement, and educational support to his work. Outside of the school, he enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, and adventuring with his dog Yogi. Mr. Rick has completed a background check through Idaho’s Department of Health and Welfare and is CPR and First Aid Certified.

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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

Special Programs

We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.
Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Lennon has had the best growing experience since starting. The staff is absolutely amazing. Even in her rough times, everyone chips in to make her comfortable.

Lennon & Baby's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The Goddard school is absolutely the best preschool. We could not have asked for a better environment for our daughter. All the teachers and staff are highly educated and caring which leads to amazing education and safe practices. The facility is great: very clean, every classroom has plenty of natural light and ability to open tywindows to ventilate rooms. The 2 playgrounds for different age groups have safe equipment with shades and plenty of space for the kids to roam.

Kate's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

- staff is of the highest quality - secure building - quality of what is taught

Willa & Bodhi's Mother

Toddler Classroom

I have 3 kids all in different classes that have a wonderful time at school! They are bummed when it is not a school day! The ownership and administrative team is fantastic!!! Amazing communication and so flexible and easy to work with

Emerson & Paxton & Holbrook's Mother

Toddler Classroom

It is always very evident that the staff is dedicated to the children's progression.

Emma & Alli's Father

Twos Classroom

The facility is super clean and organized, but the teachers is what makes this place special. We can't thank you enough for all that you do for the kids!

Samira & Amir's Mother

Goddard Graduate

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Purifying System

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Iris Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Parking Lot Bollards

Supervised Lobby Entry

Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Chess

Computers

Engineering

Handwriting

Indoor Gym

Low Ratios

Microscope(s)

Music Appreciation

Playground(s)

Robotics

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tenured Teachers

Wonder of Learning®

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 15

Spirit week!

All Day
December 16

Spirit week!

All Day
December 16

Holidays Around the World concert

All Day
December 17

Spirit week!

All Day

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.

COGNIA® ACCREDITED

Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.

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