Elgin Reviews & Recognition

The love and commitment of our Goddard families inspires us every day. To help make each child’s learning experiences the best they can be, we are always happy to listen when parents share their expectations. Here’s what our families have to say.

  • The reason for giving a score of 10 is due to the exceptional quality of their educational programs, dedicated staff, and the positive impact they have on the children in their care. We were thoroughly impressed with their commitment to creating a nurturing and stimulating environment that promotes both academic and social development.

    Aiden & Sonny's Foster Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Goddard is the best decision we ever made for our kids! We LOVE it there. The staff are all so warm and welcoming, and always so happy. We love sending our kids there!!!

    Scarlett & Kellan & Kiernan's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • All of the teachers are so loving towards their students and are dedicated to making sure all of the children feel safe, comfortable and are learning.

    Nathan & Ava's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We love the teachers and the staff and everything they do for the kids

    Jackson & Olivia's Mother

    Kindergarten Classroom

  • I love Goddard Elgin! I have recommended to all my friends with kids - the teachers, the owners, the atmosphere. Their top priority is making the kids feel safe and cared for. My son has excelled and has learned so much academically and emotionally. The best decision we've made for our son's early years to date.

    Beau & Jude's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • The teachers and staff all take great care of my children. Whenever I’m in there, everyone knows all the kids and greets them by name. My kids love attending Goddard School and speak highly of their teachers. My son even said he wants to work at Goddard when he’s older. The facility is clean, and the kids learn so much from the curriculum. It's a place I feel safe and happy sending my kids.

    Ronan & Kit's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Curriculum and People - we love the team and the school!

    James's Mother

    Junior-K Classroom

  • It’s been a wonderful experience from day 1. Our child has learnt a lot of skills all thanks to the school. We are always worry free when we drop off our child at school knowing he will have the best day there.

    Avik's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • Everyone is so involved and are the nicest! My wife and I were so nervous about sending our daughter here, but they did a phenomenal job easing our fears and showing they care for her as if she were family.

    Sam & Grace's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • We are very happy with the teachers and the positive experiences our child has.

    Austin's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We LOVE Goddard. The owners and teachers all have a passion for kids and families. They are each excited to greet the kids and spend the day with them and look for new ways to play and educate each day. We appreciate the growth our kids have shown while attending Goddard. Our four year old loves to imitate her teachers teaching style and it really highlights how great she is with them.

    Gwendolyn & Penelope's Mother

    Goddard Graduate

  • It is a wonderful atmosphere and we love watching our daughter grow and develop. They have great teachers and excellent staff.

    Charlotte's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • So friendly and caring! They have great extracurriculars to keep every day fun and you can tell how much they love what they do.

    Nora & Genevieve's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The staff is amazing. It is a personable atmosphere and the staff genuinely cares about your family and your children. I could not speak highly enough how impressed and amazed we are by their staff and the organization.

    Kylie's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • The teachers and staff have been very loving and supportive. Both my kids have thrived and have loved their experience at Goddard.

    Kashyap & Juhi's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • They are dedicated to children's learning and safety, and don't compromise on either. The teachers, owners, and all staff are loving and caring. They are constantly reevaluating what they do to ensure a fun and engaging learning environment. We could not recommend them higher!

    August & Silas's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

HUMANITARIAN AWARD

The Humanitarian Award honors a School that ‘does well by doing good.’ This award is given to the school that has demonstrated selfless devotion to serving those in need and demonstrates a commitment to community outreach. This award recognizes the life-enriching programs the School has participated in and positive contributions the School has made through community outreach endeavors.

February 2024 - February 2025

READER'S CHOICE - DAILY HERALD

This award recognizes the best in the Chicagoland area as voted by the readers of the Daily Herald.

January 2017 - January 2023

BERNIE’S BOOK BANK

Bernie’s Book Bank collects, processes and distributes quality new and gently used children’s books to significantly increase book ownership among at-risk infants, toddlers and school-age children throughout Chicagoland.

January 2017 - January 2023

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.

January 2016 - January 2017

MARKET OF EXCELLENCE

The Market of Excellence Award is presented annually and acknowledges a market that has demonstrated the best collaborative effort in representing The Goddard School in their community.

January 2014 - January 2015

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.

January 2010 - January 2015

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 2012 - January 2013
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