Skokie (Evanston/ Wilmette) 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.

  • Austin absolutely loves his teachers in Sea Lions. He has learned so much academically and socially and he’s only been there 7 months. My husband and I can’t wait to see him continue to grow and go to the other classrooms with the rest of the fantastic teachers at Goddard!

    Austin's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • I would recommend Goddard Skokie (Evanston/Wilmette) to anyone in a heartbeat. The teachers and staff are incredible and feel like family. Every time our son transitions to a new room, we are sad to say goodbye to the teachers because they have become such an important part of our world. They create a space that is nurturing, fun, educational and safe. This place is magical and our son is so lucky to be a part of this community.

    Abraham Abe's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We absolutely love, love, love Goddard! They’ve been attentive to all our children’s needs and feedback. The teachers have been great in making sure our kids are ready for kindergarten. I can’t say enough great things about Goddard- Skokie.

    Xavier & Owen's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Great teachers, wonderful environment of learning , and fun. The staff top to bottom works hard to make sure everything is perfect for the kids.

    Calder & Cooke's Father

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Vibrant curriculum, teachers who are engaged from drop off to pickup, and the care the school administration puts into the small details. We've actually recommended Goddard to a student who is starting this fall!

    Joshua's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Great teachers, caring environment

    Charlie & Francie's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Great teachers and curriculum Fun activities for kids - love summer camp for kids so it doesn’t feel like school

    Olivia Livy & Baby's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Teachers and staff are amazing. Real care for my child's emotional and social wellbeing. We are sad to be wrapping up our time with the Goddard School.

    Francis's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • I love Goddard. My daughter is safe, happy, entertained, and educated throughout the day!

    John & Louie & Laura's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The warmth of the staff and teachers, the joy in the classroom, the varied projects the kids participate in, and the school events!

    Penn's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The facility is beautiful, inviting, and clean. The staff is welcoming, warm, and the teachers are deeply caring and nurturing. Great communication, and community-building activities.

    Poppy & Curtis's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • My boy’s teachers are an extended family of ours. They care, nurture, and guide them with genuine interest.

    Elon & Landon's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • My daughter, 11 months, LOVES her teachers. Drop off is rarely a problem and if I have to pick her up early, she doesn't even want to go with me - she wants to stay with her teachers! (Sea Lions!)

    Cora & Poppy's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • This school is incredible, no other word for it! Everyone that works there care so much about the kids and their families. My girls have learned so much from all their teachers over the last 3 years. I am so thankful to be part of the Goddard family. Thank you!

    Morgan & Rory's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Teachers are incredible, admin staff is friendly personal and responsive, can see tangible improvements in child’s learning and development.

    James & Eleanor's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • We absolutely love Goddard! All of the teachers and staff are kind, loving, and understanding of all the developmental milestones for each age. We have been lucky enough to have our children experience the happy and nurturing environment that Goddard provides. We are so thankful for you all :)

    Will & Molly's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The staff and teachers are clearly so caring of my children, encouraging of them, and passionate about fostering their social/emotional/intellectual growth. I can tell every teacher has gotten to know my children well. Also, all staff communicates regularly and clearly so I know what my kids' day-to-days are. Finally, the staff has been so supportive to us as parents when troubleshooting certain behaviors like tantrums or difficulty entering the classroom in the morning.

    Rory & Liam's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Great teachers/ caring staff with a modern mindset to teaching. Quality of education provided and fun enrichment activities brought to school/ camp for the kids.

    Francis's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The administration is wonderful and the school is well-run. The teachers are caring and take time to individualize learning for each child. The facilities are great. Our daughter comes home each day happy and telling us all about the things she did with her teachers and friends.

    Lily & Aaron's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • We love the Goddard school and the community around it. We know that our son is in the best hands possible and we see him growing and learning every day!

    Abraham Abe's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Administrative staff and teachers are warm and caring, get to know my children, and clearly communicate with us as parents. COVID precautions have been stellar. To boot, the actual facilities are wonderful. I only feel good when I send my children to Goddard in Skokie and my confidence is reinforced by my kids' excitement to return to Goddard the next day to see their friends and teachers.

    Rory & Liam's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Our boys Yoni and Jonah absolutely love coming to school! The teachers are always so welcoming and warm! With one child on their way to Kindergarten and another just starting in Sea Lions its been an incredible journey watching Jonah grow the past five years, and we cannot wait to see Yoni do the same. Thank you guys so very much! We appreciate you more than you know.

    Jonah & Yonatan Yoni's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • The whole child approach to learning is appreciated. While we feel confident that our children will be more than prepared for the academics of kindergarten, they will also be prepared social-emotionally to advocate for themselves and others.

    Samaya & Kai's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Goddard - Skokie has been a great experience so far! The teachers in both the 2 year old classroom and the toddler classrooms have been comforting, engaging and great at communicating with us! Our boys feel good about going to school everyday which makes all the difference!

    Xavier & Owen's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The way you all handled COVID should be a model for all daycare facilities. Truly well done and many, many thank you's!

    Marlowe's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • The teachers’ attention to detail, the well thought out, well executed, and age appropriate curriculum. Elon comes home so tired from all the learning and fun! He loves Goddard so much!

    Elon's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Elliott has learned so much, both academically and socially. All the teachers and staff care for him so well.

    Elliott & Nina's Father

    Infant Classroom

  • -Great communication and professionalism from everyone. -Caring, enthusiastic and engaged teachers who are accessible to us if we have questions/concerns. -Daily report is helpful and fun to see what they are doing each day. -Educational curriculum through play is great! - Very pleases overall :)

    Harris's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We love how thoughtful and concerned the administration is. The teachers are excellent. Grateful for this opportunity for our kids to learn in such a supportive environment!

    Abigail (Abby) & Raphael (Rafi)'s Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Incredible job in typical times and over the moon job during the pandemic. Your communication has been impeccable and we can feel your compassion and care in addition to clear and consistent management. Thank you.

    Benjamin '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

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.

February 2024 - February 2025

NAEYC ACCREDITED

LEVEL 1

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.

August 2019 - August 2024

READER'S CHOICE - DAILY HERALD

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

January 2019 - 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

CHOICE AWARDS - NORTH SHORE NEWS

This award recognizes the best of the North Shore as voted by the readers of the North Shore News.

January 2020 - January 2021

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 2017 - January 2018
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