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The Goddard School of Springfield

School Address: 3411 Hedley Road
, Springfield, Illinois 62711
School Phone Number: 217-210-4545 , School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Kick off Teacher Appreciation Week with this message from our Chairman and CEO, Dennis R. Maple.

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Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Springfield is more than a warm and nurturing place. It's more than a great education for your child. It's peace of mind.

Meet Brenda

Meet Brenda

Director of Operations
Miss Brenda currently resides in Auburn, Illinois with her 3 children and husband. Brenda grew up in Springfield and graduated from Southeast High School. She got her bachelor's degree from SIUE where she majored in elementary education. Brenda has been working in the early childhood field off and on for 15 years. During this time, she gained 2 years of experience as a director at a childcare facility. Brenda is excited to join the Goddard family because she loves making community connections and differences in the lives of young children.
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    Our School

    Welcome! We’re committed to your child’s health, safety and education, which is why we provide children with safe and healthy learning environments at our School.

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    Faculty

    Our teachers blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care.

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    Summer Camp with Goddard

    Our summer program is all about exciting outdoor adventures, child-led discovery and fun learning experiences!

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    Reviews & Recognition

    We greatly value feedback we receive from parents and our communities, and are proud to share these publicly.

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Something Fun Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events

  • June 2 Popcorn Day 1 - 2 PM
  • July 4 July 4th
  • July 7 Popcorn Day 1 - 2 PM
  • August 4 Popcorn Day 1 - 2 PM
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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All of the teachers, staff, directors and owner have been outstanding! Our daughter loves going to school and has learned so much.
Kassidy's Mother
Toddler Classroom
Ivy’s teachers truly care about her and love her. Every single staff member is so sincerely kind and competent. I don’t worry about Ivy while she’s at Goddard. I know she is in the best hands. It’s also so fun that she lights up when she sees the staff during drop off. It’s so clear she loves spending her day at Goddard!
Ivy's Mother
Infant Classroom
The health and safety is outstanding and a priceless characteristic. However, the curriculum and methods of implementation are outstanding as well. We have been with Goddard for just over a month, and my child is more engaged than I have ever seen her, excited about school and thriving!
Jewel's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
We love that Goddard is so family orientated! Every employee is dedicated to the education of our children and you can see that daily!
Lenox & Lumen's Mother
Toddler Classroom

It's Their Time to Thrive!

This year is your child’s time to thrive! Find out how The Goddard School sets your child up for success, so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world around them. 

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What Teachers Mean to Me

Every member of the Goddard faculty has special, often extraordinary, gifts they share with their students. When a child comes home happy and can't wait to see their teacher the next day, tell us about it. Take this moment to celebrate your child's teachers!

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LEARNING YOUR CHILD LOVES

We work tirelessly to ensure children thrive in a healthy, safe and warm environment. Within this secure and nurturing environment, children can discover their unique gifts.

Our programs go beyond academics and help children develop important social-emotional skills like kindness, empathy, responsible decision making and more.  

The F.L.EX.® Learning framework is designed to provide a well-rounded learning experience in a safe, nurturing environment to help prepare children for school, careers and life. 

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