The Goddard School of

Medina

5.0 (41 reviews)

School Phone Number: 763-392-5260

, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

School Address: 345 Clydesdale Trail, Medina, Minnesota 55340

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School Highlights

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Catering
Finger Guards
Flexible Lunch Options
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Gate Alarm
Halo
Indoor Gym
Non-Biometric Security Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Medina, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. Welcome to The Goddard School of Medina! We are right on the border of Medina and Plymouth on Highway 55 and County Road 101, next to Target. We are a premium, private preschool offering high-quality childcare for infants through pre-k in a safe, clean, and nurturing environment. Our inquiry-based curriculum supports creativity, confidence, and whole-child development. Schedule a tour today and discover the Goddard difference for your family.

Goddard Great Start Scholarship

We believe children deserve the greatest start so they can become the best versions of themselves. The Goddard Great Start Scholarship offers an opportunity for two families, one new and one existing, to receive a full year of tuition! Applications close May 1, 2026.

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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.

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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 Lisa and Aaron Owners

Lisa and Aaron are thrilled to be able to provide The Goddard School’s outstanding educational program to the children and families of the Medina community. Their vision for opening a Goddard started with a desire to not only provide children with a consistent, nurturing, and top notch early educational experience but also to provide families with a joyful and meaningful experience for their family’s early childhood years. Lisa and Aaron also aim to be the best for their team by focusing on hiring only the best early childhood educators and investing in their development and engagement, ultimately, creating a great culture and environment for staff, children, and families!

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Classrooms & Programs

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 - 16 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

16 - 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.

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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Medina.

Health and Safety

Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Halo

Non-Biometric Security Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Supervised Lobby Entry

Food and Nutrition

Catering
Flexible Lunch Options
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

Indoor Gym
Playground(s)
Tenured Teachers

Wonder of Learning®

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

We have been very impressed with the daily activities and overall organization of the school. My daughter is excited to come every day because you do such a great job at keeping the kids active and keeping them entertained with new activities. My daughter has only been here 1 month, and we have noticed a tremendous difference in her speech, vocabulary and overall happiness.

Meadow's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Goddard is amazing in every way!

Rowan & Russell's Father

Toddler Classroom

We feel our children are safe due to jess, Sam, and Lisa. Very warm and comforting.

Ainsley & Millie & Baby's Father

Toddler Classroom

Great attention for curriculum. Commitment to my child’s specific engagement style and nutrition needs.

Jakob's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The entire team there is fantastic! From the teachers, to the directors, to the owners, everyone is so kind and genuine. It actually feels like family for us. We have close relationships with almost everyone there. Our kids have grown to be amazing human beings that’s to their guidance. We absolutely love it there!

RJ & Arlo's Father

Pre-K Classroom

10/10 Fantastic teachers and staff at Goddard Medina, clean and high quality environment, fun events and curriculum, excellent communication and onboarding, etc. Best daycare!

Eliana & Easton's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Medina Goddard has been a wonderful place for our kids. They treat our kids so well and they love all their teachers. They care and always have the best interest for my children.

Harrison & Sullivan's Father

Preschool Classroom

I love Goddard! I've recommended the school to several of my neighbors and friends! My daughter has learned so much and comes home knowing new words and songs. The school district visits my daughter in Goddard to review her development and has been blown away at the caliber of the teachers and the curriculum. They've stated that Goddard is one of the best daycare's they have been at (and they've been to many!). Thank you!

Sienna's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Preview the Fun

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Upcoming Events

April 30

Hat day

All Day
May 4

Spring colors

All Day
May 6

Costume Kim

10:30 AM - 12 PM
May 8

Muffins with Mom

3:30 - 8:30 PM

Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School of Medina 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.

PARENT AWARE

4 Star

As a Parent Aware program, we complete additional training beyond basic licensing requirements. Programs can earn up to a four-star rating based on the use of research-based practices, helping families easily see the quality of care we provide.

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