The Goddard School of

Apex - Green Level West

4.6 (28 reviews)

School Phone Number: 919-258-2000

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

School Address: 3701 Green Level West Road, Apex, North Carolina 27523

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School Highlights

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Outdoor Classroom
American Sign Language
Secondary Languages
Yoga & Mindfulness
Halo
Parking Lot Bollards
Dance
Degreed Teachers
Finger Guards

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Apex - Green Level West, 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.

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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 Frank School Owners

Lisa and Frank Cariello are the on-site owners of The Goddard School of Apex on Green Level West Road (an extension of High House Road). We are proud to be part of the Apex and West Cary area. We have been on-site owners of The Goddard School for the past twenty years. Lisa holds a BS degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois and spent 16 years as a research and project engineer. Frank is a Meteorologist with a BS degree from Northern Illinois University. He spent 20 years on-air in both television and radio. Arriving in Cary, NC in 2002, we had three children in care at The Goddard School. We understand the peace of mind that a secure, friendly center with great early childhood experiences can bring a family. We opened our first center in 2005 in Apex. While our boys have moved on, we look forward to continuing to bring the Goddard experience to families in Apex and Cary.

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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 - 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.

Summer at Goddard

Summer at Goddard is all about capturing the carefree feeling of the season. Your child will learn, play and grow in a safe, familiar environment with expert teachers guiding them as they explore, make friends and build confidence.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Apex - Green Level West.

Health and Safety

Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Halo

Iris Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Dance
Degreed Teachers

Indoor Gym
Learning Technologies
Music Appreciation
Outdoor Classroom
Physical Fitness
Secondary Languages
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The owners are involved, the teachers are attentive, kind and put parents at ease. There are great enrichment programs like Spanish, dance, karate and different visitors. The school itself is well maintained.

Emilia & Stella's Mother

Preschool Classroom

My children love it there and love the staff. I also like the level of community events / parties / parents night out.

Caleb & Colby's Father

Twos Classroom

We trust them and the provide an excellent environment for learning and growth.

David & Luke's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Super teachers nice staff, cleanliness 100 percent and great ambiance!

Ekansh's Mother

Bridge Classroom

We love Goddard and all our teachers who take care of our girls so well!!

Anantha & Madhavi's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The staff and the administration team are professional and overall fantastic. My two daughters have excelled at this school.

Nova & Brooklynn's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The staff is exceptional, the owners are consistently present and engaged, and the facility is always clean, safe, and well maintained. It truly feels like a place where children are cared for and supported every day

Leo & Baby's Father

Infant Classroom

Great communication, excellent curriculum, kind and engaged teachers, fun!

Caleb & Colby's Mother

Twos Classroom

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Apex - Green Level West.

Upcoming Events

April 2

Soccer Shots

3 - 5 PM
April 3

Spring Break

All Day
April 5

Easter Sunday

All Day
April 6

Starpath Dance Academy

9 - 11 AM

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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.

July 2025

NORTH CAROLINA RATED

Level 5

The North Carolina Division of Child Development (DCD) issues star rated licenses to all eligible childcare centers. Facilities can receive one to five stars. A rating of one star means that a childcare program meets North Carolina’s minimum licensing standards for childcare. Programs that choose to voluntarily meet higher standards can apply for a two to five star license. The star rating scores in two quality components - Staff Education and Program Standards.

CHILD CARE AWARE®

Child Care Aware is the nation's most respected hub of information for parents and child care providers. A program of Child Care Aware of America, Child Care Aware helps families learn more about the elements of quality child care and how to locate programs in their communities. Child Care Aware also provides child care providers with access to resources for their child care programs.

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