The Goddard School of

Cary

919-466-0008
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
1177 NW Maynard Road, Cary, North Carolina 27513

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Sports & Fitness
Custom Key Code Entry
Disinfectant Sprayer
Finger Guards
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Gate Alarm
Halo

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Cary, 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.

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 Lea On-Site Owner

As a mother of two my choices are very personal. Both of my daughters have graduated from Goddard and are now in school. There's an amazing amount of trust extended when you choose a school, and I am passionate about the quality of the experience your child receives. I constantly verify that the teachers attitudes and skills exceed your expectations. We are your child's first school and set the tone for their future love of learning, and take that quest personally. Lea has a BA of Fine Arts degree from UNC-Charlotte and received her Director Level 3 Certification in Early Childhood shortly after. Lea has been involved in Early Childhood Education since 2000, both as a Teacher and Director. Lea has owned the Goddard School in Cary since 2016.

Meet The Team

Discover Our Classrooms

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.

Additional Programs Offered

Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!
Special Programs

We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

We simply can’t put into words how thankful we are for the care and attention each teacher and director has given our daughters.

Reece & Emma's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

When looking for an infant school it’s so scary, but Ms. Dimpy is heaven sent. She makes us feel so comfortable.

Luca Benjamin 's Mother

Infant Classroom

This school is excellent when it comes to taking care of each child. Staffs who work here are awesome. They go Above and Beyond what is expected out of them during these covid times. I absolutely recommend this place.

Rudran parvath's Father

Preschool Classroom

Clear communication, friendly staffs, awesome teachers!

Claire's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Great school - great teachers and environment!

Ada & Lev's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The staff at Goddard are beyond top notch. Educated, caring, kind and respectful! I've had terrible experiences with other providers in the past. It warms my soul to know they are in good hands!

Finley & Farrah's Mother

Toddler Classroom

I believe that a daycare is only as good as its director, and we love Leah. By proxy, we love the teachers she has hired to care for our children. Leah genuinely cares about all of the children in her school, and I can tell that she works hard to find loving and fun teachers to work alongside her. As a side note, I am also the healthiest I have been in years. A good daycare with a good hygiene protocol makes a world of difference!

Theodore & Daphne & Henry's Mother

Toddler Classroom

I really appreciate that the teachers are so hands on with the children. The structure that they instill to their everyday class time is just what my daughter needs. Everyone is kind and professional. The schools is clean and well kept. My daughter is very happy and learning so much! We are happy to be apart of the Goddard family!!

Emerson Ivy's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Custom Key Code Entry

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Outdoor Security Cameras

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

On-Site Cook

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Handwriting

Music Appreciation

Outdoor Classroom

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tenured Teachers

Wonder of Learning®

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 5

Holiday Show

5:30 - 6:30 PM
December 8

STEAM challenge Build a vehicle

All Day
December 12

Parents Night Out

6 - 9 PM
December 15

Hanukkah Celebration

All Day

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.

NORTH CAROLINA RATED

5 STAR

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.

January 2017 - December 2022

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