The Goddard School of

Cornelius

704-894-0454
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
18110 Manhatten Parkway, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031

School Highlights

Halo
Summer Camp
After School Transportation
Catering
Chess
Playground(s)
Hand Scanner
Nutrition
Physical Fitness

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Cornelius, 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 Brian Owner

Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Rockhurst University and a Master of Business Administration from The Olin School of Business at Washington University. In careers prior to operating The Goddard School of Lake Norman, Brian SCUBA dived for mussels as an environmental consultant, worked as a chemist in the pharmaceutical industry, and worked on Wall Street covering pharmaceutical companies. Brian enjoys greeting families each morning as they arrive at the school and is the proud father of a Goddard School of lake Norman graduate.

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

The BEST Preschool in our area. Our kids love going to school everyday!

Coleman & Miles's Mother

Preschool Classroom

They fully prepare my children for kindergarten and it is done in a fun & loving way

Lila & Avery's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Great teachers and administration. My kids love it!

Davis & Sawyer's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The staff,environment, and curriculum are second to none. The socialization component of Goddard is very important to my child's development.

Lindsey's Father

Toddler Classroom

The recognized growth I seen in my child on a daily basis. The fact that he loves his teachers. The special holiday events the school has provided this year.

Jamison's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The teachers and the curriculum are what I like the most. Teachers seem very in tune to each individual child and their unique needs

Dylan & Gavyn's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Halo

Hand Scanner

Food and Nutrition

Catering

Enrichment and Environment

Chess

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Rock Wall

Secondary Languages

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 6

Donuts with Santa

9 AM - 12 PM
December 8

Teacher Secret Santa Week

All Day
December 12

Staff Holiday Party

7 - 11 PM
December 15

Holiday Spirit Week

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.

NORMY WINNER - LAKE NORMAN PUBLICATIONS

This award recognizes the best in the Huntersville, Cornelius, Mooresville and eastern Lincoln County areas as voted on by the readers of Lake Norman Publications.

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Discover what makes Goddard extraordinary.