The Goddard School of

Freehold

732-431-2555
6:30 am - 5:30 pm
230 Schanck Road, Freehold, New Jersey 07728

School Highlights

After School
Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
American Sign Language
Art History
Before School
Catering
Chess
Computers

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Freehold, 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 John Owner

I am the onsite owner of the Goddard School of Freehold. I have studied Business Law and come to Goddard with experience in management at FedEx. I have gained my love of Goddard through my years as a student at the Goddard School Toms River and working every weekend maintaining the school and learning all aspects of the business. I thank you for putting your trust in our school.

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

Before and After School

Make busy mornings and afternoon commutes a little easier with our before- and after-school program!
Special Programs

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

Learn More & Tour

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The staff is friendly and caring. They provide a safe and fun learning experience for young learners.

Hunter & Samantha's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love Goddard! Our son is old enough for kindergarten, yet we chose to stay another year. The friendly staff, fun activities, and educational gains are priceless. We are excited to see how he continues to grow over the next year.

Dominic's Mother

Kindergarten Classroom

We continue to appreciate how special Goddard is! Our son just loves his teachers and really enjoys going to school. The activities he does every day are fun and educational. I love the attention to detail from management to make sure everyone sticks to their high standards such as labeling items, making sure everyone has had a flu shot, and changing the security code frequently. Thank you for all that you do for our children!

Jacob & Cameron's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Goddard's high educational standards blended with the small business vibe from the wonderful owner and director of the Freehold location!

Zoe's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The goddard school in freehold fees like an extension of family members (the administration and teachers) who truly care for and educate our children. We can feel how much love and care our children receive everyday when they come home.

Lillian & Annabelle's Father

Kindergarten Classroom

Both of my children attended the Goddard School and we couldn’t have been happier! They loved going to school and I loved knowing they were in a caring environment. Developmentally appropriate activities were provided and play was used as the main method of instruction. My kids were so excited for learning and that carried over in to their elementary school experiences.

Nathan & Jacob's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Goddard is the best choice parents can make for their child. My son has been to a few other daycares in the area and they do not compare. My son is challenged daily and has learned a tremendous amount. He is happy and loves going to school and every teacher. I am also highly impressed with Heidi, the owner, who takes the time to learn not only every child's name but also every parent's name. Goddard makes you feel like family and it's worth every cent.

Jameson's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Staff extremely professional and dedicated; caring teachers with a comfortable environment for our child. Couldn't be happier with the Goddard School and have recommended plenty of families to have the same experience as us!

Brayden's Mother

Toddler Classroom