The Goddard School of
Hillsborough
(27 reviews)
School Phone Number: 908-371-1499
, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 378 South Branch Road, Building 5, Hillsborough, New Jersey 08844
School Highlights
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American Sign Language
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Antimicrobial Treatments
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Basketball Court
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Before and After School
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Before School
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Before School Transportation
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Chess
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Child Learning Kitchen
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Disinfectant Sprayer
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Hillsborough, 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.
Where They Start Matters
We nurture your child’s unique potential by encouraging their natural curiosity so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world.
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.
Leading with Curiosity
The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.
Meet Susan Owner
Susan Hoy, Owner - Although I have a Masters of Business Administration degree and many years’ experience in operations and materials management for major corporations, early childhood was an avocation of mine throughout my professional career. My Bachelor's degree is in English Education from Douglass College of Rutgers University. After exploring many other options, in 1999 I was able to fulfill my dream of opening The Goddard School® located in Hillsborough. I am extremely proud of the contributions we have made to the early childhood experience for so many children in the Hillsborough community. In 2024 I am proud to function as an advisor and business manager as my son Tim and daughter Kate continue to run the day-to-day operations of our school as on-site owners.
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.
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Hillsborough.
Health and Safety
- Antimicrobial Treatments
- Disinfectant Sprayer
- Finger Guards
- Gate Alarm
- Halo
- Parking Lot Bollards
Food and Nutrition
Caring for your child includes ensuring that they're fueled up and ready to learn and play!
Enrichment and Environment
- American Sign Language
- Basketball Court
- Chess
- Child Learning Kitchen
- Handwriting
- Interactive Whiteboard
- Kodo Kids
- Music Appreciation
- Nutrition
- Physical Fitness
- Playground(s)
- Secondary Languages
- Sports & Fitness
- Tablets
- World Cultures
- Yoga & Mindfulness
What Our Goddard Village Is Saying
Incredible staff, clean space, and are there for you in so many ways! They really truly care! A welcoming place where our son is happy to be!
Safe, friendly and consistent environment for kids. Feel well informed about my child's progress.
We love the environment at the school and all the teachers and management are great. Very easy to communicate with the teachers and feel like we are actually being heard.
Wonderful place that shapes young minds! Thoughtfully planned curriculum with tons of fun, teaches great values, caring teachers who go above and beyond, excellent hygiene practices.
We love the Goddard School so much. The teachers are fantastic and the learning atmosphere is exceptional.
Goddard has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment you walk in the door, you can feel how loving, patient, and caring the staff truly are. Every child is known, supported, and celebrated! I highly recommend Goddard!
The Goddard School of Hillsborough has exceeded our expectations in every way. The staff provides a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where our child is growing socially, emotionally, and academically. We’re so grateful for the care and dedication shown by every teacher and administrator.
I give The Goddard School of Hillsborough a 10/10! The staff are incredibly friendly, caring, and attentive. The school is always clean, safe, and welcoming. The quality of learning is excellent, and I can truly see how much my son, Grayson, is thriving there. He gets great attention and is growing in confidence and happiness every day. We’re so grateful to be part of such a wonderful school community!
Preview the Fun
Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Hillsborough.
Care You Can Trust
The Goddard School of Hillsborough 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.
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.
January 2020
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January 2030
NAEYC ACCREDITED
LEVEL 1
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.
September 2021
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October 2026
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR EDUCATION
The Circle of Excellence Award for Education acknowledges Goddard Schools that provide the highest-quality and most consistent educational programs in every classroom. To be considered for the award, each School must earn one of the top two ratings of its state’s licensing program, become accredited by at least one of the four primary accreditors or achieve P21 (Partnership for 21st Century Learning) Exemplar status. Schools that earn this award represent some of the top education programs in our system.
January 2021
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January 2023
P21 EXEMPLAR - PARTNERSHIP FOR 21ST CENTURY SKILLS: A NETWORK OF BATTELLE FOR KIDS
The mission of P21: A Network of Battelle for Kids (BFK) is to serve as a catalyst to position 21st century readiness at the center of American K-12 education by building collaborative partnerships among education, business, community and government leaders. P21, now a network of BFK, will continue to support a vision for learning to ensure 21st century readiness for every student. The Goddard School strives to provide the best possible learning environment, educational framework and professional development opportunities.
January 2020
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January 2022
SECURE EDUCATION CONSULTANTS (SEC)
Secure Education Consultants is a company owned and operated by former US Secret Service Agents designed to help us take our safety and security to the highest level possible. SEC is a group of highly-skilled security and protection experts. The SEC team specializes in analyzing facilities, developing Emergency Preparedness Plans, and preparing faculty and staff to appropriately confront emergencies of all kinds.
January 2020
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January 2022
LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Leadership Award recognizes the top franchisee or franchisees based on their leadership and their mentoring of fellow franchisees. These franchisees demonstrate an unwavering belief in the Goddard system.
January 2017
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January 2018
BEST OF SOMERSET COUNTY READERS' CHOICE - COURIER NEWS
This award recognizes the best in Somerset County as voted by the readers of Courier News.
January 2017
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January 2018
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2016
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January 2018
NATIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Our Goddard School is proud to have a Goddard School Teacher of the Year! Each year, Goddard Systems recognizes outstanding Goddard School teachers for their excellence in early childhood education.
January 2016
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January 2017
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2008
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January 2015
PHILIP SCHUMACHER SCHOLARSHIP
The Philip Schumacher Scholarship was named for the retired President and CEO of Goddard Systems. The scholarship is presented annually to a franchisee who exemplifies managing an outstanding business, commitment to maintaining and improving The Goddard School brand as well as being valued by their community and respected by fellow franchisees for their commitment to quality.
January 2009
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January 2010
DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
The Director of the Year Award is given to a Goddard School director who illustrates educational leadership, is a mentor to other faculty members at the School and helps create an atmosphere that encourages children to experience the most genuine form of learning.
January 2009
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January 2010
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2006
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January 2007
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2003
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January 2005
QUALITY ASSURANCE
The Quality Assurance Award is presented to the Goddard School with the highest average QA score.
January 2000
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January 2001
HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD
The Health & Safety Award honors the top franchisee or franchisees who have gone above and beyond to provide the highest health and safety standards for the children.
January 2000
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January 2001
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