The Goddard School of

Norwood

201-750-2200
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
15 Brook Street, Norwood, New Jersey 07648

School Highlights

Outdoor Classroom
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Basketball Court
Catering
Chess
Interactive Whiteboard
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Halo

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Norwood, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. For over 20 years, our preschool has been a trusted part of the community, devoted to supporting the growth and well-being of our students while inspiring a lifelong love of learning. Guided by The Wonder of Learning, we provide a caring and engaging environment where children thrive through hands-on exploration and discovery. Our mission is to nurture curiosity and foster growth, ensuring every child feels valued and supported.

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 Anthony On-Site Owner

Proudly serving the Norwood community for 20 years, as a father of three wonderful daughters, Mr. Anthony understands the importance of providing a nurturing, safe, and fun environment for children. His own daughters are his inspiration, which led him to open the Goddard School in Norwood, NJ. He is passionate about creating a place where children not only feel secure, but also develop a lifelong love of learning. Every morning, Mr. Anthony is there to personally greet each child and parent, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere from the moment you walk through our doors. Many of the children love to end their day by giving him a “high-five,” a testament to the strong, positive relationships he builds with each child. Mr. Anthony is CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring your child's safety is always his top priority. His commitment to fostering a positive, engaging environment makes him a key part of what makes the Goddard School in Norwood so special.

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 Goddard School in Norwood is absolutely the best! The teachers and administration go above and beyond for the children and families.

Emilia & Alexander & Aiden's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Caring, patient, creative, attentive, and flexible staff always looking to improve my child’s experience.

Luca & Zachary's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We love all the teachers, they provide so much love, kindness and structure for our girls. The school is run extremely well organized and there’s great communication.

Alexandra & Mackenzie & Michaela & Gabriella's Mother

Infant Classroom

Loving the new class, love Ms Maria. Goddard is filled with warmth and creates a unique family feel.

Alan & Daniel 's Mother

Junior-K Classroom

I love how caring and nurturing all the staff are! And I also appreciate the open communication and the Tadpoles app with the frequent pictures. The biggest reason we chose Goddard was because of the focus on academic and social development. I truly appreciate that the students are engaged for the duration of their day there!

Grace & Catherine & Ellie's Mother

Bridge Classroom

Amazing staff who care! I like the fact that Anthony reinvests in the school as well as his employees.

Hannah's Father

Summer Program

I like it that it’s a close knit community. Teachers and staff are always communicating with the child’s parents. Classrooms are structured. Overall, my child is happy and learning everyday.

Emily's Mother

Junior-K Classroom

The teachers are talented, engaging and patient with the kids, the facilities are top notch and the curriculum is great and age-appropriate.

Liliana & Emilia's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Custom Key Code Entry

Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Outdoor Security Cameras

Food and Nutrition

Catering

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Order Food

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Basketball Court

Chess

Computers

Dance

Engineering

Full-Service Kitchen

Handwriting

Imagination Playground

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

November 17

Charting: Ways to care for our environment

All Day
November 18

Picture Day Infants, Toddler 1 & 2, Twos

8 AM - 1 PM
November 19

Picture Day Bridge 1 & 2, Preschool 1

8 AM - 1 PM
November 20

Picture Day Preschool 2, Pre-K 1 & 2

8 AM - 1 PM

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.

HUMANITARIAN AWARD

The Humanitarian Award honors a School that ‘does well by doing good.’ This award is given to the school that has demonstrated selfless devotion to serving those in need and demonstrates a commitment to community outreach. This award recognizes the life-enriching programs the School has participated in and positive contributions the School has made through community outreach endeavors.

January 2018 - January 2019

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE

The Outstanding Customer Service Award is determined through Mystery Callers, Mystery Shoppers, Parent Surveys and Parent Concern Calls.

January 2005 - January 2006

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