The Goddard School of

Pittsford - Bushnell's Basin

4.9 (58 reviews)

School Phone Number: 585-381-0160

, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

School Address: 131 Sully's Trail, Pittsford, New York 14534

School Highlights

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American Sign Language
Biometric Entry Device
Dance
Degreed Teachers
Finger Guards
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Gate Alarm
Handwriting
Music Appreciation

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Pittsford - Bushnell's Basin, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. IMAGINE A SAFE, CONVENIENT, ALLERGY-SENSITIVE CHILDCARE CENTER with a skilled, nurturing faculty and STEAM-rich, inquiry-based curricula to engage your child's unique interests and potential. A place so clean it’s endorsed by the American Lung Association! INTERESTED? We enroll children year ‘round in our Infant through Pre-K programs. WANT TO LEARN MORE? Call 585-381-0160 or email PittsfordNY@GoddardSchools.com to book a tour. We look forward to seeing you. YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Encouraging Young Learners by Leading with Curiosity & STEAM

The Goddard School’s education program is designed to ignite curiosity, prepare children for Kindergarten, and fuel a lifelong love of learning.

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Meet Nan & Gary Owners

WELCOME! Here you'll learn about our nurturing & experienced staff who provide the best early childhood education, care, & development in the area. At our QUALITYstarsNY rated school, your child will be guided by our inquiry-based Wonder of Learning® curriculum incorporating language, literacy, social & physical skills, social studies, science, technology, engineering, arts & math. We have adult children, live in Pittsford & have lived Fairport, NJ, PA, & VA. Nan majored in Child Development & Family Relations, was an interpreter for the deaf & Certified American Montessori Society Infant/Toddler Teacher. Gary is a retired architect, executive & MCC department chair. He also owns Irrigation Tech, the area's largest lawn sprinkler company. At The Goddard School of Pittsford (Bushnell’s Basin) we serve families from Brighton, Canandaigua, Farmington, Fairport, East Rochester, Gananda, Henrietta, Honeoye Falls, Macedon, Mendon, Penfield, Pittsford, Rochester, Victor & Webster.

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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.

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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.

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First Steps

12 - 18 m

We support and encourage children to confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas.

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Toddlers

18 - 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 Pittsford - Bushnell's Basin.

Health and Safety

Biometric Entry Device
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm

Outdoor Security Cameras
Supervised Lobby Entry

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Dance
Degreed Teachers

Handwriting
Music Appreciation
Outdoor Classroom
Playground(s)
Sports & Fitness
Tenured Teachers
Wonder of Learning®
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Love this school. Caring, compassionate, competent teachers and staff. And great curriculum.

Jinelle Vaiana

(Google Review)

All of the staff is so wonderful, the space is safe, clean and maintained well. My kids love it here!

Mallory Bortree

(Google Review)

Great teachers that actually care about their students. Very hands on, personalized instruction. Both our sons have liked it there.

Peter Burke

(Google Review)

Great childcare have been taking my kids there going on almost 4 years

Blaze Hirsch

(Google Review)

We love Goddard. The teachers and administrators have been wonderful and very caring to our son. He loves going to school each day!! Thank you for the excellent education and care you provide!!!

Luke William's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The teachers and staff are attentive and care about the children.

Brendan's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We have been very happy with Goddard. The staff and teachers are very friendly and accommodating. The curriculum is also great, our daughter has been learning so much and truly enjoys going to daycare.

Antonia's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Structure, layout, organization. Brightly lit, soft coloring intermingled with exciting splashes. But above all - the quality and caliber of teachers. I especially love receiving reports and photos on a daily basis. It must be so much work to go above and beyond to do this, but it is deeply appreciated.

Rosaleana's Foster Father

Preschool Classroom