The Goddard School of

Akron

330-665-3035
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
105 Springside Drive, Akron, Ohio 44333

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School Highlights

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Outdoor Security Cameras
Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Antimicrobial Treatments
Gate Alarm
Interactive Whiteboard
School-Age Support Program
Catering

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Akron, 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 Martin Owner

"I am very proud to be part of The Goddard chain of schools. I, along with our staff are 100% committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience in the Akron area. There is no greater joy for us than to watch a child's confidence grow each day as they learn and have fun doing it...." Mr. Marty

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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!
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.

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The Goddard school has amazing staff. The director, Karis, is fantastic to work with and is always available to talk about concerns and well being of the children. Most teachers are fantastic to work with and are available to talk about issues. They keep the parents informed about the activities and help the peace of mind for their children at this young age.

Emmett & Gwendolyn's Mother

Preschool Classroom

kind and friendly environment.

Isabella's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Teachers are kind and attentive, my kid is happy after spending the day at Goddard. And I can’t forget to mention Karis, she is amazing! I always feel welcome. Thankful for all love involved! ??

Victor & Lucas & Thomas's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The director and teachers care about the kids so much and it shows!

Keaton 's Mother

Goddard Graduate

I love the attention that every child receives.

Adam's Father

Preschool Classroom

The teachers and Director at Goddard of Akron are wonderful. They take remarkable care of our children and always keep communication open with us as parents. We truly appreciate all that they do! Our children have always been safe there and the environment fosters growth in little ones.

Landon & Collin's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The teachers and staff are so fantastic! Caring people.

Brady & Griffin's Mother

Toddler Classroom

I am impressed by the communication and the friendliness of the staff! I also feel like my daughter is having fun learning!

Letti & Cassidy's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Antimicrobial Treatments

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Key Fobs

Outdoor Security Cameras

Parking Lot Bollards

Supervised Lobby Entry

Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Catering

Flexible Lunch Options

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Computers

Dance

Degreed Teachers

Dramatic Arts Space

Engineering

Exploration Room

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

Low Ratios

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

Tenured Teachers

Wonder of Learning®

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

More fun is on the way! Stay tuned for upcoming events.

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