The Goddard School of
Anderson Township
School Phone Number: 513-474-5292
, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 1280 Nagel Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45255
Proudly Accredited by:
School Highlights
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After School
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Outdoor Classroom
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Handwriting
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Private Kindergarten
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Basketball Court
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Before School
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Summer Camp
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Catering
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Chess
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Anderson Township, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. Our full & half-day academic programs for infant - kindergarten promote S.T.E.A.M. learning and are COGNIA & Step Up To Quality accredited. Students do not need to be 5 yrs old by August 1st to attend Goddard Kindergarten. Before & After School picks up where school leaves off, Kindergarten - 4th grade. Summer Camps start the week following Forest Hills Schools last day of classes. Join us for a few weeks or all summer long. ENGAGING activities and FUN outdoor field trips & visitors!
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.
Meet Mark On-site Owner
Mr. Mark is the proud owner of The Goddard School located in Anderson Township serving the Forest Hills, Newtown, Amelia, and Cherry Grove areas. He lives in Anderson Twp with his wife Wendy and sons, Eric, Brody and Vaughn. He became the owner of The Goddard School in 2010, largely influenced by his sons’ positive experience while attending this school. Mr. Mark holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in management from the University of Cincinnati. Before joining the School, he worked for nearly 20 years as a consultant for Accenture. Being an on-site owner, Mr. Mark welcomes your comments and feedback.
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.
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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 - 30 mo
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.
Get Set
2.5 - 3 yrs
Little ones begin preschool routines and new ways of play, supporting all areas of continuous development.
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
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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying
Goddard has been a fantastic place for both of my children. Everyone in the school makes it a welcoming and enriching place to learn. The teachers take great care with the needs of each student, and the administration provides positive communication and support. We’re very happy here!
We love how friendly the staff and teachers are! From the first day, we felt completely comfortable knowing our baby was being cared for just as we would care for him.
Colin and Christopher's teachers are the best! They love and care for our boys. We can also see a positive impact on their development.
There is excellent communication from Mark, teachers, and support staff. Goddard does a great job creating a kind, enriching and supportive environment for our kids to thrive. We also appreciate the investments Mark makes into the property & curriculum (supplies, toys, visitors to teach about the world around us, synthetic turf, etc).
This is my daughter’s first experience with any sort of child care. She is thriving and we as parents feel comfortable with her teachers and her safety there. We are very happy that we chose this school
Owner on site, fun friendly environment and prepared child for grade school. All staff very kind and caring. Mark and Bekka do a great job along with all the staff.
Top notch learning environment. Friendly, caring and attentive staff. Goddard has been a very positive experience for our family for the past 5 years.
I love the educational aspect of the Goddard School. I know that my daughter is there to learn through manipulation and loves the new experiences she gets to participate in and enjoy. She is excited to go everyday and tells me how much fun she has. Also, the teachers are amazing and truly care for the children.
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.
Health and Safety
- Air Filtration Systems
- Custom Key Code Entry
- Disinfectant Sprayer
- Finger Guards
- Gate Alarm
- Halo
- Hand Scanner
- Outdoor Security Cameras
Food and Nutrition
- Catering
- Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Enrichment and Environment
- American Sign Language
- Basketball Court
- Chess
- Dance
- Engineering
- Handwriting
- Kodo Kids
- Literacy Nook
- Music Appreciation
- Nutrition
- Outdoor Classroom
- Physical Fitness
- Playground(s)
- Secondary Languages
- Sports & Fitness
- Yoga & Mindfulness
Preview the Fun
Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.
Upcoming Events
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December 16Webby Dance10 AM - 1 PM -
December 17Karate10 AM - 1 PM -
December 18Soccer Shots9 AM - 1 PM -
December 24Winter Break- No School!All Day
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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.
COGNIA® ACCREDITED
Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.
October 2024
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June 2031
STEP UP TO QUALITY GOLD
GOLD
Step Up to Quality (SUTQ) is a three-tier quality rating and improvement system for Ohio's early learning and development programs. SUTQ recognizes and promotes programs that meet and exceed quality program standards.
July 2024
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June 2027
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB
The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.
February 2024
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February 2025
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.
May 2023
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May 2024
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.
October 2022
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April 2023
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB
The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.
January 2019
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January 2023
STEP UP TO QUALITY - 4 STAR
4 STAR
Ohio’s Step Up To Quality program is a voluntary five-star quality rating and improvement system. It recognizes early care and education programs that exceed quality benchmarks over and above Ohio's licensing standards. Each star signals a higher standard of staff qualifications and planned early learning activities.
August 2019
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June 2024
WE THRIVE!
We Thrive! Childcare Learning Collaborative was created for child care centers and after school programs who have adopted a wellness resolution. By being a We Thrive Center, we are committed to promoting and teaching healthy nutrition and physical activity with access to health foods, drinks, limited screen time and increased active play.
January 2020
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January 2022
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 2019
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January 2020
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 2018
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January 2019
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 2017
BRAND AMBASSADOR AWARD
The Brand Ambassador Award acknowledges a franchisee that has gone above and beyond Goddard’s system standards to keep its facility and program current and competitive while meeting the highest standards in the areas of quality assurance, business operations, brand standards, marketing, advertising and public relations.
January 2016
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January 2017
ANDERSON TOWNSHIP BEAUTIFICATION AWARD
The Anderson Township Beautification Award recognizes exceptional residential gardens, commercial properties and neighborhood common areas. The Goddard School located in Anderson Township, OH, was selected in the Outstanding Landscape Design - Nonresidential category.
January 2016
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January 2017
ECO-HEALTHY CHILD CARE®
As an Eco-Healthy Child Care® endorsed provider we will create and maintain an early childhood learning environment that is healthy and safe by reducing children’s exposure to toxic chemicals. These changes will immediately benefit the health and well-being of the children within our care. Every child deserves a place that is healthy and safe, start creating a healthier child care environment today!
January 2015
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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 2015
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January 2017
CONSUMER CHOICE AWARD - CINCINNATI, OH
The Consumer Choice Award recognizes establishments that have been voted by consumers as their choice for excellence.
January 2015
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January 2016
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 2014
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January 2015
BEST OF THE NORTH - CINCY MAGAZINE
This award recognizes the best preschool in the North Cincinnati area as voted on by the readers of Cincy Magazine.
January 2014
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January 2015
BULLSEYE AWARD
The Bullseye Award recognizes schools that meet the highest standard set by Goddard in several areas including quality assurance and health & safety.
January 2013
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January 2014
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