The Goddard School of

Grove City

614-801-2558
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
2585 London-Groveport Road, Grove City, Ohio 43123

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
After School Transportation
American Sign Language
Before School
Before School Transportation
Chess
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Interactive Whiteboard

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Grove City, 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 Kelly On-site Operator

My name is Kelly Van Syckle. I am the proud operator of The Goddard School in Grove City. My sister, Samantha Elliott is the owner of the Grove City and Worthington Goddard locations. I have been involved throughout the community and the Grove City Rotary. I am excited to work with my families and teachers to provide a commitment to furthering the education of our children.

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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!

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

My son loves this place so Incredibly much. It makes my momma heart so happy seeing him thrive in this perfect school environment. I will for ever be an advocate for The Goddard school.

Gunnar's Mother

Before/After School Program

Staff, activities, programming, it’s the best. Grove city Goddard is a fam!

Lincoln & William's Mother

Goddard Graduate

Wonderful happy consistent staff.

Eleanor & Emerson's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

I feel my children are very well taken care of at Goddard and I trust the providers there. I love all the activities that they get to do and my daughter loves going there.

Abigail & Madison's Mother

Infant Classroom

Amazing childcare that offers security and comfort. Children love going here and staff is always so friendly and welcoming.

Adam & Oliver's Mother

Infant Classroom

The staff are always so friendly and welcoming. My son had diaper rashes all the time at our old daycare and ever since we moved here, he hasn’t come home with a diaper rash which shows they truly are taking good care of him.

Sebastian's Father

Toddler Classroom

The Goddard School in Grove City has been incredible with our son the past two years he has been going there.

Sebastian's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Attentive care, clean facilities, kind and helpful staff.

Eleanor & Emerson's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Outdoor Security Cameras

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

Chess

Interactive Whiteboard

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

November 19

Tap and Tumble

9 - 11 AM
November 21

Pizza Day

All Day
November 26

Tap and Tumble

9 - 11 AM
November 27

The Goddard School is Closed

All Day

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.

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