South Lebanon Reviews & Recognition

The love and commitment of our Goddard families inspires us every day. To help make each child’s learning experiences the best they can be, we are always happy to listen when parents share their expectations. Here’s what our families have to say.

  • Never in my wildest dreams would I think we would be lucky enough to find a daycare that seems to love our children as much as we do. They are well taken care of and happy and genuinely like going to “school”. Their teachers have invested their time into actually knowing our children and what they like…and more importantly, what they need.

    Jack & Samuel's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • We are blessed to have found The Goddard School of South Lebanon. They are our second family!

    Tatum & Teagan's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I LOVE that I can drop my child off and KNOW I have nothing to worry about while she is in the care of her teachers and the staff AT Goddard.. it really does help those of us parents who have a hard time trusting, speaking for myself in this aspect. It has put a lot of ease to my worry knowing she’s being taken care of individuals who love her like their own child. This school has given me many blessings while my daughter continues to grow in their care. Thank you !

    Violet's Mother

    Kindergarten Classroom

  • Perfect place!

    Jack & Samuel's Father

    Toddler Classroom

  • We love this school. Everyone genuinely cares so much. In a time where it’s a little scary to send your kiddo to school, I have a little peace of mind knowing his teachers and directors have everyone’s safety and education in mind.

    Thorfinn's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The teachers have a way of making you feel like your child is the only one. They truly enjoy being around children and that reflects in the everyday events at Goddard.

    Cooper & Hattie's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • We are always greeted with smiles at drop off and pick up. Nothing warms my heart more than to know my child is being loved and cared for in a place full of people that love what they do and where they work. I love all the activities my son is doing at school too! So clever, so busy, and so much learning through play.

    Jack & Samuel's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Everyone is so kind and organized and the curriculum is fabulous even for little little ones. The organization is clean and there are constantly activities. The site is very secure and requires a password and my husband and I are just so thrilled to have found this place and plan to send our new baby once he arrives.

    Jack 's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Goddard has been amazing for our family. Childcare is HARD, and we started during the pandemic at times when working parent life felt impossible. We've made it to the other side and Goddard made that possible. It's ALL about the teachers and staff that love on your children that makes the school what it is. Thank you

    Hannah & Jane's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Very friendly and accommodating staff. I feel like they do so much more than take care of my child. She's constantly learning so many things, and she always has so much fun while she's there

    Claire & Lydia's Father

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Everyone is so caring and goes above and beyond for both my girls. My oldest talks about how much she loves her teachers all the time. My youngest can't fully talk yet but I'm sure she would say the same thing!

    Harley & Halle's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The attention, love, eduction and overall training they have given to my children is something I'm forever greatful for. Goddard is like family to us!

    Reid & Cole & Lane & Beau's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • The director and all the staff are phenomenal! They go above and beyond to support your child!

    Jude & Gabriella's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • I know that my girls are in the best hands and the staff truly cares about their well-being, health and safety. They are accommodating and very supportive!

    Quinn & Miller's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Makes kids feel at home. Also the staff does a great job making sure each kid feels loved and not just a number.

    Olivia's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • I feel it’s my child’s second home. Very professional yet very empathetic. They make things work out and do not complicate things yet very organized and creative.

    Omar & Karim's Mother

    Kindergarten Classroom

  • The educational and safe environment for my children. The policy and training provided to all the teachers. The warm environment from the teachers.

    Isabella & Charlotte & Josephine's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The Goddard school is a great school. The teachers and staff all know her by name and treat her like their own child.

    Elizabeth & Marcus's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The range in learning methods/ types of activities introduced at a young age.

    Kahaan's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • I feel like my son is in an environment conducive to learning - one where he feels comfortable and where he has an opportunity to experience different kinds of engaging activities as well as free play. I also like the detailed communication I receive from the school. In addition to the information emailed to me regularly, I know I can phone and ask other questions, too.

    Ewan's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Constant great feedback about my daughter. Family friendly feel. Great updates daily with my daughter. Amazing staff. We couldn't be happier.

    Marisa's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • Two of my boys have been Exceptionally prepared for Kindergarten through the education provided by your teachers!! I would totally recommend the Goddard School of South Lebanon to other parents. Goddard is more than daycare, the teachers provide their students with love, compassion, and education!!! My boys have always loved it! One of the Best decision I've ever made!

    Jacob & Samuel & Adam's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • curriculum is great, teachers are wonderful, hours are convenient, and I feel comfortable leaving my child there every day

    Isabella's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • We brought Elizbeth early on and the staff prepared her for school early on She was socially prepared and academically ahead right from the start Give the Goddard staff credit for her achievements as she starts 5th grade at the top percentile of her class Always had her best welfare as a top priority everyday We still use summer camp Thanks

    Elizabeth's Father

    Summer Program

STEP UP TO QUALITY - 5 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.

January 2024 - January 2029

COGNIA™ ACCREDITED

Cognia (http://www.cognia.org/) offers accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning, and improvement services to institutions and other education providers. As a global nonprofit working in over 80 countries, Cognia serves 36,000 institutions, nearly 25 million students, and five million educators every day.

March 2022 - March 2026

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR OPERATIONS

Goddard’s Circle of Excellence Award for Operations recognizes Schools with the highest-rated educational programs and exceptional operational efficiency. Franchisees who earn this award have established a strong management team and cohesive work culture that empowers faculty and staff to execute a high-quality education program that delivers a warm, positive experience for children. Schools that earn this award represent some of the most well-run businesses in our system.

January 2021 - January 2023

CHARTERED KINDERGARTEN

The Goddard School located in South Lebanon, OH is compliant with the applicable standards formulated and prescribed by the Ohio State Board Of Education.

January 2020 - January 2022

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR OPERATIONS

Goddard’s Circle of Excellence Award for Operations recognizes Schools with the highest-rated educational programs and exceptional operational efficiency. Franchisees who earn this award have established a strong management team and cohesive work culture that empowers faculty and staff to execute a high-quality education program that delivers a warm, positive experience for children. Schools that earn this award represent some of the most well-run businesses in our system.

January 2019 - January 2020

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

Goddard’s Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by GSI in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that score in the highest range in all of these categories.

January 2017 - January 2018

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB

Goddard’s Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by GSI 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 2007 - January 2017

CONSUMER CHOICE AWARD - CHILD CARE CENTERS, CINCINNATI, OH

The Consumers' Choice Award is an initiative of Consumers' Choice Institute which has retained a leading independent research firm to conduct surveys in major U.S. cities. It is unique as the winners are determined by consumers and not by a panel of judges. Its purpose is to publicly identify those establishments that have been voted by consumers as being their choice for excellence.

January 2015 - January 2016

BEST OF THE NORTH - CINCY MAGAZINE

This award recognizes the best in the North Cincinnati area. The Goddard School was voted "Best Preschool" by the readers of Cincy Magazine.

January 2014 - January 2015

HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD

Goddard’s Health & Safety Award is presented to the School with the highest average Health & Safety score.

January 2010 - January 2011

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

The Director of the Year Award is given to a Goddard School director who illustrates educational leadership, is a mentor to other faculty members at the School and helps create an atmosphere that encourages children to experience the most genuine form of learning.

January 2008 - January 2009

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD

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

January 2007 - January 2008

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

Goddard’s Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by GSI in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that score in the highest range in all of these categories.

January 2006 - January 2007
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