The Goddard School of

Mars

5.0 (16 reviews)

School Phone Number: 724-831-5005

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

School Address: 1000 Winston Way, Valencia, Pennsylvania 16059

School Highlights

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After School
Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Art History
Outdoor Classroom
Before School
Zono
Child Learning Kitchen
Computers

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Mars, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We’re currently enrolling all ages from 6 weeks to 10 years old. You can find us next to Mars High School and behind Sheetz. Our state-of-the-art building provides infant through Kindergarten, Kindergarten Enrichment (busing afternoon), before & after-school care (busing morning & afternoon), summer programs, indoor gym/multi-purpose room, and three outdoor play/learn area's.

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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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.

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.

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 Giovanni Owner

We are the proud owners of The Goddard School located in Adams Township. Our journey began with the inspiration of our three wonderful children—Giovanni, Leana, and Luciano—and we have been proud residents of Mars since 2007. My vision for the school is to create a nurturing, safe, and loving environment that supports children’s social, emotional, and academic growth, laying the foundation for their long-term success. I am excited to introduce The Goddard School's “Wonder of Learning” curriculum to Mars, offering children the opportunity to explore their interests and foster a love of learning through play-based, child-driven experiences that encourage their natural curiosity. My wife Caterina and I are actively involved in the community, especially in youth and high school sports, and we look forward to connecting with both the families we know and those we have yet to meet. Above all, the health and safety of our students will always be our top priority.

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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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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.

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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.

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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 Mars.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems
Custom Key Code Entry
Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Halo
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards
Water Filtration System
Zono

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Art History
Basketball Court

Chess
Child Learning Kitchen
Computers
Dance
Dramatic Arts Space
Engineering
Exploration Room
Handwriting
Imagination Playground
Indoor Gym
Interactive Whiteboard
Kodo Kids
Learning Technologies
Microscope(s)
Music Appreciation
Nutrition
Outdoor Classroom
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Robotics
Rock Wall
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Tablets
Wonder of Learning®
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Outstanding experience so far! My kids absolutely love it, the new facility is beautiful, functional, and safe. The teachers and staff have helped make both my kids feel comfortable in such a short amount of time. Center leadership is accessible, involved, and incredibly kind. Couldn't be happier with our decision to move to the Goddard School of Mars!

Arlowe & Tatum's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The staff is amazing!! They clearly enjoy what they do, are treated well and this then reflects on the care the kids receive. We love the school!

Aiden & Mason's Mother

Infant Classroom

Teachers are kind, flexible, and really seem to care for my child. They are communicative and I love the family app. I feel like my son is secure at Goddard with the security system at entry and fenced play areas.

Roman's Mother

Toddler Classroom

It’s very clean and professionally operated. The staff is also very kind to my child. My daughter is learning beyond what I expected and she also looks forward to going to The Goddard School everyday.

Vittoria 's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Friendly and experienced staff, great communication, and a secure facility. The peace of mind that Goddard and their staff provide is top notch.

Jonathan & Henry's Father

Toddler Classroom