The Goddard School of

Schwenksville

610-287-7100
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
498 Township Line Road, Schwenksville, Pennsylvania 19473

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Halo
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Custom Key Code Entry
After School
After School
After School Transportation
American Sign Language
Art History
Before School

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Schwenksville, 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 Gretchen School Owner

Ms. Gretchen opened the Goddard School of Schwenksville in August of 2002. "I wanted to create a nurturing and fun place for children where they can to learn and grow." Ms. Gretchen has a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from C.W. Post College, L.I.U. She believes that it is important to instill a love of learning in all children and to encourage their curiosity and creativity.

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.

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!
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 Schwenksville is absolutely amazing! The facility is always clean and well-kept, creating a safe and welcoming environment. My daughter has learned so much since starting here and always has a great time. The teachers truly care about what they do and it shows—they make a meaningful difference every single day. I’m so grateful for the love, attention, and dedication they give to the children.

London Melia's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We love our school! The kids learn so much there and you can see how much the teachers love our kids. They genuinely love the children and care about their growth and development.

Saoirse Ryan & Mairead Clare & Patrick Henry's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Everyone is so kind and communicative. It is a welcoming space

Kennedy's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Since coming to Goddard we have been blown away in all aspects of the school. The teachers are extremely talented, the lesson plan/ schedule for the day is very organized and fits the kids perfectly. And the communication is always timely.

Aaron & Hannah's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Staff is always happy and calm. They’ve come up with such creative learning activities for the kids. Already seen huge improvements in reading and handling emotions.

Greyson & Juliette's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Staff are so kind, well trained and caring. My children absolutely love being at Goddard. They are learning so much. Goddard staff have become our family.

Carina Dahl & Elliot's Mother

Kindergarten Classroom

The staff knows all of the kids and makes sure they feel welcome. The staff was VERY accommodating when we had a family emergency and asked them to let our son stay late. Our son loves his teachers, the activities, and school altogether!

William's Father

Pre-K Classroom

We love the people at the Goddard School and how they care for the children - it is evident on every level from admin to teacher to aide.

Jahsiah & Harper & Dave's Foster Mother

Preschool Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Custom Key Code Entry

Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Outdoor Security Cameras

Parking Lot Bollards

Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Computers

Dance

Engineering

Exploration Room

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Microscope(s)

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Robotics

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 5

Karate

9:30 - 11 AM
December 9

The Magic of Mrs. Claus!

10 - 11:30 AM
December 10

Karate

9:30 - 11 AM
December 10

Holiday Show!

4 - 4:45 PM

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.

KEYSTONE STARS

LEVEL 4

Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS program is an initiative of the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) to improve, support and recognize the continuous quality improvement efforts of early learning programs. The Keystone STARS Performance Standards provide the foundation for the program and are grouped into four levels – Standards, Training, Assistance, Resources and Support. Each level builds on the previous level and utilizes research-based best practices to promote quality early learning environments and positive child outcomes.

August 2020 - August 2025

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