The Goddard School of

Nashville Yards

School Phone Number: 629-257-8550

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

School Address: 191 10th Ave N, Nashville, Tennessee 37203

School Highlights

American Sign Language
Biometric Entry Device
Chess
Child Learning Kitchen
Crash-Rated Fencing
Disinfectant Sprayer
Dramatic Arts Space
Finger Guards
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Nashville Yards, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. The Goddard School of Nashville Yards is a premier early education program focusing on individualized instruction for preschool children ages 6 weeks-6yrs. Our inquiry based curriculum includes S.T.E.A.M and 21st Century Learning Skills (Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Communication, and Creativity). We also incorporate our social & emotional curriculum through literature, using Life Lesson Library. Our goal is to provide the best early childhood preparation for academic & social success!

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 Leisa Franchise Owner

Hello Nashville Families! We are extremely excited to open The Goddard School of Nashville Yards and to be a part of such a great community. I am the On-Site Owner of The Goddard School and although it will be a new school, I bring over 15 years of ownership experience in Early Childhood Education. Del, my husband of 30+ years, and I are the proud Franchise Owners of four other prominent Goddard Schools in Metro Nashville. In addition to experience, I have an MBA from The Wharton School of Business (Univ of Penn) and an MPP from The University of Michigan. Most importantly, we have a heart for children and truly value the importance of high-quality education. At The Goddard School, we are committed to providing the best early childhood preparation for your child's academic and social success. If you are looking for a preschool with educated, professional teachers and an engaging curriculum, we would love to show you our beautiful Nashville Yards school!

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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!
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

We can't wait for your review! In the meantime, hear from another family about why they love their Goddard village.

"We feel so grateful for The Goddard School^® and its teachers and school leaders! Our child has absolutely loved each day from the very beginning. He has grown so much socially, emotionally and academically. The balance of 1-on-1 and whole group activities is perfect. And we really appreciate all the pictures with lesson summaries so that we can discuss with our son and reinforce at home."

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Biometric Entry Device
Crash-Rated Fencing
Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Halo
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards
Zono

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Chess
Child Learning Kitchen

Dramatic Arts Space
Handwriting
Literacy Nook
Music Appreciation
Outdoor Classroom
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Rock Wall
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

More fun is on the way! Stay tuned for upcoming events.

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Discover what makes Goddard extraordinary.