Sarah is the on-site owner for The Goddard School located in Cypress. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University and she and her husband are the proud parents of 4 teenage boys, including a set of triplets. Sarah recognized the need for quality childcare that could provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for young children and has been nothing short of impressed with The Goddard School commitment to create just that. A resident of Cypress, she is proud to bring this fun atmosphere to this area in which she and her family live. Her door will always be open for the thoughts, questions and comments from our families. Sarah is the Owner of the Cypress location, as well as the Bridgeland location.

Ms. Kat is the Area Director for our Cypress 1 and Bridgeland locations. She has 25 years of experience as an early childhood educator. Kat attended the University of Houston and holds a Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. Kat has 20+ years experience as a Director. She is an advocate for early childhood education and strongly believes in quality. Kat has led several schools through the NAEYC and Cognia Accreditation process and served as a liaison for many other centers. Kat’s passion for the field comes from her deep desire to make a difference in the lives of all children.

Ms. Irada is thrilled to be the Director at Goddard School of Cypress. She has been in childcare field for over 7 years. During her career she has worked as a Director at a Montessori school in Spring, TX for 4 years. Ms. Irada has obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Language and Literature. She has been married for 21 years and has three wonderful children. Tarlan is 20 yrs. old and serves in the US Army. Maryam and Ali both attend school in the CyFair district. All three keep her busy with their activities and she loves every minute, as she is a proud mommy. Ms. Irada believes in the importance of early childhood education and its critical role in the growth of a child's mind and spirit. She knows the importance of play in the development of a child's cognitive, emotional and social abilities. She is excited to have the opportunity to utilize this understanding to help your child thrive during their time at the Goddard School.

Mrs. Lucia is the Lead Teacher of the Sheep Classroom. She has many years of experience teaching and always strives to give the most to her children. Lucia loves to see children learning through hands on experiences. Lucia has a Bachelor's degree in Education with a concentration in French and English as a second language. Lucia is a life long learner and thrives on staying current in ECE.

Mrs. Melannie is the Lead Teacher of the Darling Ducks classroom. She has 20+ years of experience as an early childhood educator! She has obtained both an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Child Development Certification (CDA). Mrs. Melannie’s passion for teaching comes from the children’s passion for learning. This passion drives Mrs. Melannie in creating a daily classroom experience that is both nurturing and filled with discovery.

Ms. Lidia is the Lead Teacher in the Charismatic Cows classroom. Ms. Lidia has 4 years of experience working with children of all ages. She believes that children are extraordinary. Ms. Lidia embraces that all children are different and learn at different paces.

Mrs. Nelsy is the Lead Teacher in the Fabulous Frogs classroom. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education. Mrs. Nelsy has worked with all ages of students - infants to kindergarten. Her experience includes 11 years as a Kindergarten teacher in Holguin, Cuba. Mrs. Nelsy believes that learning takes place best in a positive and happy environment.

Ms. Darian is an Assistant Teacher in the Sensational Sheep classroom. She currently a student at Lone Star College and will graduate with the Associate Degree soon. She believes that all children are loving and understands that each child develops differently.

Ms. Monica is the Lead Teacher in our Bouncy Bunnies classroom. She has more than 17 years of experience in early childhood education. Ms. Monica has her CDA certificate. She was very excited to start her journey as a Young Toddlers teacher here at Goddard school. She has worked with all ages of children, but young kids hold a special place in her heart. nothing makes her happier than watching young children grow!

Ms. Gabriel is the Assistant Teacher in the Playful Ponies classroom. Ms. Gabriel has more than 3 years of experience working with children. She believes that school should be a place where children can have fun to learn and loves to learn about all the children's strongest skills.

Ms. Dolores is the Lead Teacher in the Bluebirds classroom. She has more than fifteen years of experience working in childcare. Ms. Dolores believes that a child's environment plays role in how they adapt to learning new things.

Ms. Rafaella is the Lead Teacher in our Playful Ponies classroom. Ms. Rafaella has over seven years of experience working with Pre-Kindergarten children. Ms. Rafaella received her Bachelor 's Degree in Psychology from University of Houston. Ms. Rafaella believes that the education of young children is a collaborative process. She strives to give each child equal time during large group discussion and one on one time.

Ms. Claudia is the Assistant teacher in the Fabulous Frogs classroom. She has more than two years of experience working with children of all ages. Ms. Claudia believes that all children deserve love and patience from their teachers.

Ms. Haneen is the Assistant Teacher in the Blissful Bees classroom. She has more than one year of experience working in childcare. She loves working with them, teaching them, and helping shape them into the young adults they become.

Ms. Sobia is the Assistant Teacher in the Fabulous Frogs classroom. She has more than 2 years of experience working in childcare with prekindergarten children. Ms. Sobia believes children are sweet and patience is key.

Ms. Victoria is the Assistant Director here at the Goddard School! She began her journey here as the Toddler teacher and majority of her time in her classroom building lasting relationships with families and aiding in the growth and development of all the children. She currently holds an associate degree. She has spent most of her life caring for children and helping them grow! She has a daughter Acia that keep her busy and certainly on her toes. She loves watching kids learn and have fun while doing it!

Ms. Kimberly is an Assistant Teacher in the Bouncy Bunnies classroom. Ms. Kimberly came from California, and she has more than 3 years of experience in childcare. She believes in maintaining a positive environment where students are actively engaged. Ms. Kimberly believes all children are unique in their abilities and strives to create an environment suitable for all.

Ms. Laura is an Assistant Teacher in our Charismatic Cows classroom. She believes that all children are special and along with teaching them, making memories with children is very important. Ms. Laura is fluent in Spanish language and loves introducing new words to her class.

Ms. Andrea is an Administrative Assistant here at The Goddard School of Cypress with more than 2 years of experience. She enjoys partnering with both families, staff and children to create an environment that is warm, welcoming and inspiring. She loves watching how each child develops and she inspired to question how she and the teachers can play a role in their development.