The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life.
Degreed teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. The Goddard School has earned the NAEYC accreditation for being the highest level program possible.
The Goddard School's comprehensive curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success.
To learn more about The Goddard School, please visit www.goddardschool.com. Learning for fun. Learning for life.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
185 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on age and schedule
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer camp costs based on age and schedule.
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ballet/Jazz Dance
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Golf LessonsKarate
Tennis
School Notes
- The Goddard School uses the most contemporary, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children ages Infant through Pre-K have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our degreed teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. We provide a nurturing environment with a focus on early childhood education and development. We are proud to have achievedaccreditationby The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). We enhance our play-based curriculum with a wide range ofenrichment programs (foreign language, sign language, yoga, music, world cultures, art history, and fitness) that are designed to meet the individual needs of your child and help your child become mentally and physically well-rounded. These programs, which are offered every day at no additional cost, are part of our learning program and provide opportunities for your child to learn by doing. Our programs have been thoughtfully designed to reinforce STEAM learning and help children develop creativity, communication, collaboration and critical-thinking skills, which are essential to success in schools, careers and life.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Juanita, Owner since 2010 -
- Sue, Owner since 2009 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from The Goddard School - Franklin/Cool Springs?
The Goddard School - Franklin/Cool Springs famous alumni include: Juanita, Owner since 2010 and Sue, Owner since 2009.
When is the application deadline for The Goddard School - Franklin/Cool Springs?
The application deadline for The Goddard School - Franklin/Cool Springs is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Goddard School - Franklin/Cool Springs is Montessori Academy (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Sol Spanish Immersion School (formerly HEI Schools) (1.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
621 Bradley Court
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 942-7176
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 942-7176
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-8 Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
100 Montessori Dr.
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 833-3610
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 833-3610
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 314 students Extracurrculars: 11
207 Gothic CT
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 465-2081
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 465-2081
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 82 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
336 Ernest Rice Lane
Franklin, TN 37069
(615) 794-3501
Franklin, TN 37069
(615) 794-3501
2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 908 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fusion Academy Franklin
Alternative School
2550 Meridian Blvd., Suite 100
Franklin, TN 37067
(877) 673-8893
Franklin, TN 37067
(877) 673-8893
2.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student
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