The Goddard School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 97 students
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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The Goddard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

2011

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

97 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to five years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life.
We are a school, not a day care center.
Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. The Goddard School's AdvancED and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX. Learning Program reaches more than 45,000 students in 430+ Goddard Schools in 35 states.
The Goddard School's comprehensive play-based 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.

School Motto: Learning for Fun. Learning for Life.

INFANT TODDLER PRESCHOOL PRE-K
Rolling admission-no need to wait until September.
Programs designed to accommodate your child`s needs and your scheduleWe offer a variety of developmentally appropriate educational programs to allow children from infants to PreK (ages six weeks to six years) to learn and grow, plus adjust and accommodate to a school environment. Choose from two, three, or five days per week (starting at age two). We offer a true full-day program, with flexibility to meet your life style. This means you are welcome to drop-off anytime between 8:00 am and 9:00 am, and pick-up anytime from 3 pm to 6 pm. We are here when you need us to help with your personal schedule.Open 12 months a year

Source: Verified school update

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Does The Goddard School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Goddard School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is The Goddard School's ranking?

The Goddard School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for The Goddard School?

The application deadline for The Goddard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $47,316 for elementary schools and $49,836 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 58% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).