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.
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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning for Fun. Learning for Life.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Goddard School often compared to?
The Goddard School is often viewed alongside schools like Apex KinderCare by visitors of our site.
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).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: The Goddard School vs. Apex KinderCare
The nearest high school to The Goddard School is Mariposa School (3.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori Creative Learning School (0.7 miles away)
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Students
Montessori Creative Learning School
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 48 students 0.7 miles 402 Upchurch St
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 372-8181
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 372-8181
0.7
PK-K
48
Grades: PK-8 | 639 students 1 miles 625 Magdala Place
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 657-4800
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 657-4800
1
PK-8
639
Apex KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-PK 1.7 miles 1815 Olive Chapel Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 629-4813
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 629-4813
1.7
NS-PK
n/a
Peace Montessori School
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 56 students 2.5 miles 2190 N Salem St # 103
Apex, NC 27523
(919) 363-2461
Apex, NC 27523
(919) 363-2461
2.5
PK-K
56
St. Andrews Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
Grades: K | 30 students 2.5 miles 3008 Old Raleigh Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 387-8656
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 387-8656
2.5
K
30
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