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: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
School Reviews
5 11/25/2016
I simply cannot say enough about the incredible environment that my child has experienced while attending The Goddard School in Westlake Ohio. She thrived in the nurturing and very learning oriented atmosphere that the faculty foster every single day at the school. The teachers are caring, professional and provide an overall lesson plan that encourages the children to think critically on their own, while teaching them the foundation of social interaction and to follow directions when given. The entire staff makes the student (and parents) feel welcome and that they are a part of a very special family. Kathleen (the owner and operator) is a joy and shows enthusiasm everyday towards learning and the well being of the children. We could not be happier with our choice to send our daughter this fantastic school and we are very confident that the experience will go a long way to reinforcing the importance of learning and interaction as she grows. The fact that at 4 she was learning Spanish, math and vocabulary is amazing. She has been a student there since she turned 3 and loves every minute of it- Thank you Goddard for an amazing head start to a great future! The new gym is over the top - love it- congratulations.
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