Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
The Goddard School Third Lake
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
The Goddard School Third Lake ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2004
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
266 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- 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.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Goddard School Third Lake often compared to?
The Goddard School Third Lake is often viewed alongside schools like Lindenhurst Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
Does The Goddard School Third Lake offer a summer program?
Yes, The Goddard School Third Lake offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is The Goddard School Third Lake's ranking?
The Goddard School Third Lake ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Goddard School Third Lake?
The application deadline for The Goddard School Third Lake is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: The Goddard School Third Lake vs. Lindenhurst Early Childhood Center
The nearest high school to The Goddard School Third Lake is Westlake Christian Academy (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Old School Montessori (2.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Center Street KinderCare (2.0 miles away)
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Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
130 South Atkinson Rd.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: K-6 | 36 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Montessori School
144 Commerce Dr.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
6151 Washington Street
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 244-9352
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
790 N Lake St.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-9374
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
6480 Gurnee Mills Cir W
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 360-1135
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
275 S Lake St
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 66 students
Special Education School
31410 N Us Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-8349
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 87 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2190 Fuller Rd
Gurnee, IL 60031
(312) 342-0059
Distance: 4.7 mi
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 10 students
656 N. Bridgeport Terrace
Lake Villa, IL 60046
(224) 444-8375
Distance: 4.9 mi
Gr: 10-12 | 9 students
Alternative School
1585 N Milwaukee Ave
Libertyville, IL 60048
(800) 833-9235
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: K-6 | 36 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Montessori School
144 Commerce Dr.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9606
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
6151 Washington Street
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 244-9352
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 321 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
231 E Belvidere Rd
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-8600
Distance: 3.0 mi
Gr: PK-12
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
275 S Lake St
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-6209
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 66 students
Special Education School
31410 N Us Highway 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-8349
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
130 South Atkinson Rd.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 223-9188
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
6151 Washington Street
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 244-9352
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
790 N Lake St.
Grayslake, IL 60030
(847) 548-9374
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
6480 Gurnee Mills Cir W
Gurnee, IL 60031
(847) 360-1135
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
599 Falling Waters Way
Lake Villa, IL 60046
(847) 245-4637
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Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4618 Greenwood Rd
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 648-2606
Woodstock, IL 60098
(815) 648-2606
9216.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Conley Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
750 Dr John Burkey Dr
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-3700
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-3700
9217.1 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 598 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Heineman Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
725 Dr John Burkey Dr
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-4300
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-4300
9217.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 724 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Gilberts Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
729 Paper Bark Ln
Gilberts, IL 60136
(224) 484-5900
Gilberts, IL 60136
(224) 484-5900
9217.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 729 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
800 Dr John Burkey Dr
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-3400
Algonquin, IL 60102
(847) 659-3400
9217.2 miles
Gr: K-2 | 522 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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