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The Goddard School

1 Aura Lane Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

Tel: (949) 218-6200

www.goddardschool.com

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Year Founded

2007

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

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 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.

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

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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 Orange County, CA is $12,779 for elementary schools and $17,248 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Orange County, CA is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).