The Goddard School Winter Garden is a nonsectarian early learning program located in rural Winter Garden, FL, serving 301 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten.
Founded in 2000, the school offers co–ed early childhood education with a student–teacher ratio of 100:1 across three teachers.
The student body includes 15% students of color, reflecting some cultural diversity within the school community.
Among private schools in Florida, The Goddard School Winter Garden ranks in the top 20% for largest student enrollment.
This Winter Garden preschool serves a rural community and provides early childhood care and education for families seeking local options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Goddard School Winter Garden ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2000
Student Body
Total Students
301 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Goddard School Winter Garden's ranking?
The Goddard School Winter Garden ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Goddard School Winter Garden?
The application deadline for The Goddard School Winter Garden is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to The Goddard School Winter Garden is Foundation Academy (0.5 miles away)
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15304 Tilden Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4068 Winter Garden Vineland Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 294-6950
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 294-6950
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 340 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Star Child Academy Of Winter Garden
Alternative School
1324 Winter Garden Vineland Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 554-2713
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 554-2713
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students
6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,604 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
305 Beulah Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 408-0320
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 408-0320
3.9 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 17 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15304 Tilden Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,604 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
House of Academia ![House of Academia Photo - New location!]( "House of Academia Photo - New location!")
Special Education School
1150 Elboc Way
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 473-3187
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 473-3187
4.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4
115 9th Street
Orlando, FL 34787
(689) 808-1665
Orlando, FL 34787
(689) 808-1665
5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15304 Tilden Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4068 Winter Garden Vineland Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 294-6950
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 294-6950
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 340 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Star Child Academy Of Winter Garden
Alternative School
1324 Winter Garden Vineland Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 554-2713
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 554-2713
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students
6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,604 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
305 Beulah Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 408-0320
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 408-0320
3.9 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 17 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
15304 Tilden Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 877-2744
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,110 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4068 Winter Garden Vineland Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 294-6950
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 294-6950
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 340 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Star Child Academy Of Winter Garden
Alternative School
1324 Winter Garden Vineland Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 554-2713
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 554-2713
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students
6189 Winter Garden-Vineland Rd
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
Windermere, FL 34786
(407) 905-7737
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,604 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Academy Of Winter Garden
Montessori School
13337 W Colonial Dr
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(140) 765-6850
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(140) 765-6850
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 31 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Academy At Lake Hills School- South
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39%)
513 Albrook St
Mascotte, FL 34753
(352) 394-2035
Mascotte, FL 34753
(352) 394-2035
8361.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Mascotte Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
460 Midway Ave
Mascotte, FL 34753
(352) 429-2294
Mascotte, FL 34753
(352) 429-2294
8361.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 937 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Gray Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 E Magnolia St
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-3322
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-3322
8361.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 985 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Groveland Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 Parkwood Ave
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-2472
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-2472
8362.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 683 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Pine Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10245 County Road 561
Clermont, FL 34711
(352) 242-2223
Clermont, FL 34711
(352) 242-2223
8362.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
School Reviews
Endorse The Goddard School Winter Garden. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
The True Cost of 'Required' Private School Expenses Beyond Tuition
Discover the required private school expenses beyond tuition and learn how to budget for the true cost of a private school education.
How to Compare Schools When Every Website Says "Individualized"
Learn how to compare private schools beyond marketing language by evaluating academics, support services, teaching methods, and student outcomes.
What to Ask Before Signing an Enrollment Contract
Learn the essential questions to ask before signing a private school enrollment contract, from tuition policies to withdrawal terms and financial aid.
