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)
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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 student 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 student 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
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