The Goddard School of

Goodyear

623-536-8185
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
13235 W. Thomas Road, Goodyear, Arizona 85395

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Basketball Court
Non-Biometric Security Scanner
Halo
Private Kindergarten
Outdoor Classroom
Robotics
Engineering

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Goodyear, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. At The Goddard School in Goodyear, we are proud to be nationally Cognia accredited, Cognia STEM certified, and 5-Star Quality First School. We nurture community at our school and have an amazing faculty and families, past and present, who are committed to the best in early education. We also believe in supporting our greater community and have been recognized for our humanitarian efforts. Please email us at goodyearaz@goddardschools.com for a link to our virtual tour and FAQ about our school.

The Goddard Difference

Goddard is more than just a preschool. With a proven track record of academic and social excellence, we've earned the trust of countless happy families who have seen their children exceed expectations and step into the world with confidence and compassion.

Curriculum

Our education program, Wonder of Learning^®, is the most innovative and well-researched on the market. It was created by early childhood development experts to empower children to explore their natural curiosity.

Expert, Caring Teachers

Our extraordinary educators shape your child’s experience, creating a fun and engaging learning environment with personalized lesson plans focused on whole-child development.

Leading with Curiosity

The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.

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Meet JoEllen On-Site Owner

Welcome to The Goddard School! My name is Ms. JoEllen and I have had the privilege of serving as the school’s on-site owner since we opened our doors to students in 2009. In addition to my leadership role at our school, I have served on the Southwest Maricopa Regional Partnership Council for First Things First since 2016. I have three children, two of whom are Goddard graduates. My husband Sam and I love watching renovation shows and cheesy romantic movies. As a family, we enjoy traveling and playing games. Prior to opening the school, I was a stay-at-home mom and community volunteer. I have also worked as a corporate trainer. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from DePaul University, a Master’s Degree in Training & Development from Loyola University Chicago, and a Certificate in Early Education Leadership from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. I look forward to growing roots in our community together!

Meet The Team

Discover Our Classrooms

From infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, our classrooms are designed specifically with your little one’s needs in mind.

Infant

6 w - 12 m

Relationships are no. 1 for 1 and under. We foster trust and help your little ones investigate the world around them.

Toddlers

12 - 24 m

Our teachers support your child as they continue to develop their independent selves.

Twos

2 - 3 yrs

We practice expressive language to help your child in all areas of their development, especially the big emotions that come with the territory.

Bridge

2.5 - 3.5 yrs

We support all areas of continuous development, setting your child up for success in and out of the classroom.

Preschool

3 - 4 yrs

We help your child experiment with writing, drawing and painting with a purpose.

Pre-K

4 - 5 yrs

Your child will be kindergarten ready without worksheets!

Additional Programs Offered

Private Kindergarten

Our private kindergarten program focuses on fun learning experiences that will prepare your children for success in first grade and beyond!
Special Programs

We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.
Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Our children LOVE coming to school. They cheer in the parking lot every morning. We feel safe and they learn so much. It feels personalized and welcoming.

Parker & Riley's Mother

Toddler Classroom

It's a safe, clean environment where the kids learn and have a lot of fun doing it.

Persephone & Atticus's Mother

Kindergarten Classroom

Friendly and supportive teachers and directors. Great communication.

Emi 's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We've been happy about our experiences with the teachers and staff. Also like the structure and pictures through the day.

Layla & Camila & Eliana's Father

Infant Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Biometric Entry Device

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Non-Biometric Security Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Food and Nutrition

Caring for your child includes ensuring that they're fueled up and ready to learn and play!

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Basketball Court

Chess

Computers

Digital Cameras

Engineering

Exploration Room

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Music Appreciation

Outdoor Classroom

Playground(s)

Robotics

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Secondary Languages

Tablets

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

July 30

Water Day

9 - 11:30 AM
July 31

Half Day/Parent Teacher Conferences

7 AM - 1 PM
August 1

No School/Faculty Development Day
August 4

First Day of 2025-2026 School Year!

Awarding Excellence

Our School has been recognized for delivering extraordinary educational experiences and outstanding service to our families.

COGNIA® ACCREDITATION & STEM CERTIFICATION

Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.

January 2024 - January 2031

QUALITY FIRST

5 STARS

Quality First – a signature program of First Things First – partners with regulated early childhood providers to make quality improvements that research proves help children birth to 5 thrive, such as education for teachers to expand their expertise in working with young children. It also supports parents with information about what to look for in quality early childhood programs that goes beyond health and safety to include a nurturing environment that supports their child’s learning.

September 2024 - September 2026

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

WEST REGION

The Director of the Year Award is given to a Goddard School director who illustrates educational leadership, is a mentor to other faculty members at the School and helps create an atmosphere that encourages children to experience the most genuine form of learning.

March 2025 - February 2026

REGIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR

INFANTS

Our Goddard School is proud to have a Goddard School Teacher of the Year! Each year, Goddard Systems recognizes outstanding Goddard School teachers for their excellence in early childhood education.

May 2024

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

The Outstanding Customer Experience Award is presented annually. It recognizes those that have developed a culture within their Goddard School that ensures members of their management team and faculty provide the highest level of customer service to current and prospective Goddard families.

March 2025 - February 2026

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

March 2024 - February 2025

CHILD CARE AWARE®

Child Care Aware is the nation's most respected hub of information for parents and child care providers. A program of Child Care Aware of America, Child Care Aware helps families learn more about the elements of quality child care and how to locate programs in their communities. Child Care Aware also provides child care providers with access to resources for their child care programs.

January 2020 - January 2030

BEST CHILD CARE - WEST VALLEY VIEW

This annual award is chosen by the readers of the West Valley View publication. Readers vote for their favorite businesses, attractions and services.

January 2020 - January 2023

HUMANITARIAN AWARD

The Humanitarian Award honors a School that ‘does well by doing good.’ This award is given to the school that has demonstrated selfless devotion to serving those in need and demonstrates a commitment to community outreach. This award recognizes the life-enriching programs the School has participated in and positive contributions the School has made through community outreach endeavors.

January 2019 - January 2020

MARKET OF EXCELLENCE

The Market of Excellence Award is presented annually and acknowledges a market that has demonstrated the best collaborative effort in representing The Goddard School in their community.

January 2018 - January 2019

NATIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Our Goddard School is proud to have a Goddard School Teacher of the Year! Each year, Goddard Systems recognizes outstanding Goddard School teachers for their excellence in early childhood education.

January 2015 - January 2016

LEADERSHIP AWARD

The Leadership Award recognizes the top franchisee or franchisees based on their leadership and their mentoring of fellow franchisees. These franchisees demonstrate an unwavering belief in the Goddard system.

January 2012 - January 2013

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623-536-8185
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The Goddard School of Goodyear

School Highlights

Where They Start Matters

The Goddard Difference

Curriculum

Expert, Caring Teachers

Leading with Curiosity

Meet JoEllen On-Site Owner

Discover Our Classrooms

Infant

Toddlers

Twos

Bridge

Preschool

Pre-K

Additional Programs Offered

Private Kindergarten

Special Programs

Summer Fun

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Health and Safety

Food and Nutrition

Enrichment and Environment

Preview the Fun

Upcoming Events

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Awarding Excellence

COGNIA® ACCREDITATION & STEM CERTIFICATION

QUALITY FIRST

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

REGIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

CHILD CARE AWARE®

BEST CHILD CARE - WEST VALLEY VIEW

HUMANITARIAN AWARD

MARKET OF EXCELLENCE

NATIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR

LEADERSHIP AWARD

Ready To Learn More?

Goodyear

The Goddard School of

Goodyear