The Goddard School of

Sparks

775-626-5678
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
751 Los Altos Parkway, Sparks, Nevada 89436

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Art History
Art History
Art History
Chess
Chess
Computers
Engineering

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Sparks, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We are committed to providing quality care for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. Our locally family-owned and operated, Cognia-Accredited school has been inspiring joyful, confident learners for 17+ years. With a STEAM-based curriculum and highly qualified teachers, we foster inquiry-driven, play-based learning in a fun, safe, and enriching environment. We proudly support military families by accepting the Child Care Aware program. Schedule a tour today to experience The Goddard Difference!

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 John, Jody and Kristen Owner

John and Jody, our original owners, opened The Goddard School in 2008. Jody earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development and has worked with children for over 35 years. Mrs. Jody’s experience has made her aware of the significance of providing a quality preschool setting with caring, professional teachers. John graduated from CSU, Northridge with his degree in Kinesiology. After an extensive background in management/customer service and working with children as a coach, he wanted to operate a business that played an important role in the community. Kristen officially joined The Goddard Family in 2017 to support the ownership team. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation and Hospitality from CSU, Chico. Ms. Kristen has an extensive background with customer service from her work experience at The Ritz-Carlton and she is excited to operate a school that incorporates learning for life and for fun. All Owners are CPR, First Aid certified and completed a background check.

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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

Special Programs

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

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

The staff/owners are amazing and go above and beyond. My children love going to school. I feel they get a great jumpstart to their education and have fun while doing it.

Charlotte & Evan (Easton)'s Mother

Toddler Classroom

Amazing place. My five year old has attended for two years and could easily start second grade tomorrow and be at the front of her class.

Zoe & Addison & Antonio & Raiza & Salem's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Thank you for always allowing my child to express herself and navigate her development through your curriculum. We love the professionalism and kindness from each staff member!

Sophia's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Structure! This school provides structure for my child who has had a lot of trauma in his 4 little years of life. He is learning so much and thriving here.

Vincent's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

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

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Halo

Hand Scanner

Key Fobs

Outdoor Security Cameras

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Chess

Computers

Engineering

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

Music Appreciation

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

July 30

I'm Home

10 - 11 AM
July 31

Do You Want Me to Listen or To Help?

10 - 11 AM
August 1

Mismatch Day
August 1

Sun Fade Photos

10 - 11 AM

Awarding Excellence

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

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.

February 2024

COGNIA® ACCREDITED

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 2023 - January 2029

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.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR OPERATIONS

The Circle of Excellence Award for Operations recognizes Goddard Schools with the highest-rated educational programs and exceptional operational efficiency. Franchisees who earn this award have established a strong management team and cohesive work culture that empowers faculty and staff to execute a high-quality education program that delivers a warm, positive experience for children. Schools that earn this award represent some of the most well-run businesses in our system.

January 2019 - January 2023

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB

The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.

January 2015 - January 2019

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 2018 - January 2019

HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD

The Health & Safety Award honors the top franchisee or franchisees who have gone above and beyond to provide the highest health and safety standards for the children.

January 2014 - January 2015

SECURE EDUCATION CONSULTANTS (SEC)

Secure Education Consultants is a company owned and operated by former US Secret Service Agents designed to help us take our safety and security to the highest level possible. SEC is a group of highly-skilled security and protection experts. The SEC team specializes in analyzing facilities, developing Emergency Preparedness Plans, and preparing faculty and staff to appropriately confront emergencies of all kinds.

THE CHAMBER - RENO-SPARKS-NORTHERN NEVADA

The Chamber, serving Reno, Sparks and Northern Nevada is a valuable resource for local businesses. The Chamber allows businesses to connect with and support each other and the community through a variety of networking opportunities.

BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) gathers and archives information it receives from consumers about businesses, both locally and nationally. The BBB alerts the public to the reliability of a business and/or frauds against consumers and businesses. The BBB provides information on ethical business practices, and act as mutually trusted intermediaries between consumers and businesses to resolve disputes.

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Sparks

775-626-5678
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