The Goddard School of

Toms River

732-240-2121
6:30 am - 6:00 pm
36 Bey Lea Road, Toms River, New Jersey 08753

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
After School Transportation
Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
American Sign Language
Art History
Before School
Before School Transportation
Biometric Entry Device

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Toms River, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. That's why we offer an expert curriculum, experienced teachers and a nurturing environment to provide the best foundation for their growth.

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 Suzanne Owner

I am one of the onsite owner's of The Goddard School of Toms River 1. I have my Bachelors Degree from Kean University with a double major in Psychology and in Education. I worked eight years for the Division of Youth & Family Protection investigating child abuse and neglect. I have volunteered as a soccer coach for the past 10 years and I also volunteer as a Cub Master for Pack 6 Cub Scout group. Much of my spare time is dedicated to children and our community. I believe the most important thing a teacher can do is look at each child as an individual. I thank you for putting your trust in our school.

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

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

The staff is like family, all of the teachers, directors and owners genuinely love the children they care for and definitely show how proud they are when the children grow and learn. My son has been enrolled at The Goddard School since he was 4 months old, he is now 20 months old and I can say he would not have learned the things he has if it wasn't for the teachers he has had.

John's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Communication, fun activities advanced school work

Soraya's Mother

Kindergarten Classroom

I love The Goddard School and so do my children. The teachers are great with my children. The security to enter the building puts my mind at ease throughout the day.

Adelia & Gia & GianLuca's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

I feel like my child is in a safe and well taken care of environment while I am at work. The staffing is great as well.

Omari'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

Air Purifying System

Biometric Entry Device

Custom Key Code Entry

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Hand Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Catering

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Order Food

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Chess

Computers

Digital Cameras

Engineering

Exploration Room

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

Microscope(s)

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

July 30

Summer Camp!
July 31

Summer Camp!
August 1

Summer Camp!
August 1

Pizza Friday!

Awarding Excellence

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

NAEYC ACCREDITED

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.

August 2018 - August 2028

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.

May 2023 - May 2024

GROW NJ KIDS

Level 4

Grow NJ Kids is a state-sponsored initiative to raise the quality of child care and early learning throughout New Jersey. Grow NJ Kids gives child care and early learning programs resources to assess and improve their programs, while providing parents with information that allows them to evaluate the quality of programs and make the best choices for their child. The goal is to create a system that encourages ongoing improvement.

June 2017 - June 2023

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Toms River

732-240-2121
• Open Monday-Friday
6:30 am - 6:00 pm

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