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The Goddard School At The Goddard School, we're more than just a daycare. The Goddard School is a private preschool, offering childcare to infants and toddlers to pre-k.

Our programs are designed to nurture each child's curiosity in a safe and caring environment. The Goddard School® offers innovative education and personalized care for infants through pre-k.

09/16/2026

The best place for early learning and development.

09/06/2026

And what even is the difference between daycare and preschool?
Read about this and more—resources, tips, and activities for parents like you.

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08/11/2026

Even more things preschoolers understand better than adults…

🍱meal prep by someone else (a la )
🖊️putting your name on everything (thank you )
🕺🏼random dance parties
🤫Saying what you really think

What’d we miss??👇

08/05/2026

Every Goddard class has their own schedule, but here’s a peek of how a day can look:

9am: Morning meeting ☀️
Songs, check-ins and questions spark curiosity and connection.

11am: Outdoor Learning & Play 🍃
Climb, dig, build and explore the natural world.

12pm: Lunch! 🍎
Time to refuel and connect.

3pm: Learning Centers 🎨
Choice-driven play builds independence and imagination.

08/04/2026

Your Daily Sheet the Musical 🕺

Raise your hands if you can finish the lyrics: 🎵“They're your friendly neighborhood spiders, and they're teamwork can’t ...
08/01/2026

Raise your hands if you can finish the lyrics: 🎵“They're your friendly neighborhood spiders, and they're teamwork can’t be ___”🕷️🙋🏽‍♀️

07/27/2026

The thing about a Goddard preschooler is they’re going to be curious. Keep the questions coming 👏

07/22/2026

Personally, we’d hire them as videographers 📹

07/22/2026

Kindergarten readiness can show up in everyday moments, not just big milestones. A few signals to notice:

1. They’re building confidence to try things independently. Examples: walking into a room first, asking for help, or giving something new a try.
2. They’re starting to recognize the letters in their name, even if they’re not reading just yet.
3. They’re showing care and responsibility at home. This could include things like helping pack a bag, feeding a pet, putting away toys, or getting through part of their routine with a little more ease.

Every child grows at their own pace - and readiness looks different for every family. Their preschool teachers can are a great partner in noticing strengths, celebrating progress, and helping you think through what comes next.

07/20/2026

Kindergarten readiness can show up in everyday moments, not just big milestones. A few signals to notice:

1. They’re building confidence to try things independently. Examples: walking into a room first, asking for help, or giving something new a try.

2. They’re starting to recognize the letters in their name, even if they’re not reading just yet.

3. They’re showing care and responsibility at home. This could include things like helping pack a bag, feeding a pet, putting away toys, or getting through part of their routine with a little more ease.

Every child grows at their own pace - and readiness looks different for every family. Their preschool teachers can be a great partner in noticing strengths, celebrating progress, and helping you think through what comes next.

07/15/2026

Put them in the lineup, coach 👀⚾️🎶

What an incredible Family Fun Day! 🎉💙We were thrilled to welcome a couple hundred of our current families and community ...
07/14/2026

What an incredible Family Fun Day! 🎉💙

We were thrilled to welcome a couple hundred of our current families and community members for a fun-filled morning this past Saturday at The Goddard School of Canton!

We had games, face painting, amazing balloon art, ice cream, and popsicles, there were smiles everywhere we looked. It was such a joy to see children laughing, playing, and making memories while families connected with one another and our school community.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so special. We feel incredibly grateful to be part of such an amazing community and can't wait to do it again!

07/08/2026

When our preschoolers are creative, curious, caring, and MORE >

07/08/2026

Dream job of the week: Glitter House Painter 🏠✨ While ambitions may change, the confidence they build through learning, exploring, and trying new things is here to stay.

07/02/2026

🥹 Our Goddard teachers truly are the best.
Drop some love for your favorite teacher below 👇

Feeling nostalgic?We’re teaming up with the experts at Highlights to bring you a free Parenting with Goddard webinar on ...
06/22/2026

Feeling nostalgic?

We’re teaming up with the experts at Highlights to bring you a free Parenting with Goddard webinar on how curiosity is the key to your child’s confidence! You’ll learn the importance of their million questions a day, why curiosity matters now more than ever and how children who are encouraged to wonder are well-rounded and ready for what tomorrow brings.

✨PLUS✨ five live attendees will be randomly selected to win a one-year subscription to Highlights and a bundle of books also from Highlights.

📅When: June 30 at 1 PM ET

🔗Use the link in bio to register today!

🐠🦁❄️🌴 Exploring Animal Habitats Through Play and Creativity!Our toddlers have been learning all about animal habitats as...
06/04/2026

🐠🦁❄️🌴 Exploring Animal Habitats Through Play and Creativity!

Our toddlers have been learning all about animal habitats as part of our "Where Do Animals Live?" theme. Throughout the week, they explored a variety of environments and the animals that call them home.

The children learned about aquatic habitats by discovering fish and other water-dwelling creatures. Using fish catchers, they scooped animals from the water, strengthening fine motor skills while learning about life beneath the surface.

After reading stories about animal homes, the children put their knowledge into action by creating their own habitats using craft materials. Cotton became snowy landscapes, blue paper represented water habitats, and green paper transformed into jungles. They then matched animals to their correct environments, reinforcing what they had learned through hands-on exploration.

These engaging activities encouraged curiosity about the natural world while building creativity, critical thinking, and fine motor skills. We love seeing our young learners discover new concepts through play! ❤️

☀️ Summer parenting hack: Get your kids in on planning a summer bucket list and steal these ideas from us. It will give ...
06/04/2026

☀️ Summer parenting hack: Get your kids in on planning a summer bucket list and steal these ideas from us. It will give your more options than doing another park day.

♻️ Turning trash into treasure! 🎨Our Pre-K students have been learning about the importance of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. A...
06/01/2026

♻️ Turning trash into treasure! 🎨

Our Pre-K students have been learning about the importance of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. As part of their exploration, they transformed recycled newspapers into a fun paper mâché art project!

Through this hands-on activity, children discovered that everyday items don't always have to be thrown away—they can be reused and turned into something creative and meaningful. Along the way, they practiced teamwork, strengthened fine motor skills, and gained a better understanding of how recycling helps our environment.

We love seeing our young learners use their imaginations while learning how to care for our world! 🌎💚

Address

6697 N. Canton Center Road
Canton, MI
48187

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+17344544737

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