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.
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.
Put them in the lineup, coach 👀⚾️🎶
When our preschoolers are creative, curious, caring, and MORE >
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.
A little sneak peek into our magical weekend in Athens, GA. These kiddos, our crew, and were the absolute best. Can’t wait to share the final result ✨
Live from the field🎤: our tiny soccer stars with lots to say ⚽️
🔗 in bio to read about the benefit of team sports 🏅
06/30/2026
So many fun memories, such little storage left
POV: your preschool tour guides are 4 years old and somehow know exactly where what you want to see.
Asher and Ada showed us around the and yes, THEY NAILED IT! 👏🏼
06/26/2026
This summer, our little explorers are traveling the world! 🌍✈️ We started our adventure in Egypt, discovering new cultures and exciting histories.
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!
Their curiosity = their superpower💡
Join our FREE webinar in collaboration with to learn how curiosity shapes confident kids (and win exciting giveaways!)
📅 June 30 at 1 PM ET
🔗 in bio to register today!
04/22/2026
Happy Earth Day! 🌱 Our students celebrated with Ms. Alex, exploring the wonders of plant life and how to care for our environment. Each child planted their own flower and designed a personalized plant tag! 🌸🌿
04/14/2026
Happy Week of the Young Child! 🎉 Today was Tasty Tuesday, and our classrooms had a blast creating delicious foods and exploring fun recipes. 🍎👩🍳 Cooking activities promote teamwork, creativity, and healthy habits!
04/14/2026
What could a year at The Goddard School® do for your child? Find out by entering the Goddard Great Start Scholarship! Two families, one new and one currently enrolled, will have the opportunity to receive a full year of tuition to a Goddard School of their choosing.
All applicants will be entered to win one of four enriching at-home learning prize packages tailored to your child’s age! Bundles are valued at more than $700 and include open-ended materials like The Nugget® Original Play Couch™, loose parts play STEM kits, Rainbow Bricks and more!
Apply by May 1 at GoddardGreatStartScholarship.com.
No purchase necessary. Ends 5/1/26 at 11:59 PM ET. See link in bio for Official Rules.
04/08/2026
We are so glad to partner with this wonderful organization!
03/11/2026
You know your kid goes to Goddard when ☝
02/10/2026
From picky to "more, please!" 🍽️
If dinner has you questioning everything, this one’s for you. We’re teaming up with for a free, no-judgment webinar with picky-eating pros who get it. Here's what we're serving up 👇
🗓 Feb 24 | 1 PM ET
🥄 Why picky eating happens
🥄 Simple, realistic table strategies
🥄 Less stress, more calm
🥄 A chance to win one of three $150 dollar gift cards to Little Spoon
Tag a parent who needs this, save your seat at the link in comments and take a deep breath 😮💨
02/05/2026
This month's Teacher Spotlight goes to Miss Jamilex from our Bridge (2.5-3 year old) Classroom! Jamilex brings learning to life through her thoughtfully designed, engaging activities that spark curiosity and confidently prepare our Bridge children to transition to Preschool.
With great attention to detail, she creates a warm and nurturing environment where every child feels supported & encouraged to grow. Her strong partnerships with parents help to extend learning beyond the classroom, building trust and collaboration every step of the way. Jamilex's care and deep commitment for Early Childhood Education truly makes a lasting impact on both her children and their families. 🌟 We truly appreciate Miss Jamilex and all of the thoughtful ways she nurtures and inspires our Bridge 1 children. 💛
If you’re seeking a Two’s program where your child can build independence and develop essential social-emotional skills in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. Call us today at (203) 636-0100!
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450 Heights Road
Darien, CT
06820
Opening Hours
| Monday | 7am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 6pm |
| Friday | 7am - 6pm |