The Goddard School

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.

💛 Celebrating Grandparents’ Day! 💛We had such a special time celebrating Grandparents’ Day at The Goddard School of Dari...
09/15/2026

💛 Celebrating Grandparents’ Day! 💛

We had such a special time celebrating Grandparents’ Day at The Goddard School of Darien! Our classrooms were filled with extra smiles, hugs, and special moments as grandparents joined their grandchildren for a visit. 🥰 There’s something so special about grandparents getting to step into their grandchild’s world and experience a little glimpse of their day-to-day life at school!

Thank you to all of the grandparents who took the time to visit and make the day so memorable. We loved having you here! 💕

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.

Head to the link in the comments!

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 📹

07/20/2026

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 👀⚾️🎶

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.

This summer, our little explorers are traveling the world! 🌍✈️ We started our adventure in Egypt, discovering new cultur...
06/26/2026

This summer, our little explorers are traveling the world! 🌍✈️ We started our adventure in Egypt, discovering new cultures and exciting histories.

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!

Happy Earth Day! 🌱 Our students celebrated with Ms. Alex, exploring the wonders of plant life and how to care for our en...
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! 🌸🌿

Happy Week of the Young Child! 🎉 Today was Tasty Tuesday, and our classrooms had a blast creating delicious foods and ex...
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!

What could a year at The Goddard School® do for your child? Find out by entering the Goddard Great Start Scholarship! Tw...
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.

We are so glad to partner with this wonderful organization!
04/08/2026

We are so glad to partner with this wonderful organization!

Address

450 Heights Road
Darien, CT
06820

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+12036360100

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