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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.

10/15/2026

WE'VE GOT IT ALL! Sometimes you don’t know what the must-haves for preschool are until you actually experience them
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SOLE-MATES IN TRAINING! Uh-oh... all our shoes got mixed up in one big bag! Our little detectives pulled them out one by...
10/13/2026

SOLE-MATES IN TRAINING! Uh-oh... all our shoes got mixed up in one big bag! Our little detectives pulled them out one by one, using observation and problem-solving skills to figure out who each shoe belonged to. It was a fun way to practice matching, memory, and paying attention to details while sharing lots of laughs along the way!
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STICKING TO CREATIVITY! Our little artists were torn between colors... so they used them all! Today, we strengthened our...
10/10/2026

STICKING TO CREATIVITY! Our little artists were torn between colors... so they used them all! Today, we strengthened our fine motor skills by tearing colorful paper and creating a beautiful sticky collage together. As we added our pieces, we shared our ideas and talked about the colors, shapes, and designs we created. What a tear-rific way to learn and collaborate!
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COLOR US IMPRESSED! Our little artists paired up for some finger painting fun! Using different primary colors, each part...
10/08/2026

COLOR US IMPRESSED! Our little artists paired up for some finger painting fun! Using different primary colors, each partner worked together to discover what new colors they could create. Through teamwork, creativity, and a little messy fun, we mixed, blended, and explored the magic of color!
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09/16/2026

The best place for early learning and development.

GRANDPARENTS MAKE EVERY DAY A LITTLE SWEETER! Thank you to all of our wonderful grandparents who stopped by to celebrate...
09/13/2026

GRANDPARENTS MAKE EVERY DAY A LITTLE SWEETER! Thank you to all of our wonderful grandparents who stopped by to celebrate Grandparents Day with us! We hope you enjoyed grabbing some trail mix on your way out with your little ones.
We’re so grateful for the love, laughter, and memories you bring to our families. Happy Grandparents Day!
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PEPPER THE GARDEN WITH FUN! Our little gardeners had a vine time helping harvest peppers from our garden! As they carefu...
09/11/2026

PEPPER THE GARDEN WITH FUN! Our little gardeners had a vine time helping harvest peppers from our garden! As they carefully picked each pepper, they explored where food comes from, practiced fine motor skills, and took pride in caring for something they helped grow. Hands-on learning is always in season!
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FUR-GET ME NOT... I'M LEARNING SPANISH! Our little learners had a paws-itively fun time learning how to say cat and dog ...
09/09/2026

FUR-GET ME NOT... I'M LEARNING SPANISH! Our little learners had a paws-itively fun time learning how to say cat and dog in Spanish! Through songs, conversation, and playful activities, they practiced new vocabulary while strengthening their language skills. We love watching our students grow their confidence one word at a time!
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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!

SCARF YOU READY OR NOT, HERE WE POP! We hid our faces behind scarves and listened closely to a fun song, popping out wit...
09/05/2026

SCARF YOU READY OR NOT, HERE WE POP! We hid our faces behind scarves and listened closely to a fun song, popping out with big smiles whenever we heard our names! This playful activity encouraged listening skills, name recognition, and self-awareness while keeping everyone engaged and excited. Peek-a-boo has never been so much fun!
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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??👇

08/04/2026

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 ___”🕷️🙋🏽‍♀️

07/28/2026

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.

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.

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251 Outcropping Way
Folsom, CA
95630

Opening Hours

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

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