The Goddard School in Short Pump, is a team of faculty, parents, and children who care deeply to create a home away from home. Welcome to The Goddard School!
We strongly believe we are in it together to provide the safest place to nurture the love of learning for your child. Our goal is to be a resource for families and a community where parents can share information and learn from each other.
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09/26/2023
So your bundle of joy has transformed into a mini daredevil. Time to break out the pool noodles! Curiosity is a healthy part of growing up. Make your home a safe place for them to explore with these babyproofing hacks.
Check out our website for more baby safety resources: https://bit.ly/3Ps7N9Q
09/21/2023
Is your baby ready for solid foods? 🥑 You’ll know it’s time when they can sit up mostly unassisted.
Follow these tips to make mealtime safe and fun!
For details and more Baby Safety Month resources, visit our website: https://bit.ly/3Ps7N9Q
Back to school means back to packing lunches. If you dread this daily task, try some of these easy lunch hacks!
🍎 Slice an apple and then wrap it up with a rubber band to prevent browning.
🍎 Use cookie cutters to make sandwiches into fun shapes like flowers or hearts.
🍎 Take smaller, metal cookie cutters to slice shapes into fruits and veggies. Apples, carrots, cucumbers and melons work great!
🍎 Flatten sandwich bread with a rolling pin, fill it with your choice of foods like hummus and cucumbers, roll it up and slice to make sandwich rollups.
🍎 Add sprinkles to almost any food to make it more enticing! Sprinkles can also be savory — like chia or h**p seeds.
Visit our website for more back-to-school tips and resources: https://bit.ly/3rIItmC
09/12/2023
Has your little one ever caught you off guard by dropping a verbal bomb (bonus points if it was in public)?🙊 Maybe your child struggles with separation anxiety and you feel like you’re glued together. How about those attention-seeking theatrics that deserve an Oscar? 🎭 We've been there, too, and have experts who can help! Register to attend our free webinar on Tuesday, October 10, at 1 PM ET for strategies to help curb inappropriate language, ease separation anxiety and understand attention-seeking behaviors: https://bit.ly/3Rv8EVJ
Early Childhood Webinars & Parenting Help - The Goddard School Our team of early childhood education and development experts host insightful parenting webinars. Register for past, current, and future webinars here!
09/08/2023
With Grandparents’ Day coming up on September 10, Lee Scott, Chair of our Educational Advisory Board, shares a few activities that can help your child show their grandparents just how loved and appreciated they are ❤️
Three Ways to Celebrate Grandparents’ Day With Your Child By Lee Scott, Chairperson of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board Per a recent study, 42% of working parents rely on grandparents for childcare. These generational role models play a crucial part in their families’ lives, often providing much-needed support for households across the c...
09/07/2023
Look at these happy little learners! 😍 We’re so excited to welcome them back to The Goddard School®. Show us your child’s first day of school pictures in the comments below!
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The Goddard School (Sanford - Lake Mary Heathrow)
The Goddard School (Marlboro - Morganville)
The Goddard School (Redmond Ridge)
The Goddard School (Forest Hill)
The Goddard School (West Orange)
The Goddard School (Woodbridge)
The Goddard School (Horsham)
09/06/2023
It's National Read a Book Day, and we’re celebrating our little readers! From as early as 6 weeks old, Goddard helps children develop a love of reading because it has immense benefits like improving visual, cognitive, language and social-emotional development. It’s never too early or too late to start — here are some ways to read with children at every age and stage!
📖 Choose durable books for infants. Touching, holding and mouthing are all part of their learning process!
📖 Make it interactive with toddlers. Point out pictures, ask questions like, “can you find the sun?” or “how do you think they feel?” and bring the story to life with sound effects.
📖 Ask your preschooler to choose the books. This supports their self-expression and decision-making skills.
📖 Pick stories that have rhymes and repeat the rhyming words together with your pre-k or kindergartner. This helps them with letter-sound recognition as they get ready to learn to read on their own.
Find more reading tips for every age on our website: https://bit.ly/3GO0qE5
Does your child struggle with any of these behaviors? You’re not alone! Our experts, including Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Lauren (Starnes) Loquasto, have hosted webinars on navigating challenging behaviors like biting, tantrums and separation anxiety. Visit our website and register for free access to all of the recordings. And keep an eye out for upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3Rv8EVJ
How’s your child feeling about school lately? 🤔
Even if they love learning as much as these Goddard students, it’s easy to forget how much fun school can be (we get it — summer is fun, too!). Luckily, it's easy to reconnect with what makes school exciting. (Hint: Routines are important.)
Visit our website for back-to-school resources: https://bit.ly/3rIItmC
08/24/2023
Raise your hand if your summer has felt like a never-ending clean up! ✋
08/23/2023
Going back to school can be a challenging time for little ones. Lee Scott, Chair of our Educational Advisory Board, recently joined CBS 58 to discuss easing the back-to-school transition for families and children through the best way we know how — books!
Recommended books to ease the back-to-school transition for families MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Goddard School has recommended books designed to teach children skills ranging from self-management to social awareness, bridging the gap between home and school for the ba
Watch our Chairman and CEO, Dennis R. Maple, surprise Katie Engels with the news that she’s the 2023 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship winner! And try not to cry with them.
Katie graduated from The Goddard School of Piscataway in 2011. Congrats, Katie — we wish you all the luck in your future career as a nurse!
Check out our website to learn more about Katie: https://bit.ly/3RBC84h
🐌 ABCs, dancing and… snails?
Those are just a few things these Goddard students learned from their teachers. No wonder they love them so much! Still, reuniting with teachers (or meeting new ones) is a big change. Help your child feel as excited as these students with back-to-school resources on our website: https://bit.ly/3rIItmC
Happy National Tell a Joke Day! It’s one of our favorite holidays – after all, you can’t beat the comedic ingenuity of a four-year old. 🤣 Just listen to these Goddard students’ jokes!
Their punchlines weren’t written for grown-up ears… but you’re still giggling, right?
What’s your child’s favorite joke? Share it in the comments!
08/08/2023
Reading stories makes going back to school a breeze! 📚 Highlighting key social-emotional skills, these books from Life Lesson Library help prepare your child to confidently embrace change, make friends and explore the world around them.
Explore relationship skills at the zoo with a mischievous gorilla, discover how a single dot can unleash a child’s creativity and learn self-management with Llama!
Visit our website for more recommended reads: https://bit.ly/3rIItmC
Have you ever worried about your child’s behavior? Beyond the occasional window licking or eating your pet’s food. 🙃 Well, you’re not alone. According to a recent study conducted by OnePoll and The Goddard School®, 83% of parents with children ages 0-6 are worried about their children’s behavior. The top three concerns are sleeping habits (48%), aggression (46%) and separation anxiety (44%).
Read the article on our website to find tips and tricks that will help you navigate challenging behaviors. https://bit.ly/3OxSSKJ
07/31/2023
Routines: not everyone loves them, but they work wonders — for little ones and grown-ups.
✔️ Create simple routines like a predictable bedtime to boost comfort and security.
✔️ Set expectations with your child by preparing them for what’s next, whether it’s bath time in five minutes or a countdown to the first day of school.
✔️ Throughout the routines, stay present with your little one and go through them together.
Check out our website for more tips: https://bit.ly/44R4mOS
07/27/2023
Grab your tissues! Look at these Goddard grads’ first day of school vs. graduation day. They grow up so fast. Is your child a Goddard grad? Show us a picture of them then and now (we promise to only cry a little).
📸: The Goddard School
07/25/2023
School is better with friends! But relationships take work, even for our little ones. Set your child up for a lifetime of healthy friendships by giving them the tools they need while leaving plenty of space to try their new relationship-building skills.
Head to our website for detailed tips: https://bit.ly/3rIItmC
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The Goddard School of Aubrey
The Goddard School of Decatur
It’s 🌎 Emoji Day! Can your little one bring their favorite emoji to life with as much zeal as these Goddard students? 🤔😎😘😬 Give it a try and tag us, or just comment your favorite emoji below!
07/13/2023
If you couldn’t attend our webinar on navigating challenging childhood behaviors, don’t worry! You can visit our website to register for free access to the recording: https://bit.ly/3Rv8EVJ
07/11/2023
Ice Cream Tuesdays might be the best part of Summer Camp! 🍦
07/07/2023
Summer is in full swing, which means it’s time to soak up the sun ☀️ When the temperature gets a little too hot, we love to cool down with some fun water activities. Visit our website for some of our favorite summertime water activities – no pool required: https://bit.ly/3rij0Ae
06/28/2023
If you need some ideas to occupy your little ones this summer, check out our website for inspiration: https://bit.ly/3IWl078
06/28/2023
Look at the amazing animals we got to see! 🐰🐷🐴 Thank you Teeny Tiny Farms! What a great way to kick off Summer Camp!
We had a great time singing and dancing along to Peter McCory's One Man Band. 🎶
Summer Camp is off to a great start!
06/27/2023
Swimming season is finally here! Make a splash all summer long with these important water safety tips.
🌊 Make sure you child wears a U.S. Coastguard-approved life vest near open water.
🌊 Never leave children unattended near any water.
🌊 Dress your child in a brightly colored swimsuit so they’re easy to see.
Visit our website for more summer safety tips: https://bit.ly/42R7BV1
06/22/2023
The Goddard Schools in Chicago and the surrounding area recently participated in a Cradles to Crayons drive throughout the month of May, collecting much needed items for children in need such as wipes, diapers, clothes, pajamas and more. In total, the 19 participating schools donated enough materials to impact 250 families in the Chicago area!
06/22/2023
We had an amazing time painting at Muse Paintbar earlier this month! Such a fun way to celebrate our amazing teachers 🥰
06/21/2023
Congrats to all the 2023 Goddard grads! They’re ready to take on the world and continue their lifelong love of learning. Is your child a Goddard grad? Tell us your favorite memory from their time at The Goddard School®.
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The Goddard School of Woodbridge
The Goddard School of Gilbertsville
06/19/2023
Happy Juneteenth! This important day, which took place in Texas on June 19, 1865, is known as America’s second Independence Day. Juneteenth has become a federal holiday that acknowledges the end of slavery and honors the rich culture, achievements and history of Black Americans. Check out some of the projects Goddard Schools have created to celebrate this momentous event.
Wishing all the dads, stepdads, uncles, grandpas and father figures a very Happy Father’s Day! Listen to these Goddard students at The Goddard School of Wayne, PA talk about why they love their dads.
06/14/2023
Take your summer to the next level with these easy hacks!
• If you’re little one isn’t a fan of sunscreen, make it a game and paint it on with a make-up brush!
• If beach days are in your future, keep the sand there using talc-free baby powder. It will wipe off easily.
• Sticky popsicles are a child’s must-have in warm weather. Prevent a mess using cupcake liners to catch any drips.
• No bathroom for miles? No problem! Bring a training potty with you for road trips. Stick a disposable diaper in the potty for even easier clean up.
Visit our website for more summer fun: https://bit.ly/3IWl078
06/12/2023
Is your child a stubborn sleeper, body explorer extraordinaire or a volcano of emotion? Join our free webinar on July 11 at 1 PM ET for strategies to make bedtime a breeze, turn body exploration into education and tame aggression with ease. No judgment, just expert tips from Dr. Lauren Starnes and Dr. Jack Maypole to help you conquer the chaos with a smile.
Visit our website to register today: https://bit.ly/3Rv8EVJ
Early Childhood Webinars & Parenting Help - The Goddard School Our team of early childhood education and development experts host insightful parenting webinars. Register for past, current, and future webinars here!
06/09/2023
Children’s big feelings can overwhelm even the most seasoned families. Find out how to stay calm and collected with some advice from our Chief Academic Officer Dr. Lauren Starnes in an interview with Romper.
Expert Advice: How To Handle Your Child's (Completely Normal) Boundary Pushing & Tantrums Step one: Remain calm.
06/08/2023
From silly smiles to big bear hugs, Goddard is where best friends are made! Share a photo of your child and their BFF in the comments. Happy National Best Friends Day!
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The Goddard School of Decatur
The Goddard School of Marlboro (Morganville)
The Goddard School of Horsham
The Goddard School of Woodbridge
Looking for a fun and easy activity for the summer? Try making your own sidewalk chalk! You just need a few ingredients and within a day you and your little ones will be making chalk-art masterpieces!
Check out our website for more summer activities: https://bit.ly/3nCMNSj
06/01/2023
We’re committed to providing a safe community for everyone because we believe that kindness, empathy and understanding are the building blocks for a better world. Let’s spread love, embrace differences and make this world brighter one rainbow at a time — happy Pride Month! 🌈
05/30/2023
It’s National Creativity Day! One of our favorite books that teaches children about harnessing their creativity is Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg. This book depicts artistic “mistakes” that have been transformed into something new and wonderful. We use this book to teach children that mistakes are opportunities, not failures.
Visit GoddardSchool.com for more ideas to help cultivate creativity in your child.
05/26/2023
We love Ms. Gayathri 🥰
The Infant teachers showered Ms. Gayathri with love today. We can't wait to meet your baby boy, Gayathri!
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