The Goddard School

10/07/2026

Choosing the right preschool is about more than location, tuition, and hours. 🤎 The Goddard School

Before choosing a preschool, ask the questions that really matter:

✨ How will my child actually learn?
✨ Will their interests be supported?
✨ Is learning through play truly intentional?
✨ How will their social and emotional development be supported?
✨ What will their day actually look like?
✨ How will they build friendships?
✨ What makes this preschool different?

The right preschool should provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn through play, build confidence, develop meaningful relationships, and grow at their own pace. 🌱

We believe early childhood education should help children become curious, confident, capable learners who are excited about the world around them.

Save this post for your next preschool tour and use these questions to help you find the right fit for your family. 🤎

10/06/2026

OCTOBER 2026 CALENDAR 🍁

09/16/2026

The best place for early learning and development.

09/09/2026

We’re welcoming new families for the upcoming school year. Join us on a Wednesday morning tour at 10:30 am and see the Goddard difference for yourself. The Goddard School 📍 Livingston, NJ | Link in bio to schedule your visit.

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!

09/04/2026

09/02/2026

SEPTEMBER 2026 Calendar 💙

08/19/2026

This isn’t a staged promotional video! This is our real community story. ❤️ The Goddard School
The owner you see here and the family featured in this video truly walked our halls. Families trusted us with their children’s early years and saw their kids flourish firsthand.
Seeing 98% of Goddard students meet or exceed academic expectations upon entering elementary school isn’t just a statistic on paper for us, it’s the live experience of families right here in our neighborhood.
Guided by our caring teachers, every day is thoughtfully designed to nurture confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning through hands-on play.
We are so proud to share a genuine glimpse into our school, guided by leadership that is truly present and families who are at the heart of everything we do. 💫 https://vimeo.com/1217646565/21bdcb8094?&login=true =_

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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 🕺

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.