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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

Sometimes you don’t know what the must-haves for preschool and daycare are until you actually experience them 💙

09/16/2026

The best place for early learning and development.

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.

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Curious minds grow big ideas.💡🌱At The Goddard School of Stony Brook, we encourage children to ask questions, explore the...
08/30/2026

Curious minds grow big ideas.💡🌱

At The Goddard School of Stony Brook, we encourage children to ask questions, explore their surroundings and discover the world through hands-on learning and play. Because every “why?” and “what if?” is an opportunity to learn something new. 💙

How much screen time is too much? 📱Screens are a part of everyday life, and using them doesn’t mean you’re doing somethi...
08/29/2026

How much screen time is too much? 📱

Screens are a part of everyday life, and using them doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. For young children, the goal is balance, boundaries and intentional use.

A few tips from The Goddard School® for building healthy screen habits:

👶 Under 18 months: Avoid screen time, except for video calls.
🧒 Ages 2–5: Aim for no more than 1 hour per day of high-quality programming.
🤝 Co-view when possible: Talk about what your child is watching and connect it to the real world.
⏰ Set clear routines: Try screen-free mealtimes, bedrooms and the hour before bed.
🎨 Prioritize hands-on play: Reading, building, pretending, exploring and outdoor play remain essential for development.

And most importantly, give yourself some grace. If your child gets extra screen time while you make dinner or get something done, you haven’t failed. Parenting is about finding what works for your family. ❤️

Read the full Parent’s Guide to Screen Time Use By Age from The Goddard School® for more practical tips.

That’s a wrap on Summer Camp! ☀️💙What a summer it’s been at The Goddard School of Stony Brook! From special visitors and...
08/28/2026

That’s a wrap on Summer Camp! ☀️💙

What a summer it’s been at The Goddard School of Stony Brook! From special visitors and creative projects to outdoor adventures, sports, and plenty of play, our campers made so many memories along the way.

A huge thank you to our teachers, families, special guests, and of course, our amazing campers for making this summer so much fun! Until next summer! 🌈✨

Strong minds, kind hearts, and a love of learning. 💙At The Goddard School, play is more than just fun. It’s how children...
08/24/2026

Strong minds, kind hearts, and a love of learning. 💙

At The Goddard School, play is more than just fun. It’s how children explore, build confidence, practice problem-solving, develop social skills and discover the world around them. Every moment of play is an opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Happy National Poets Day! ✨Anyone could be a poet. You don’t need to be famous, published, or even perfect with words. P...
08/21/2026

Happy National Poets Day! ✨

Anyone could be a poet. You don’t need to be famous, published, or even perfect with words. Poetry begins with imagination, feeling, and the courage to put your thoughts into words.

Dr. Seuss showed us how rhythm, rhyme, and a playful imagination can bring words to life. 📖💫

So today, celebrate the poet in you—and remember: everyone has a story worth putting into words. ❤️

✨ We had a very special visit yesterday from The Magic of Amore! 🎩🪄 Our little learners were amazed by all the fun, surp...
08/20/2026

✨ We had a very special visit yesterday from The Magic of Amore! 🎩🪄 Our little learners were amazed by all the fun, surprises, and magical moments throughout the show. There were plenty of smiles, giggles, and excited faces as everyone enjoyed this special experience together!

Days like today remind us that learning can be filled with a little extra magic. ✨ We sure know how to have fun at The Goddard School! 💛

✨ Big news—there’s room in our Twos classroom! Don’t miss the chance to join our Goddard family.Click the link in bio to...
08/18/2026

✨ Big news—there’s room in our Twos classroom! Don’t miss the chance to join our Goddard family.

Click the link in bio to schedule your tour today!

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.

Address

211 Hallock Road
Stony Brook, NY
11790

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+16312482288

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