Our first daughter started Goddard in the infant room after we took her to the next best competitor in the area. We did not feel right at the competitor, felt security was lacking, later heard about a child that was checked out and left in a room by himself before his parent arrived along with another child being fed his breast milk... In the end, our gut was correct, not that we needed that subsequent justification to know how happy we have been with Goddard.
My daughter has now grown through five classrooms, and we've never been disappointed. It all starts with the teachers, each of whom has been an amazing choice at the school, even the teachers who have departed have all been wonderful. They are constantly engaged and the kids absolutely adore them, which lets me know the teachers are working hard and treating my child right. More importantly, the right teachers have been hired to challenge our kids. While you feel like your child and their peers are pushing the threshold of their capabilities in knowledge, skills, math, and language, it becomes VERY apparent when you see them interact with children outside of Goddard. I know it's not just my daughter either, because we're around her peers who are similarly advanced. It's really a tribute to the school and the staff hired by T.J. And Kelly.
As far as T.J. And Kelly, they are amazingly accommodating and flexible, and they truly care about the quality of care and education our kids are receiving. They are wide open to dealing with any issues and suggestions, and they have really made Goddard a school, not a daycare.
It may surprise you, but the cost of Goddard is nearly identical to KinderCare from our understanding, except Goddard doesn't accept public assistance.
As far as facilities and activities, the teachers execute multiple planned events and curriculums to ensure the kids are exposed to a variety of topics through toys, crafts, iPads, and other tools the teachers have at their disposal that we simply can't provide our kid at home. The facilities are clean and the rooms are utilized in a way that your child often gets to interact with their older peers. I personally believe this helps with transitions to new rooms and with developmental milestones by utilizing positive peer pressure and exposure.
Look, every school is going to have an issue here or there. It's the nature of a business, but it's how you manage a and respond to the issues. As far as I know, Goddard has avoided major issues and has taken immediate action when any issue has arisen. It's abundantly clear that they care about the kids, parents, and their staff. And, the college graduates and daycare professionals are so wonderful as they develop your child.
In fact, with our second child started Goddard and we have complete faith that she will surpass expectations with the same care our first child has received, thus far. So far, we haven't been disappointed and believe number two is receiving additional benefits our first child didn't... If that was even possible!
I would be incredibly deflated if we had to go anywhere else. Like I said, here's your novel. I hope you found it informative and hope if you are fortunate enough, you consider sending your child to Goddard!
