The Goddard School

My husband and I toured many different daycares in the area when I was pregnant. We had settled on two: primrose and Goddard. When we went back to Goddard (because they allowed us to tour an incredible amount of times… so we could make sure we were making the right decision) we knew this was the place for our son and I instantly called and cancelled our tour with Primrose. The owner, Val, is simply wonderful — she’s patient, informative, and (most importantly) available. So, it was set… our baby boy was going to Goddard. Our baby arrived and at four months of age, we sent him to the infant room at Goddard. I simply CANNOT say enough wonderful things about Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Amberina. They are amazing caregivers to all the babies and I never felt like my little one was just another baby they had to look after. Our son took about two days to adjust and he has never looked back. To this day, he has not cried when I say goodbye in the morning. He is ahead of his developmental markers and I attribute most of his success to the Goddard School. Does he get sick? Yes, but in his 13 months of life he has only been sick twice. Our son moved up to the next class (first steps) at 8 months of age and I was not sure how everything would go — they were expecting him to sit at a table and nap on a mat. I laughed at both of these expectations BUT he did both of them! He loves his class — he wakes up every morning and says «go go» and «scho» (school). I am happy to answer any questions that a parent has about Goddard and can be reached at
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I am the grandmother of a two year old who has been attending Goddard for several months. As one who very frequently picks the child up and who spends a little time in the classroom, I feel I can provide a helpful review. My daughter was on the verge of selecting Montessori, but based on highly complimentary comments from a friend about her grandchildren’s experience at an Austin area Goddard School, I suggested to my daughter that she at least interview the Southlake Goddard. While both schools had much to recommend them, my daughter and her husband chose Goddard.
I believe they made the right choice for their little girl. When an only child who has been very sheltered is excited to go to school, you know something very good is occurring. She is not only growing exponentially in vocabulary (she had been somewhat language delayed), she is learning letters and colors, and equally important, she is also learning how to conduct herself around other children.
However, as thorough, thoughtfully planned, and well executed as the Goddard curriculum is, that means little if the people engaging in such activities are not caring while concomitantly able to maintain order. From the owner, Val, to the director, Jennifer, and all the front office staff, and of course the splendid teachers, you will find that your observations are addressed, and that their observations are presented respectfully and thoughtfully. All of this is done in a timely manner.
Their respect for the children is genuine. From the time I walk in the door, to the time I leave, my little girl is addressed by name and greeted. I have seen the staff stop and assist children kindly. I have seen them working hard to understand the little ones who are learning to speak. I have seen the non-​teaching staff attempt to console a distraught child.
The care goes much beyond custodial; I feel my daughter and her husband made an excellent choice, and I anticipate that my grand-​daughter will experience several more productive years at Goddard.
In short, I recommend this school highly.

My 3-​year daughter has attended here since a minth after it opened. Val, the owner, is super. She is not only a smart business woman, but she is also a mom — her kids go here as well.
I was not aware of Goddard before this location opened. After looking at several other «schools» in the highly competitive Southlake area, we decided on Goddard because of the structure afforded by a national chain. Their circulum is superior to what we saw at several Montessori schools. What ties this together are the teachers. Our daughter a in Ms Kathy’s class and couldn’t be happier.