Reviews of The Goddard School of Newark (Kindergarten)

del dad

This Goddard School (specifically PRE K) is mediocre at best. They do a decent job of caring for the children but not much more. There is very little actual education or learning. There seems to be very little early reading or writing practice. There is almost no numbers or early math learning. There is ZERO foreign language learning. There was some minor sign language learning but that has disappeared. There is an outdoor classroom but it is limited and hardly used by the PRE K group. The actual teacher assigned to the classroom is only in the classroom "most mornings". The teacher aids do a decent job but it's basically just free play. There is hardly any directed learning. We have repeatedly asked for more education. Also the outdoor play area is dated with large "dead grass dirt patch areas". We have shared our concerns regarding these issues but nothing has changed. The staff is generally good and this could be a good school someday -- but they still have a long way to go.

Danny Boyd

Thanks. Your staff is wonderful

Michelle Midgley

Goddard is a surprise to say the least. When we started at a large daycare center we expected a much more impersonal environment. However, this wonderful school has a very well-developed curriculum and provides children with great learning opportunities, while at the same time providing the level of attention and care of an in-home daycare program. All of the teachers develop close bonds with the children, and as a parent you feel "part of the family." We've always felt that we can come to them with any question or concern, no matter how small, and it's always treated with the utmost importance.

Steph Gallagher

I want to give high praise to this amazing daycare and school. Finding a childcare provider for my first and only child was a huge challenge for my family. In tours I never really felt comfortable anywhere except the Goddard sites. My last and favorite tour was the Goddard School in Newark. My daughter has been off and on there for about a year now and I have seen such a difference in her development compared to a trial run we did at a different poorly run "brand name" center. I understand that each Goddard is independently owned and franchised so my experience may have been different at another Goddard location. However, this center at Newark really has their act together. I have never seen a daycare so clean, organized and with such loving and genuinely caring teachers and staff. When I was having problems with a different daycare and made the switch due to financial reasons, Cindy welcomed my child back without hesitation or waiting and told us we were already family here. They are very good at working with familys lifestyle and budget. They are fantastic at communicating. I 100% feel that my child is safe and loved here. She is a thriving toddler and I want to give a huge thanks to Goddard School of Newark for help shape my daughter into a spunky fun and confident little girl. The best decision you can make is to trust these fabulous educators with your own child. -Steph G. Mom of a 2 year old and FT Nurse