Reviews of The Goddard School of North Brunswick (Kindergarten)

Smiti P

We have had both of our kids at the NB Goddard School for the past 3 years. We have had an incredible experience, which has only been been enhanced with the new ownership the past several months. Bruce and Lisa have not only provided a facelift for the school, but provided a richer and more interactive curriculum. Both of our kids love going to school every morning and talk about their teachers, friends, and experiences all the time. We could not be happier with our experience and regret that we will be leaving due to moving out of the area.

Lewis Lee

All staffs in the Goddard school in North Brunswick including an owner are the best!

Gagandeep Sawant

Best school ever

Rosa D

The Goddard School of North Brunswick is a great daycare with a great curriculum. Both of my kids went there my daughter is now 9 years old and she attended the Goddard school from 3-5 she starting kindergarten above grade level due to the great curriculum from the Goddard school. My son graduated the Goddard school last summer and when they did the test for kindergarten the teacher was amazed at how advanced he is compared to the other kids. The knowledge and skills they both learned at the Goddard School of North Brunswick prepared them very well to start elementary school. Also, the owners and the staff are amazing you are always treated like family, they know all the kids names and the kids love going to school because they are very well cared for. It felt great going there every morning knowing that the kids were always in great hands. I cant thank them enough for everything they did for both of my kids.

Allison Rifkin

If you are looking for a great place to send your kids, the Goddard School of North Brunswick is an excellent choice. My daughter attended Kindergarten there and my son started at 2 ½ and is about to complete their Pre-K program. The teachers and staff keep the kids interested and engaged from the minute the kids arrive in the morning to the time they are picked up at the end of the day. They find different and unique ways to teach kids basic skills - from colors and shapes to numbers, letters and simple math. They make learning fun and prepare the kids for the school years ahead. In addition to academics, the kids learn about yoga, music, art, sports, social skills, manners, and even potty training! Their whole curriculum just lets kids be kids. If you are looking for a loving environment that prepares kids for the academic world through play, this is a great place.

Sushen V Kumar

My son is nearing 4 and has been going to Goddard School North Brunswick for about a year now. Prior to this he was in a different daycare and we were not happy with the attention and care being provided. The decision to send him to Goddard School at North Brunswick turned out to be one of the best decisions we made for him. The first thing that struck me was that Goddard School provides a wholesome curriculum. It is not just play, but play-based education that my son receives here. There is music, language, computers and athletics all of them designed age appropriately and play-based which keeps the young ones interested and curious. The owners Mr. Bruce and Ms. Lisa are wonderful and committed. They take time to get to know every kid (and their parents) in their care and always provide helpful feedback regarding their progress. The teachers are top-notch and I would like to specifically mention Ms. Shannon and Ms. Leann under whose care my son really blossomed. We could really see how excited he gets during mornings when he gets ready to go to school. The premises are clean, well maintained and kept fresh throughout the day. Even during evenings after a whole day of taking care of infants, toddlers are pre-schoolers, Goddard doesn’t lower their standards and continues to smell fresh and appear clean. I honestly don’t know how they manage to do this. These are just a few examples of the high standards that Goddard School has set. Overall we have been very happy with our son’s progress here.

moringa marea

We visited plenty facilities in the North Brunswick area. This place treated us like family from day one. The curriculum is tailored to your kids abilities, the staff Ms. Julia and Ms. Donna are nurturing and work with the parent's as well in the Infant room. The place is clean and everyone knows everyone, you are not just a number. They keep you up to date with emails or texts about closing on snow days or traffic jams. They send us daily pictures of our child which we look forward to. There's an open door policy to drop in whenever you want. It's also nice when you call to check up on your child they are more than happy to transfer you. It is overall up to par for our child and our standards for home away from home. When our child is dropped off, there's a smile on his which means he his well taken cared of. The owners Bruce and Lisa go above and beyond as well as their director Laura. Keep up the good work.

Michael Englert

I have two sons enrolled at the Goddard School in North Brunswick and could not be happier. The teachers are nurturing, friendly and take such great care of the kids. They both have learned so much over the years. My wife and I both work full-time and we feel very confident that our boys are well taken care of and are happy to be there. Besides the curriculum, they have many other activities they do with the children. The Owners and Director are also on-site everyday which is very important. They are always accessible and greet you with a smile. Highly recommend them.

Clement Okongwu

Hi Bruce, My wife and I are so grateful for the wonderful care that our daughter, Justina received at your facility during the few months she attended. And we are certainly looking forward to the near future when we plan to re-enroll her. Your diligent staffs: Ms. Julia, Ms. Laura, Ms.Donna and of course, yourself were incredibly kind and caring with Justina and all the other children. We greatly appreciated the high standard of care and professionalism we experienced. Thanks again. Sincerely, Clement & Francelle Okongwu

Dhara Patel

My Daughter used to go to Goddard and she loved it. we love it, the staff is excellent and they are so nice and help full. the schools was clean. I am so sad that I have to move out of state so we need to take her off but she loved it and she will miss her teachers and friends and Mr Bruce .

Nat S.

I would definitely recommend Goddard to any family. My son started Goddard when he was 3 months old and it was very hard to leave him but the entire staff made me feel so comfortable from day one. I would stop by everyday unannounced (which they promoted) and watched Ms. Donna and Ms. Julia care for my infant with such love. That alone is hard to find. The owners of the school are very hands on with the kids as well. Mr. Bruce (owner) is such a kind and loving person. He genuinely adores all the kids. He teaches the kids soccer and is very involved with the day to day operations. My husband and I really appreciated seeing the owners as often as we did which showed how vested they are. I can honestly say that all of the teachers left an impact and they work very hard with the kids to make sure they meet developmental expectations. Goddard has taught my son the fundamentals which prepared him for the next step. He recently graduated pre K and has now transitioned to Kindergarten with confidence. I believe this is because of what Goddard has taught him.

Anshul Jain

After visiting plenty of pre-schools in North Brunswick we finalized Goddard school for our son who was around 18 months at time. We are very pleased with his development. Currently Ayansh is 2.5 years and is very active and social. Here are the points to consider while selecting this school- • Management and environment - Very nicely managed, interactive and nurturing environment. Mr Bruce available all day to listen and act on our concerns and is sincerely concerned for kids. We can go anytime and see our kids playing through the glass doors. Definitely not a money making institution. • Teachers- Experienced and certified teachers to take care of all the kids needs who are happy working here. • Curriculum - Very detailed curriculum including outdoor activities like football coach and activities like guitar singing classes once a week, yoga, art work, social skills , manners and making kids independent. • Safety, Security and cleanliness - High standards and transparency in the safety products used. • Online access - we do not have the video access to the kids classroom but timely reports and photos of the activities kids are doing keep us satisfied. Overall very happy with the development of our child.

Christian Vera

We like the structure to the curriculum and the ability the children have to learn by developing their own interests. Children are given an option to partake in various "centers" where they can exercise a skill (drawing, painting, building) or explore the world (experiments, growing plants, magnifying, etc.). Last, and certainly not least, the staff is superb! From the owners to the Director to the teachers, everyone is interested in the children's development, pleasant, and qualified! Both my daugther and son are enrolled at this school. They have both attended Goddard since they were 12 months old and we cannot say enough good things about this school. My family is happy and fortunate to be part of this Goddard family!

Theresa Schaible

We started looking for a daycare when our daughter was 16 months old, we were really looking to socialize her more than anything else. Goddard was the first daycare we looked at and we were blown away by how beautiful and clean the school was. Bruce was wonderful and you could tell how much he really cared about the kids and the school. We looked at numerous other places in the area but none impressed us as much as Goddard did. We ended up holding off on placing her anywhere since she wasn't walking yet and was dealing with a lot of different developmental issues. Our daughter is a special needs child with multiple developmental delays. It made us very cautious about where and when to place her. We ended up enrolling her when she was 2.5 years old. Bruce patiently sat down with us as I explained what was going on with our daughter and he made me feel completely at ease with having her join their school. They aren't specialized in these areas but it was the best decision we ever made to place our daughter in their care. They worked patiently with her as she adjusted to being away from us, and I was blown away by the difference in her in just a few months. We ended up having to transition her out into the special education program in her school district but we were so happy with our decision to send her to Goddard. She blossomed there under the care of Ms. Paige. We were incredibly sad to leave the school but are planning to send our son there next fall. We were so impressed with their school, program, and teachers. You can tell how much they care about the kids and how seriously they take their job and school. I cannot recommend this school enough. I'm so happy with our experience with them and secure that we made the right decision sending our child there.

Tamarra Murphy-Bamiro

We highly recommend, The Goddard School at North Brunswick. Our daughter has recently graduated and has begun her new venture in Kindergarten and I must say the staff and management at the Goddard was excellent. We were impressed with the curriculum they offered and our daughter is more than prepared for kindergarten. With all the knowledge she gained and the developmental milestones she achieved, my husband and I wished we had chosen this daycare when she was an infant. Thank you the Goddard school of North Brunswick for exceeding our expectations.

Ana J

I am so thankful I found Goddard. My son was at a different daycare prior to Goddard from age 4 months old until he turned two and I had nothing but issues. In his previous daycare he would come home daily with bites, scratches and bruises. He went from 25th percentile to 10th percentile! Every time I picked him up his clothes and face were dirty and he had bad rashes from poop diapers not being cleaned right away. I searched and searched for another daycare that would fit the criteria I was looking for which included a place that would feed my kid, keep him clean and provided a solid education without burning him out. Goddard at the time was full and I joined a waiting list and thankfully an opening came along and I was able to switch my son two weeks later. I no longer had to endure having my two year old come home with a black eye and having to listen to his previous teachers tell me they didn’t see a black eye on him. Lisa and Bruce are a Godsend! They are always professional and kind. My kid loves Mr. Bruce. If there was ever a minor issue, such as container being put away without being fully closed Mr. Bruce would hear my concern no matter how silly and address it right away. When I pick up my son now he is happy, clean, no rashes, no physical harm and he looks engaged in classroom activities. He’s manners have greatly improved and he has a new found love for yoga. My son recently had surgery to correct the tendons of his toes and the Goddard family was so kind to come to our home to bring get-well balloons, a card and a stuffed animal. If that’s not service I don’t know what is! I love his school and our neighbors also have their daughter in the same class as our son, which is great for building those strong roots with a strong community around the children. I also love that they do play based learning which keeps learning fun and interactive. I don’t have to worry about my child hating school or being burnt out by school. I have received many compliments from friends who are teachers saying how articulate my son is and how well he pronounces his words. He loves numbers and knows how to read several words even though he wont be three years old for another 2 weeks! Another great perk is that Goddard doesn’t nickel and dime you. They don’t have a lunch program like our previous daycare did but I like knowing what my kid eats and I like the fact that we don’t have to pay for extra activities. In previous daycare if we wanted our son to be part of a special playtime or special guest you had to pay for that on top of the tuition, but at Goddard it’s all-inclusive making the tuition a great deal! Summer time was filled with activities for the kiddos and my child was eager to go back to school everyday. Cleanliness is another plus for this school. I love it when I walk in and the place is spotless and the kids are all in their classes attentively listening or engaged in educational play. It fills you with such a sense of calm and reassurance that the most precious gift, your child, is well taken care of. That peace of mind for a working parent is invaluable. I cannot say enough good things about this school. I wish they had kindergarten at the school and after care for when my child graduates to public school.

Anuja R.

The Goddard School in North Brunswick is an amazing childcare center. The teachers, administrators, and Owner are very friendly and genuinely care about the children in their care and their families. We had experienced a tragic loss during the academic year, and everyone in the center was so supportive to us. They sent us flowers and big giraffe for my son to help bring his spirits up, which was very sweet and thoughtful. When he returned to Goddard after being home for a week, the teachers and staff had been very supportive with helping my son cope emotionally during his school day. He felt safe and comfortable with speaking with his teacher and other center staff, which was so important to us. My son has learned a variety of concepts through their well rounded curriculum, and he's excited to come home and share the events from his day with me. The teachers and administrative staff keep the lines of communication open, and they're approachable in the event that we had any concerns with our child. The owner interacts with the parents and kids in the center daily, and my son looks forward to seeing him and giving him a high five. I receive pictures and videos of my son throughout the day. I love this because I can tell my son all the fun pictures and videos I saw from his day, and we can discuss them during the car ride home and during dinner. The summer camp program was fantastic, and my son loved it. They had a variety of visitors (Zumba, Petting Zoo, Magician, Mad Scientist, Ice Cream Truck, etc.), water play, and fun field trips planned throughout the summer. Not one day passed where something wasn't planned. I look forward to my son attending this summer camp next year as well. My son is going to start Kindergarten next week, and it's a bittersweet moment for us. I love that he's been so well prepared for Kindergarten by his Pre-K teacher, but I will miss everyone so much! I strongly recommend this childcare center for your daycare needs, as well as for summer camp.

Seth A Levin, CPA

Bruce and Lisa really run a great school and show a true appreciation not only for their customers, but most importantly, to the children they educate each and every day. They provide an unbelievable clean facility and show a true sincere care in every child and parent that enters their school. We had one child graduate from kindergarten at Goddard and a second we had to pull out after moving out of the area. I would highly recommend this school to anyone.

Nehanjali Bajaj

We sincerely appreciate the wonderful care Goddard School gave our daughter. We never had to worry about her because we knew that she is being well looked after and cared for. The daycare provided her a homely environment and she got the attention she needed to grow mentally and emotionally. We cannot thank Bruce and the teachers of the school enough for the effort and the long hours put in everyday to care for our child. I will surely recommend this daycare to other parents living in the area.

la-Toya Harry

Our daughter has been at this The Goddard School since February 2017. As parents we must say this was the best decision we could have made. From the first visit to this school I felt truly welcomed and was so impressed with the amount of time spent with me by the our Mr. Bruce. He explained the curriculum, showed every classroom, explained what cleaning products are used to disinfect throughout the day and answered any question I had. Prior to our daughter coming to the particular Goddard School she was at another. As first time parents we were not very satisfied but we did have a better understanding of what we were looking for in a preschool. The Goddard School North Brunswick not only do the owners know every child and parent name. His staff members also know all of the children. Mr. Bruce in there at 6:30am until 6:30pm. His door is also open so if here is a question or concern it we be addressed. Safety- This school has a fingerprint systems and a computer log in system. ( You cannot enter the building if you are not a parent/guardian, if you are on a pick up list, then you can ring the bell and someone will let you in). The first time and every time my daughter was picked up by my sister they told a copy of her ID and walked with her to the classroom. My sister being a teacher herself was very impressed with the steps taken to maintain safety. You will also get pictures of activities your child is doing throughout the day and a daily report via an APP. With the APP, you will have all the pictures and summary's they do not expire. Our daughter loves going to preschool and as parents when your child is spending must of there day away from home, you want to know that they a receiving the best care possible. We are very lucky to have found the Goddard School of North Brunswick. La-Toya Harry Very Satisfied Parent

Amir Mirza

We visited a large number of daycare programs before choosing Goddard school for the care of our 6 week old son. As busy physicians, both my wife and I were looking for reliable and trustworthy faculty at a hygienic location, where we can feel safe leaving our precious little baby. The owners, Mr. Bruce and Mrs. Lisa, are very approachable, understanding, and caring people with a true passion for providing quality care for children. Mr. Bruce always greets me at the door with a warm welcoming smile and pleasant small talk. The staff is all very experienced and interactive with the children. They sing songs, talk with them and even teach them sign language. All the faculty and kids look very happy whenever I randomly visit. The owners and Mrs. Laura, the director are very organized and responsible and are dedicated to providing the children with a fun and educational experience. I have spent some half days there with my son in the beginning and I can clearly see that all the staff is working really hard and are doing a great job. We really couldn't be happier with our choice of daycare! Thank you Goddard school! so happy we found you guys :-)

James Watson

The Goddard School of North Brunswick is an Excellent choice for child care and early child development. This school has provided our daughter with top notch care every step of the way and she has loved growing, developing, learning and having fun there since she was 3 months old. Now she is 5 years old and next week she will be starting Kindergarten a well prepared, well adjusted, excited new student ready for a new experience thanks to the Goddard School. The Owner's, Mr. Bruce and Ms. Lisa are committed to providing the highest level of care for your child and this school has continued to get better and better during the five years we have been part of the Goddard Family! Our daughter has benefited immensely from the Goddard School curriculum and the Great teachers she has had through every stage of her development. Our family will miss the Goddard School and we strongly recommend this school to anyone looking for the best place in the area.

Matt Cadabra

They do great entertainment for their children. I recommend them!

TJ K

Bruce and Lisa at the Goddard School are the best. We were staying in North Brunswick on a temporary basis and needed to find a school for our daughter quickly but only for a few weeks. They were so understanding of our situation and took in our little girl. They embraced her as part of their Goddard family and we are so grateful for their warmth. The staff is extremely friendly and provided our daughter with a very caring and stimulating environment. The facilities are clean and top notch. We also loved the constant updating on the progress of our daughter while she was in class. We can only say the best things about this school. We just wish they were nearby our home today.

Neelam Patel

Bruce and Lisa are wonderful owners and take the time to get to know each child and family. The teachers are loving, nurturing and at the same time help the children to learn good behaviors. The staff communicate well with parents and are easily accessible via phone anytime during the day. The facility is always clean and well maintained. Security is a priority and the doors are locked to outsiders. They provide an environment that is stimulating and fun for the children. This school has been a great fit for our family of 2 working professionals and 2 small children. They have made us feel at home and like part of the Goddard family. We will be moving soon and the hardest part will be finding a school that compares to Goddard.

Shannon Kemp

Before we brought our son to the Goddard School initially, we toured 7 other daycares in the area and we definitely picked the right one for our family. Our son has attended The Goddard School in North Brunswick since he was just over 3 months old. He is now almost 2. We’ve been very happy with the staff throughout the program. They’ve been attentive and available whenever needed. There is always appropriate staffing throughout the day and the class sizes are smaller than other programs. The facility is clean and there are various interesting materials children can play with. Throughout the day, the children participate in various art activities, gross motor activities, book reading, and outside time. It is obvious that the staff genuinely care about the children in their care. My husband and I never felt the need to worry when we were at work because we knew that our son was in a safe, caring, and educational environment. We recently had to move to another area due to work relocation and it was extremely difficult to find a daycare as wonderful as the Goddard in North Brunswick.

Jie Liu

My daughter has been at Goddard for 2 years and graduated and now my son has been there for almost a year. They loved being there everyday because they have different activities for the kids and they love being with their teacher. The staffs are super nice and helpful. The school is fairly big and a big play ground for the kids. Classrooms are clean and well maintained. My kids enjoy the summer program the most since they have splash day every Wednesday if weather permits and they have different type of shows and activities for the kids. I would highly recommend The Goddard School for others.

Yingfei Xue

Great school owned by Bruce, an honest and attentive owner. Always clean and adequately staffed. Kids are happy here. Full of activities throughout the year.