The Goddard School of Goodyear - Goodyear, Arizona

Christopher Smith

We have had the best experience at the Goddard School of Goodyear. Our daughter started attending when she was 3 months old and is now entering the private Kindergarten program. The teachers are amazing, front office staff is engaged and available and everyone is so caring. We really feel part of a family. Would highly recommend Goddard for your child!

Paige Nath

I appreciate this school so much. We were only here a few months. We moved from out of state and my daughter is very sensitive and dependent. She’s not quick to adjust and bond. She found her people here and was very good overall. Still had hard days but the teachers were great with her. JoEllen was amazing in working with us and how difficult the transition was. Mr. Ryan was a nice friendly face and my daughter got stickers every day after school. They really were welcoming and made us feel comfortable. We happened to have some personal reasons that we had to leave but we would’ve been happy staying here long term.

Leah Patton

Our kids have been attending Goddard for 2+ years and we have loved every moment there. The teachers & administrators are always so kind and gentle, plan amazing community events, raise money for charities, and overall make the experience of daycare one of ease. It’s been absolutely worth it and we are so happy we found Goddard!

Ben Mills

We have sent both our kids here. Absolutely the best staff, and such an amazing learning environment. During our kids' time here they have both learned their ABCs, counting up to 20+, colors, shapes, how to play and interact with other children and adults, greetings/colors/ and phrases in different languages as well as cultural customs, experienced educational visits from many special guests from around the community (including a really fun puppet show), and both of them potty trained fairly rapidly we believe this is largely due to their very supportive staff. As parents, we have had the opportunity through their after school specials/events to meet other families and build close bonds. Some of our kids best friends are ones they have met during their time here. Truly, we enjoy the variety of educational experiences our children receive at Goddard as we are both educators ourselves. Our son is so far ahead of other kids at his elementary school. And our daughter looks forward to attending school here each day. We highly recommend this school to any family considering attending! Thank you to the Goodyear Goddard team for all you do for our family and the community ☺️

Gabriela Barrales

We have had such a wonderful experience here! I was nervous because my boys have gone through a lot of change recently but everyone made their transition amazing! My littles absolutely love going to school and all the staff is always so kind and helpful! Can’t wait to continue our journey here!

Steven Taylor

This school is amazing! Our son, Judah, attended here for about a year. It's a wonderful place and made an incredible impact on our son. The school, the teachers, everything about it was a positive influence for him. JoEllen does a fantastic job leading and setting such a high standard for everyone there. We are very thankful for the time our son attended!

Kiri

My son has been going to Goddard for about three years since he was three. He was at another daycare before Goddard but switched because the turnover rate for the teachers was extremely high in general.

I brought up my overall concerns besides the turnover rate before finalizing enrollment to Mr. Ryan, and thankfully, those issues have not occurred. I considered consistency, stabilities, passionate teachers, and curriculum the main factors to enrollment. Ms. Diane, Susan, and Amanda - We love them.

The report paper comes from the teacher to parents, and I could easily see how my son's development follows up based on categories. As a response, I asked their advice based on his routine and parenting at home. It seems like a small interaction, but these small things with Goddard's teachers resulted in positive outcomes.

I know the teachers are passionate, try their best, and have loving hearts towards kids. While parents are at work, teachers do their best daily so that parents raise their kids with healthy minds.

We have respect for all teachers at Goddard.

Jamie Johnson

This school has been the best thing to happen to my grandson in his young life.
My daughter never stops raving about the owner, staff, and teachers. I hear lovely stories from my grandson about each of his teachers.
This is voted the best school in the west valley year after year for excellence, but the real value of this school is the heart they have for making each child feel loved.