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October 2023 by Roman Villanueva
Our daughter attended this school. She excelled and flourished which is why now our 2 yr old son is enrolled. I would highly recommend them. They go out of their way to ensure the safety and welfare of everyone.
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September 2023 by Lamont Griffin
The Goddard school located in Elmwood Park has been nothing short of a dream. My daughter has learned new skills in faster ways than I could ever teach her myself. Any issues, questions or concerns are met in a promptly manner by the staff, more specially Ms. Lisa at the front desk. Pictures are sent daily with multiple reminder texts of important days & events. Any child of mine in the foreseeable future will attend this specific location. I wish nothing but the best for this business, keep going!
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September 2023 by Isabella Leiderman
Both my children attended Goddard of EP for 4.5 years. They have been wonderful to my kids. The infant room is warm and they take care of the babies so well. The pre-K rooms got my son ready for kindergarten. Summer camp was filled with fun visitors and always fun something going on. I would highly recommend them and we will all miss them!
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September 2023 by grezia huertas
My experience in this daycare with my one year old daughter was the worst. During my daughter’s second week, after I picked up my daughter and when I got home I noticed a mark on my daughters cheek which she had not ever had before and when I asked to see the cameras they told me they didn’t have any, there were no reports during the day and all I got was she woke up like that. My daughter started a new daycare and its completely different. She doesn’t scream when I dropped her off or pick her up, she likes her teachers, and since she’s been at her other daycare she has not gotten any red mark on her face.
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August 2023 by Karina Q
I am in tears as I write this review, to think my daughter willMove on to kindergarten and no longer attend the Goddard at Elmwood park in September. The Goddard came into our lives when we had no one to watch my then one year old, and the fear and anxiety of leaving my baby with “strangers”, but this did not last long. Mrs. Olga quickly put our family at ease with her confidence in my daughters success at her school! It was the cleanest, most welcoming school I looked at. There was no question this is where we belonged. Each teacher played such an important role in her growth, they gave her a routine, independence skills, helped me potty train her, and turned her into a social butterfly. I remember haven’t such anxiety about napping ( my child did not nap lol ) and she napped! And adapted with ease! I can not thank each of them for all they poured into my baby! This school is safe, clean, FUN! and I know the friendships my daughter made here will last for so long. The leaders are transparent, human and professional! I can not recommend this school enough! I will miss them dearly, and all they meant to our family.
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August 2023 by Labhesh Potdar
Our child absolutely loved Goddard School of Elmwood Park. He was enrolled since he was 9months old. The staff is incredibly caring and attentive, creating a welcoming environment that feels like a second home. We're impressed by the diverse and engaging activities that keep our child excited to learn every day. Safety measures are top-notch, and the nutritious meals are a bonus. Highly recommended for parents seeking a nurturing and enriching daycare for their little ones!"
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August 2023 by Lucero
We have been part of The Goddard School family since 2021. We decided to enroll our son into the infants room at that time and it was the best decision we have ever made! The amount of time, dedication and nurture the staff at The Goddard School take with each child is amazing! My son has learned and grown so much since! We would like to thank Ms. Carolyn, Ms. Cat, Ms. Nicole, Ms. Destiny, Ms. Yoliza, Ms. Rafi, Ms. Joanna, Ms. Nathalie, Ms. Rebekah, Ms. Alyssa, Mr. Matthew and the entire Goddard School staff! We are eternally grateful for you all for being such wonderful people! We would also like to thank Ms. Alex who does a wonderful job along with Ms. Alyssa in running the summer camp program! They have so many activities and trips that my oldest daughter loves! A big thank you as well to the owner Mrs. Olga and the directors Mrs. Lisa and Ms. Kayla for always being very involved with the parents and children! My family and I recommend 100% The Goddard School!
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August 2023 by amna vajhi
My 4 year old used a toilet seat that goes on top of the toilet. And on her first day of school I asked the teacher to keep it in case my kid needs it. They teacher straight away told us that she can’t help the kid use it and not only that she told the kid if she won’t use the toilet without it she will not be taken outside to play with others.She stopped eating and interacting with kids for entire 4 months she was there and cried every single day. On one of the progress calls teacher told me that your child doesn’t like to interact with others and she is very quiet and has no friends in class. I had to ask the teacher to help my kid make friends to which she said that the kids are here together from long time n they have friends already so they don’t really want to make new friendsMy kid was not afraid of dark before but she suddenly stopped going in dark rooms or lightly lit rooms and after asking her many times she told us that the teacher would put Dracula teeth on in dark to keep us from getting out of the bed at nap time. Horrible experience horrible teacher ms. AmyI waited a year to write this review. My kid did not cry once when she went to the other school. She made new friends in a week max of going to this new school. She is not only talkative but also bilingual and on top of all of that she adores her new teacher at this new school.Please don’t send your precious babies to this horrible place.
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June 2023 by Yazmin Feliz
Unfortunately I was very disappointed with my visit to the center. I have a new baby and also a single mom. I've always driven by the Goddard and always dreamed of enrolling my child there, now that I have a baby I went to the tour and had called to apply 6 Months prior to giving birth. The experience was not good, when asked about the daily activities with a 3 month old, I was told they would play with my child as time permitted since they only have 3 people on staff and 12 children capacity (or something similar). I was told the play area had a max occupancy. It was like pulling teeth to try and understand the daily activities with a 3 month old and how they would interact with my son, there was no elaboration or conversation. I asked to see some of the toys or books and they said i could not because the playpen was at capacity and they could not let me in. They didn't attempt to even tell me what type of toys they use or anything. Just so rude. I asked about my child not sleeping on his back due to his Reflux, they lectured me about how sleeping on their backs is a norm, and it's done at every center, and that the only way to avoid this was to bring a doctor's note. As a mother, I was hurt to hear my child would have been suffocated by his own vomit had i not asked this question. I also asked about my baby crying and if he's picked up quickly, how fast they would actually respond. Since my son very rarely cries, when he does he is either really uncomfortable or hungry. I was lectured about "self soothing" and how it's okay for babies to cry between 3-5 minutes before they respond to them. And that some parents actually ask them to let their children cry themselves to sleep. That was pretty much all I had to hear before thanking them for their time. There was no interest at the Goddard to make me feel reassured that my son will be comfortable. It was very much, "we will get to him when we have time and if the staff has the capacity". Lots of textbook answers, no real desire to connect with me as the parent. Overall the worst center i have ever toured. And I was very shocked by their coldness and inability to have a natural conversation with a parent about the nature of care that we can expect for our children. They were very nice on the phone and with scheduling, but once in person, they had no interest in making the parent feel comfortable. Which did not make me feel they would have a genuine interest in my child's care.I ended up enrolling my baby at another center which has been a wonderful experience and makes me feel so relieved to have peace and know he's well cared for and also very happy! They upload pictures daily, i can also drop by at any moment. Seriously, i feel like i dogged a bullet by not enrolling my baby at the Goddard. He's been thriving and has also been receiving the attention he needs. I hope this review is helpful as you try and make the important decision about where to enroll your child. Again, super disappointed in the Goddard and so glad I went on the tour before paying the enrollment fee.
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March 2023 by Chaslyn Summers
The Goddard school has provided my child with an excellent early learning experience. Between the actual academics and social development programs and projects, the education she has gained by this school and it's exceptional staff, is truly priceless! I actually decided to keep her here an additional year before kindergarten JUST for the care they provide my child. Every day I get a photo and explained what that particular project she's doing and which skills that project is teaching her. Also, an end of day summary, that includes every detail, right down to how much of her lunch she ate, projects she did, how long and if she napped. I'm beyond impressed with this school and it's entire staff, (each teacher truly cares about our children and it really shows) that includes onsite owner, Ms. Olga. Another detail I really liked when choosing this school. Ms. Olga has taken her own time, and personally sat down and took the time to help me with a few issues I was having with a different program and resolved the issues for me. This school - Honestly Priceless!!!!
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March 2023 by Katherine Barrenechea
All the staff at the Goddard School are kind and caring. My son has learned to say more words and phrases since he started. He was very shy before starting and I believe the school is helping him be more social. I really enjoy following how my son’s day is going with the tadpoles app and receiving pictures of him throughout the day. Highly recommend this school.
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December 2022 by Morolu Ogunye
The Goddard School of Elmwood Park was my son’s first daycare and there could not have been a better fit for him. He has developed and learned so much since attending The Goddard School. Structure, gaining independence as a toddler, social skills, identifying colors, shapes and numbers are just a few things he’s learned in 7 months! The only reason my son had to withdraw was because we moved and the commute became too much to deal with.If you’re looking for a daycare/preschool that will treat your child like their own, allow your child to develop and grow organically and nurture them then this is it. You will not be disappointed.
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November 2022 by Michelle Downer
I want to say how happy I am with the Goddard School. As a new parent you want to make sure and feel confident you are leaving your child with someone who will care for them and you can trust. I am so happy I choose this school. My son loves the activities and trust me ! The teachers put so much passion into the programs for the kids - we just Finished summer camp and my Son had a blast.The school and directors are very responsive and understanding, i want to thank you all for such a wonderful experience. I 1000 percent recommend the Goddard School Elmwood park.
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November 2022 by Stephany Reyes
Both of my kids went to the Goddard school for 4 years, i cant say nothing but good things about this school. My kids loved it, it helped them grow and develop through their first years. The teachers and helpers are caring, the curriculum is beyond complete and the school is safe. I will always be grateful for all the love, the milestones and the wonderful memories shared. Wish they had elementary school, my kids will still be there!...Thank you Goddard School!
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November 2022 by Anna Biernacka-Such
Welcoming, spotless and safe environment for the children. Pleasant, caring, supporting and helpful staff. Lots of activities done throughout the day with the kids. Awesome summer program filled with trips, visitors and fun activities. Small ratio of children to staff. Updates on Tadpoles throughout the day what’s going on in class with pictures of your child having fun.
