The Goddard School Tustin

We couldn't be happier with our decision to enroll our son at Goddard of Tustin. The facility is brand new and always clean and the teachers and staff are amazing. Being an only child, we feel that our son's interactions with other kids and the attention that his teachers, Ms. Stephanie and Ms. Aly, give to him are making dramatic improvements in him hitting important milestones. The first few weeks were a rough adjustment for my son, as well as for my wife and I, but we were comforted by the incredibly caring staff. Ms. Chelsea even ate lunch with him on her lap when he was particularly upset one day. 100% worth the heart-wrenching adjustment process. We love receiving the picture updates each day keeping us informed of the fun activities he is doing. Seeing his big smile when we pick him up is reassuring that we made the right decision.

We are very happy with the school’s diverse and engaging curriculum, as well as the positive and nurturing environment it provides. The school creates a space where children can explore, learn, and grow happily, and we truly appreciate all the care and attention given to their development.

A heartfelt thank you to Mrs.T from the Flamingo Class. Her patience, warmth, and encouragement have helped our child build good daily habits, learn many important skills, and feel confident in learning. We are so grateful for everything she does for the children.

We could not be happier with our experience at Goddard, Tustin. From the moment you walk through the doors, you feel the warmth, care, and genuine love the teachers and staff have for every child. The classrooms are bright, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

Mrs. Sulema & Ms. Evelyn, are truly exceptional—patient, attentive, and deeply invested in each child’s growth. They take the time to understand every child’s personality and needs, creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Communication with parents is excellent; we always feel informed and included in our child’s development.
The curriculum strikes the perfect balance between play-based learning and early academic foundations, helping children build social skills, independence, and a love for learning....

We've had a wonderful experience at The Goddard School! Our son is in the Cozy Cocoons infant room, and we couldn't be happier with the care he receives.

The teachers—Ms. Esmeralda, Ms. Araceli, Ms. Lan, and Ms. Ana—are all so warm and attentive. They truly care about each child and make the classroom feel like a second home.

We're also impressed by how many activities they offer, even for infants. Our son is always engaged and learning something new. Highly recommend!

Our son has been with this school since its opening day in 2024, and our experience has been nothing short of exceptional. Currently in the Peppy Pandas class with Ms. Cheryl, he has also flourished under the care of Ms. Sulema, Ms. Elizabeth, and Ms. Evelyn.
The consistency across the teachers is truly impressive—every educator we’ve encountered has been dedicated, professional, and genuinely kind. The facilities are brand new, impeccably maintained, and always clean. We especially love the curriculum; it provides a perfect balance of academics, hands-on experiential learning, social development, and physical activity. We couldn't ask for a better environment for our son!

We’ve had such a great experience with the Goddard School of Tustin. I was nervous about sending my child to preschool as he had never been away from me, but the teachers made us feel comfortable right away. The activities are creative and fun, he’s learning so much, and the teachers and staff are all amazing and truly go above and beyond. The building is clean and new, and it’s clear they really care about the kids.

After relocating from Korea to the U.S., we spent an enormous amount of time and effort searching for the right preschool for our son, Sean. We toured countless schools and carefully compared the pros and cons of each one. In the end, we realized that none of them could compare to The Goddard School of Tustin—and enrolling our child here was absolutely the right decision.

From the very beginning, the warmth, passion, and professionalism of the staff stood out. Director Preeti and Ms. Chelsea are truly exceptional. Their dedication, kindness, and genuine care for the children are unmatched. The school’s facilities are spotless, extremely safe, and thoughtfully designed for young children.

One feature we especially love is the indoor playground, which is equipped with sun-shade coverings and soft turf flooring—providing a safe, clean, and comfortable...

We started our baby at Goddard when they first opened, and we have had the most positive experience. We toured other centers but this one was the most friendly, clean and organized and after being with them for 1.5 years we love them!

Our baby started in the infant classroom with Ms. Elizabeth, Ms. Claudia, (assistant Ms. Kaitlyn), and at the time because it was new he almost had 1:1 ratio attention. Since then he has moved up classrooms to Cuddly Cubs 2 with Ms. Nina, Ms. Irma, (and assistants Ms. Fariba, Ms. Bri), and now he’s in Bouncy Bears 2 with Ms. Cintia and Ms. Tahereh. The classroom ratios are still small and it feels like a family. All the teachers and assistants are amazing, knowledgeable and caring. He has grown so much with their help, they teach him new skills, and they are always doing fun, engaging, and creative activities together. He naps so well there...

My son is in Cozy Cacoons, the infant classroom since late September. It has been an amazing experience. The teachers Mses Esmeralda, Araceli, Lan and Ana are incredible at their job and are very caring and nurturing. My son is increíble happy there and compared to a prior Montessori school The Goddard school has been AMAZING!!! The administration Ms. Chelsea an owner Pareti are also very incredible and easy to work with. We are so thankful this school exist and the caliber of their staff is amazing. Thank you very much for taking excellent care of my son.

As a first-time mom, the idea of sending my infant to daycare was nerve-wracking. I toured a few different places, but Goddard immediately stood out. From the moment I walked in, the nurturing atmosphere was clear. The children looked happy, comfortable, and genuinely excited to be with their teachers. That gave me the confidence to enroll my daughter, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve made.

The teachers are truly wonderful. They are caring, attentive, and supportive not only to the babies, but to parents as well. Like most babies, my daughter went through an adjustment period during the first couple of weeks, but Ms. Leticia, Ms. Tess, Ms. Tori, and Ms. Jennifer were so thoughtful in helping her transition. My daughter quickly learned that Goddard is a safe and loving space for her. Now she is absolutely thrilled to go to daycare each morning and see...

The Goddard School of Tustin is a great school. My kids started attending when it opened in 2024. Ms. Preeti and Ms. Chelsea are always so helpful and knowledgeable. My kids come home happy everyday, full of stories from their daily activities. The teachers genuinely care for the well being of every kid. My kids are always telling us that they love all the teachers and classes, in particular, Ms. Nina, Ms. Irma, Ms. Bri, Ms. Fariba, Ms. Adrianna, Ms. Maria, Ms. Prisila, Ms. Sulema, Ms. Elizabeth, Ms. Evelyn and Ms. Cheryl. Since joining, our children have learned so much, but most importantly, they are happy. We couldn’t ask for a better environment for their growth and joy.

We have had a great experience at The Goddard School of Tustin. Our child is in the Bouncy Bears room and truly loves going to school each day.

The leadership team does a great job creating a warm, well run environment, and communication has been solid from day one. We always feel confident that our child is safe, happy, and well cared for.

Mrs. Tahereh and Mrs. Cintia are amazing teachers. They are kind, patient, and genuinely care about the kids. It is clear how much effort and love they put into their classroom, and it shows in how comfortable and excited the kids are.

We are very happy with our experience and would absolutely recommend Goddard Tustin to other families.

We enrolled our daughter back in August into Bouncy Bears 2 classroom. The school is beautiful and brand new which was a plus for us. We are seasoned Goodard school parents as our older two attended the Lake Forest location. With them being full we chose to enroll at the Tustin location and I couldn't be happier and our daughter is happy to go school. Her teachers, Mrs. Tahereh and Mrs. Cintia have shown our daughter the upmost respect, kindness, loving and nurturing environment we could have asked for. Thank you Goodard School of Tustin for all your hard work in making our children feel safe and loved while learning.

There is no shortage of love and comfort from the educators at Goddard Tustin. Our child is greeted with warmth and joy every morning and returns home each day with stories of adventures and happy memories. Mrs. Tahareh, Mrs. Cintia, (of Bouncy Bears 2) and the entire supporting staff have created nothing short of a safe, nurturing, and truly loving second home for our child. We are so grateful to have found Goddard Tustin!

My daughter, Mona, attended The Goddard School for over a year, and the experience has truly meant the world to us. Mona has always been deeply attached to me, which made the thought of daycare incredibly overwhelming for us at the beginning . But the moment we found The Goddard School, everything changed.

The teachers welcomed Mona with such patience, warmth, and genuine love that I felt an immediate sense of comfort. They understood her sensitive nature, never rushed her, and gave her the space and encouragement she needed to feel safe while slowly building her confidence.

The Goddard has become a place where Mona feels comfortable I always say that it was her safe zone. Seeing her walk into the classroom with a smile, knowing how attached she is to me, brings me so much peace and gratitude. The teachers are amazing miss cintia miss T miss Ashley .
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This school is amazing! We love our teachers in Dazzly Dolphins. My son has been here since the opening of the school we’ve had such amazing teachers and made wonderful friends. The classrooms are clean, organized and the students have so much fun

We started our son here when he was 5.5 months and we couldn't be happier! His teachers truly care about him (special shout out to Ms. Leticia and Cozy Cocoons 2 team) and always give us thoughtful updates. The administration is also fantastic (thank you Ms. Chelsea and Ms. Preeti)! Our son is loved and supported here and we have peace of mind sending him to Goddard Tustin!

Our daughter loves her teachers Ms. Deanna Ms. Itina and Ms. Preeti

Our little one started at this preschool two weeks ago in Cozy Cocoons class, and we’re already so happy with our choice. Ms. Esme, Ms. Araceli, Ms. Lan, and Ms. Ana are incredibly caring, patient, and attentive. They take such good care of her and help her settle in, even making sure she feels comfortable enough to nap — which is not always easy! We really appreciate their gentle approach and the warm environment they create. I highly recommend Goddard School.

We couldn't be happier with our experience at The Goddard School of Tustin! From the time we enrolled our daughter when she was 14 months old, we've been impressed by the caring environment and exceptional staff.

While it took our daughter a few weeks to adjust to her new surroundings, she now thoroughly enjoys attending school each day. Her teachers in the Cuddly Cubs class—Ms. Irina, Ms. Deanna, and Ms. Preeti—are simply wonderful and take such great care of her. We're also grateful for the warm and attentive leadership of owner Ms. Preeti Patel and director Chelsea Roe, who have created a truly nurturing atmosphere.

The facility itself is outstanding: new, clean, modern, and perfectly equipped for babies and young children. The location offers plenty of easy parking in a nice open area, which makes drop-off and pick-up stress-free. Speaking of which, the...

Goddard has been our daughters first daycare and I'll admit I was nervous about leaving her for so long for the first time and was anxious to find the right place. Chelsea was so wonderful and communicative during the first few weeks as both my daughter and I adjusted to spending our days apart. She welcomed me to call and check in any time and she'd immediately get a report on how my daughter was doing. The teachers were warm and welcoming and it wasn't long before my daughter was happily going off to school each morning.

I really appreciate the photos and updates they send out on the app multiple times every single day and look forward to seeing what my daughter is up to. The curriculum is a fantastic blend of social skills, emotional skills, practical skills, and school readiness and I can see my daughter learning a growing and making friends. She talks about school...

Little KK loves going to day care. Took her about a week to get used to it but now she's been there for almost a year and loves going. She does little art projects, we get pictures of her having fun every day through the Goddard app, and she is learning so much. She loves her teachers and her teachers love her.

The school itself is amazing, clean, and safe. We toured some other ones in the area and are so glad that we chose this one. Everyone at the school is so kind and caring. One time little KK got a vaccine at lunch and was upset and having a hard time sleeping at nap time. But the director of the school took her to her office, turned off the lights and held her until she fell asleep to make sure she got a good rest.

If I could give six stars, I would.

Our experience with Goddard’s Cuddly Cubs 1 classroom has been outstanding. Ms. Deanna, Ms. Irina, and Ms. Preeti are exceptional teachers who bring warmth, patience, and genuine care into the classroom every day. They take the time to understand each child’s needs and personality, and they consistently create a nurturing environment that supports both emotional and developmental growth.

We really appreciate the thoughtful communication, the structured yet playful activities, and the gentle guidance they provide throughout the day. Our child absolutely loves coming to school and has grown so much in confidence, social skills, and curiosity. As parents, it gives us tremendous peace of mind knowing our little one is surrounded by teachers who treat the children with kindness and respect.

We’re deeply grateful for everything the Cuddly Cubs 1 team does. Thank...

I’m putting my son in school as a 1-year old so his attachment to me is extremely high. The teachers have all held him as much as he needs so he feels secure. Love getting updates on their day and curriculum. Everyone has been really friendly.

Goddard is our son's first daycare and naturally we were nervous about leaving him in the care of others at first. However, it did not take long for us to know that we made the right choice with Goddard when a few weeks in, he exclaimed on the car ride home "I love school!" The facility is new, the cleanliness is top notch, the curriculum is stimulating, and the staff are all very warm and professional. Mrs. Preeti is both personable and professional and extremely dedicated to running an excellent daycare. Mrs. Chelsea is lovely and does a great job communicating with parents. Most of all, our son's two teachers - Mrs. Cintia and Mrs. Tahereh are absolutely WONDERFUL. We can tell that they truly love children and have a way with teaching the kids in a patient yet firm manner. Our son has learned so much from his teachers and often surprises us with the new things he has...

My daughter has had an amazing experience with Ms Tahereh. She is incredibly attentive and caring, and you can tell she genuinely knows and understands each child in her class.
My daughter always talks about her at home and is excited to go to school, which says everything to me as a parent. She is very patient, gentle, and supportive, and she creates such a warm, safe, and nurturing environment in the classroom. I really appreciate how she communicates with parents, takes the time to share little updates, and pays attention not only to academics but also to the kids’ emotional well‑being and confidence.
I’d also like to mention how much I appreciate the owner and director of the school. They are kind, professional, and responsive, and it’s clear they care deeply about the children and the families they serve. The school is always clean, organized, and welcoming, and I...

We could not be happier with our decision to enroll our child at The Goddard School of Tustin—this has been one of the best choices we’ve made for their early education!

Our child wakes up excited to go to school every morning and always comes home beaming with stories about their day. The school environment is immaculately clean, bright, and beautifully maintained—it feels warm and welcoming the moment you walk in, which puts both kids and parents at ease.

What truly sets this school apart is the incredible team. Principal Preeti Patel and Ms. Chelsea Roe are endlessly warm, approachable, and responsive—they always go out of their way to address our questions or concerns promptly, making us feel valued and supported every step of the way. And Mrs. Cintia and Mrs. Taheresh, our child’s teachers in Bouncy Bears 2, are absolute gems—they are incredibly...

I would say thank you to all staffs in Goddard School Tustin! Especially to Mrs.Tahereh and Mrs.Cintia from classroom Bouncy Bears 2, thank you with all my gratitude! My kid had great time with them and learned good behaviors that are hard to be taught by just parents. Mrs.Tahereh and Mrs.Cintia are devoted and passionate about kids, I could tell this from each and every detail that how they treat and respond to all kids. I wish I had that kind of teacher for myself when I was a kid.
And about the school, it has well designed and equipped classrooms and all other facilities. The toys, tools and all things that kids make contact with each day are well cleaned daily. This is the school I’m comfortable to send my kid to.

Our little guy has graduated from Infant, Caterpillars, to Bouncy Bears 2. We really appreciate Ms. Irma’s guidance, Ms. Breeana’s enthusiasm and Ms. Nina’s care. They always greeted him with a big smile. He enjoyed coming to class so much. Also Ms. Misty and Ms. Cinthia’s patience in working with our son to eat his snacks and school lunches (such a picky eater with us). And we have also noticed his vocabulary is slowly beginning to improve while engaging with the older toddlers. Looking forward to potty training, more growth and development in this latest class!

As a teacher at The Goddard School of Tustin, I absolutely love being part of this community. Our Wonder of Learning program is incredible; it sparks children’s curiosity and helps them discover the joy of learning through play and exploration. Seeing my kids grow in confidence and creativity every day is truly the most rewarding part of my job. It’s a special place where children feel supported, inspired, and excited to learn!