McKinney I (Craig Ranch)

So far, exceptional customer service and accommodations/respect of our unique needs! Super kind staff and reasonable leadership! Very patient people, indeed!

I absolutely love The Goddard School! My child has received exceptional care and a wonderful education here. The teachers are truly remarkable and consistently go above and beyond for their students. I especially love how they keep families involved with frequent activities and events all year round. It is also wonderful to see such unique enrichment programs—my child is particularly enjoying the chess classes and the hands-on gardening program!

Paul gave McKinney I (Craig Ranch) an AWESOME Recommendation

A great school for young kids to prepare them for grade school. One of my kids was even able to skip kindergarten based on what learned at Goddard.

Both of our kids attend Goddard at Craig Ranch and have been since they were a year to 18 months old. The staff love them as their own and do a great job of communicating with us. They do a great job of age-appropriate learning combined with a lot of fun. We have made many friends of other parents and kids through the school, and it truly is a community. Our kids will be at Goddard until they go to K5. Highly recommend!

Our family has had a wonderful experience at The Goddard School of McKinney (Craig Ranch).
Our son started here a few months ago, and the transition has been so much smoother than we expected. His teachers are warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in his growth. He comes home happy, excited, and full of new things he’s learned each day.

Communication from the school is great, the classrooms feel nurturing and well-organized, and the environment is truly designed with children in mind. We’ve seen our son thriving here, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the team that cares for him.

Highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a safe, loving, and enriching place for their child.

We absolutely love The Goddard School. The staff is friendly and caring and they make a concerted effort to get to know each student and their families. We know our child is being cared for and learning in a fun and nurturing environment. We are so thankful for the staff and all that they do for us.

We have been at The Goddard School of McKinney (Craig Ranch) for just over a year now and feel so fortunate to have found such an amazing school. The teachers and administration are the best - they truly care about the kids and put the time and effort into creating a safe, welcoming, loving and engaging space. It’s been so incredible to see our daughter, now 3 and in preschool, flourish learning so many new things - from chess to yoga to STEAM learnings like egg drops to saying and signing all her colors in English and Spanish, we know that she is developing and learning while having fun. Our son, who started 1 month ago in the infant room at 4 months old, has been so happy and is always doing fun, engaging, activities.

Most importantly of all, the school is like a family. I couldn’t possibly list all of the amazing people that love on our daughter and son every single...

It’s a great school! My daughter loves her teachers. Facility is very clean and bright. My 2nd one would be starting there soon. One of the best day care in South McKinney area

We have been a Goddard Craig Ranch family for a year now, and we could not be happier with our experience. Our preschool-aged son is absolutely delighted to go to "school" every day, and we love how much attention the teachers are able to give to each student. He comes home every day so excited to tell us about the new facts he learned (rain comes from the clouds!) or the learning activities he participated in. Beyond the classroom — from summer splash days to fall festivals to family tea parties — Goddard Craig Ranch makes sure that the kids have fun too. An excellent investment in our family's future!

The Goddard School in McKinney has consistently exceeded my expectations. From the director to the teaching staff, everyone is warm, professional, and dedicated. Their Pre-K program has been outstanding in preparing my child for kindergarten, both academically and socially. The Kids Club and summer program are equally impressive, offering a safe, engaging environment that my child truly enjoys. I always feel confident knowing my child is well cared for and genuinely loved. I wholeheartedly recommend The Goddard School to friends, family, and anyone seeking high-quality early childhood education.

From the age of 2, Goddard school of McKinney was second home — a place where our son felt safe, supported, and encouraged to grow. The dedicated teachers and caregivers played a major role in fostering this growth. We truly appreciate the thoughtful balance of structure and play, learning and exploration. We are thankful for the strong communication from the staff, which kept us informed and involved in our child’s progress and day-to-day experiences. Thank you to Tanny and her team for your care, dedication, and love. We will always hold this experience close to our hearts.

Our boys, Ollie (4) and Everett (6), have been attending The Goddard School since Ollie was 2 and Everett was 3.5, and we can’t say enough good things. The low staff turnover has created such a sense of stability and comfort — the same loving, attentive teachers have been with them from the start. The school is always clean, responsive, and full of engaging activities that balance fun with learning. Everett was more than ready for kindergarten thanks to their thoughtful curriculum, and to this day, he still prefers the kids club at Goddard over the one at his elementary school. It’s truly been a safe, nurturing space for both our boys, and we feel so grateful knowing they’re in such good hands every day.

Our boys, Ollie (4) and Everett (6), have been attending The Goddard School since Ollie was 2 and Everett was 3.5, and we can’t say enough good things. The low staff turnover has created such a sense of stability and comfort — the same loving, attentive teachers have been with them from the start. The school is always clean, responsive, and full of engaging activities that balance fun with learning. Everett was more than ready for kindergarten thanks to their thoughtful curriculum, and to this day, he still prefers the kids club at Goddard over the one at his elementary school. It’s truly been a safe, nurturing space for both our boys, and we feel so grateful knowing they’re in such good hands every day.

The teachers and staff do a great job. They always come up with great engaging activities, teach independence, discipline and provide a learning environment that is fun for the children. Additionally the staff does a great job hosting the various after school events. Those are truly appreciated.

This is our second Goddard experience. Our first child attended a different location, but both have felt like home. When I drop my child off in the morning I know he is loved by all the staff. My child is not always easy as many 3 year old boys are not, but I know they see him as an individual and not as just another wild toddler boy. The teachers have taken the time to teach him how to manage his emotions and energy as much as a 3 year old can and we are even seeing the impact at home. They have also built a relationship with my older child just during the brief time she is with me during pick up and drop off. When I walk the halls every employee takes the time to look me in the eye, smile, and say hello. They truly love and know kids and that’s what you want in a childcare provider.

Goddard was an amazing school and experience for our Pre-Ker. They had such good communication, the staff and teachers were incredible and engaging. All the activities they do for the kids is above and beyond. Our oldest went to another Daycare and Goddard was head and shoulders better than the other one. 5 stars for Goddard, we will miss this school.

Our daughter has been exposed to so many new and exciting things since we switched to Goddard! Chess, soccer, martial arts, and MORE! We love seeing Miss Michelle and Miss Annabelle every morning and her teacher is always excited to see her coming. Thank you all!

We’ve been going here for years and love this location. The front office staff is great and we’ve gotten to know them like family. Would definitely recommend!

Goddard is by far the best school, with the best teachers, staff, and director. Everyone is so pleasant and you truly feel like they know your child. Communication and updates are great!

We are so grateful that our kids have had the opportunity to attend school here over the past several years. Our kids have been enrolled since they were each 3 months old, and the experience has been truly great. We love the activities they put on and the way they integrate the parents. We’ve loved every teacher our kids have had over the years and highly recommend this program to any families with kids approaching elementary school.

Wes gave McKinney I (Craig Ranch) an AWESOME Recommendation

The Best!

Best experience and investment for my children’s future. The entire staff is extremely attentive and there for you and your child. Loved them all so much!

Goddard had been a special place for our family for the last three years! The staff and teachers here are by far the most amazing people. They take care of our little ones like their own and our kids feel like they are not away from us when they are at Goddard. I’d highly recommend this school for your preschoolers and will continue to be a strong advocate for their school and what they represent.