The Goddard School

We have a 4-year-old and a 2-year-old at The Goddard School in Avery Ranch. Our family relocated from another state, and English is not our first language.
We were initially hesitant to place our child in a fully English-speaking environment, but we realized our child needed structure and classroom routines before entering elementary school.

What stands out most is how patient and attentive the teachers here are. Our 4-year-old struggles with English and can lose focus easily, but they never give up on him. They take the time to understand him and work closely with us to support his development.

The teachers offered a thoughtful perspective on what our child needed at this stage. They encouraged us to build small, consistent habits at home that support his growth, and we’ve already seen meaningful changes in his confidence and independence.

Our 2-year-old tends to be very attached to me, so we expected drop-offs to be difficult at first. She cried during the first couple of days, but after about three days she stopped crying completely. Now she happily walks into class and even looks forward to going to school. She’s also eating better there than at home, which gives us great reassurance.

For families who are non-native English speakers, we understand how challenging this transition can feel. Although we haven’t been here long, we are already seeing positive growth in both of our children.

We are especially grateful to Ms. Sudi, Ms. Sylvia, Ms. Makayla, and Ms. Dharani for their care and dedication.