The Goddard School of Deerfield (Northbrook)

We love Goddard of Deerfield. They are so professional, caring, organized and preparing my child for kindergarten. We appreciate all that they do for our family. Read more >

My experience has been excellent at the Goddard School. The teachers, directors, and owners are wonderful and do a great job. They really care about the kids and make the experience fun. Read more >

Our daughter was in another school, and was not having a great experience. Within one day at Goddard School of Deerfield she was her old happy self again. She is thriving and we have even enrolled her sister for this summer. Read more >

As a speech-language pathologist I spend a lot of time visiting daycares. The Goddard School in Deerfield is one of my favorite places to visit. The teachers and staff are incredibly warm and engaging, the learning spaces are bright, clean, and welcoming, and the children appear genuinely happy. There is a nice balance of structure and routine which helps the children feel confident and secure. Every time I visit Goddard I walk out with a smile on my face. Read more >

As a speech-language pathologist I spend a lot of time visiting daycares. The Goddard School in Deerfield is one of my favorite places to visit. The teachers and staff are incredibly warm and engaging, the learning spaces are bright, clean, and welcoming, and the children appear genuinely happy. There is a nice balance of structure and routine which helps the children feel confident and secure. Every time I visit Goddard I walk out with a smile on my face. 😊 Read more >

My 2 kids go to Goddard and love it! Great space, amazing teachers. Read more >

We've had an amazing experience at Goddard over the past two years and are looking forward to enrolling our second child in a few months. The Goddard team has done a phenomenal job building a community within the school and surrounding community. I truly feel that every teacher, director and owner cares about my child and her success. We've been so impressed by the resources provided to her and the growth she's experienced so far at Goddard Deerfield. Read more >

Today I complete four years at The Goddard School of Deerfield!

Though clichéd, its true time flies especially if you engage yourself in useful pursuits and are surrounded by wonderful people. My ability to act as a change agent, helping shape young innocent minds- my children at Goddard, gives me the satisfaction that is second to none.
These four years saw an unprecented, life-changing event- the pandemic that tested the best in each one of us for and I wish to applaud the sensitivity, nimbleness and grit of our extraordinary owners- Jane and Genia for keeping all of us safe at school. Their warmth continues to keep us all together like one large family and makes me feel special.
I am also super lucky to enjoy the empathy and support of our admin!!!
One of the many reasons that has kept me coming back each day are my co-teachers.
A big shout-out... Read more >

Today I complete four years at The Goddard School of Deerfield!!!
Though clichéd, its true time flies especially if you engage yourself in useful pursuits and are surrounded by wonderful people. My ability to act as a change agent, helping shape young innocent minds- my children at Goddard, gives me the satisfaction that is second to none.
These four years saw an unprecented, life-changing event- the pandemic that tested the best in each one of us for and I wish to applaud the sensitivity, nimbleness and grit of our extraordinary owners- Jane and Genia for keeping all of us safe at school. Their warmth continues to keep us all together like one large family and makes me feel special.
I am also super lucky to enjoy the empathy and support of our admin!
One of the many reasons that has kept me coming back each day are my co-teachers.
A big shout-out... Read more >

I'm delighted to share my heartfelt appreciation for Goddard Daycare, particularly for the exceptional care. My daughter has been attending this daycare for a while now, and I can confidently say it has been an absolute blessing. The owner’s dedication and nurturing approach have made all the difference. Read more >

As someone who has work in the Early Childhood industry for many years, I wouldn't choose a place for my child where I wouldn't work myself. I'm excited to share my wonderful experience with the Goddard School of Deerfield. Since my now 4-year-old started attending, I've been consistently impressed. Their exceptional program creates a nurturing and stimulating environment for young minds to thrive. The teachers are not only amazing but also caring and attentive. My child has learned a lot and developed a love for learning, thanks to their dedication. It's heartwarming to see my 4-year-old thrive academically and emotionally, and I'm delighted with my decision to enroll and work at the Goddard School of Deerfield! Read more >

I don't ever leave reviews because I am always on the go and just don't make the time. However, given that this involves the person that I love most in this world, I wanted to share how much we adore The Goddard School of Deerfield!

The integration of music, Spanish (I come from a Spanish background and having my son learn Spanish is SUPER important to me!), and chess into their curriculum is simply outstanding and in my eyes, sets them apart. Although they are all there to educate our children, they do this with a sprinkle of fun and enrichment, and honestly we couldn't be happier.

Having been in business myself for many years, I truly believe that in any industry there needs to be a good boss/staff relationship. Every time that I take my son to Goddard I can see what an incredibly strong relationship the directors have with their teachers. I see them go... Read more >

Our family is absolutely thrilled with The Goddard School in Deerfield! We have two little ones, ages 2 and 4, and this school has truly exceeded our expectations. The quality of the teachers is outstanding. They are both skilled educators and nurturing caregivers, and our children have really thrived.

Additionally, the front office staff is always friendly, welcoming, and ready to assist with any questions. The Goddard School activities are also unparalleled. Our kids have music class every day, are learning Spanish, and our son loves his chess lessons and talks nonstop about "King Chomper."

Finally, what stands out is that people love being there. The PTO is very active and has arranged opportunities for parents to connect and the teachers consistently say they feel lucky to work there. We couldn't be happier, and wholeheartedly recommend The... Read more >

We've been taking our two kids here for almost a year now, and we love it.

The owners, Jane and Genia, are very engaged. In addition to the normal curriculum, they are always arranging special events like a juggler, magician, petting zoo, and even a foam party. We love seeing photos and videos each day of the art, science, and music projects they do.

The front office folks are helpful, attentive, and know every child's first name. The teachers have all been excellent. I believe a big part of that, while it is a complex and difficult industry, is that they are better taken care of here than your average daycare.

Lastly, we love how diverse they are. Our children are growing up learning from teachers who have grown up all over the world. I think it's great to hear their perspectives from such a young age. Read more >

I cannot recommend this school enough. Every staff member is outstanding. Hunter, our 4.5 year old son, has gone to Goddard for almost a year and they have been INCREDIBLE. They are patient, kind, teach thoughtfully, advance skill sets, and create fun. Each day he comes home and shares something new he has learned - ranging from shapes, numbers, spelling, to languages, kindness, and sharing. He has a community there and loves going. They are AMAZING. We wish they did all the grades and he could stay! Read more >

The staff at The Goddard School are unmatched! My son has had such an amazing experience so far. The staff go above and beyond to plan thoughtful activities throughout the day. Children of all ages get time outside daily, participate in Spanish, Music, and purposeful fine motor/art activities. Goddard plans events outside of school, which is such a great way to get to know other families. I am in awe of all of the amazing learning and meaningful activities my son completes each day. Goddard creates spirit weeks and special events for families, consistently. I am so touched by the projects my son brings home. Goddard has created such a wonderful culture and community! Read more >

We couldn’t be happier with Goddard School - from the owners to the teachers and the overall program for the kids. The teachers are very patient and attentive to the kids. The owners are always available to offer advice and help answer any questions. Our son’s knowledge grows daily and we couldn’t be more proud! Music and Spanish lessons are an added bonus our son greatly enjoys! Read more >

Goddard does a great job in so many areas - compassionate and attentive teachers, diverse array of activities and programs, wonderful mix of educational methods and a top notch food program. Our LO has been going there for years and loves it! Read more >

My daughter has been attending Goddard School of Deerfield for over a year, and it has been a wonderful experience! Teachers and administrators are attentive, kind, and seem to truly enjoy working with kids. And most importantly my daughter loves coming here. I would highly recommend this daycare! Read more >

Our son was at Goddard from about 9 months old to 23 months. Goddard was wonderful; he learned so much and loved going there. The teachers were so sweet and the administrators were very responsive. Read more >

My 4 year old and 2 year old daughters attended The Goddard School of Deerfield and loved it. Every day is thoughtfully planned and full of fun activities and learning opportunities. The teachers, including the music teacher, are excellent and the facilities are brand new and well maintained. The owners and office staff are very responsive to all questions and feedback. We only left since we moved out of state otherwise we'd happily have our kids attend until kindergarten. Read more >

We had a wonderful experience with Goddard! I love how Goddard incorporates technology into their learning. The teachers are amazing and the administration is communicative and easy to work with. I also love the hot meals for breakfast and the additional enrichments during the day. Highly recommend! Read more >

My daughter recently moved into the 3s classroom. I can’t believe how much she has learned in just a few weeks. Her teachers have helped to make her transition smooth. The directors and owners truly care about every child at Goddard. Read more >

We LOVE The Goddard School! Our two girls, 3 and 5 years old, are learning so much and having a ton of fun. The owners are fantastic. Their kindness and enthusiasm extends to their amazing directors and teachers. Our kids love all of the enrichments, including Spanish, music, and yoga. The facility is new and very clean. We love the attached playgrounds and the indoor gym with climbing wall. During the summer, they have water day 2x per week and outside ice cream snacks. We have been very impressed with their communications and safety protocols during COVID. When we drop our kids off at The Goddard School, we know they are safe and happy. Read more >

We enrolled our 2 1/2 year old son earlier this year, just before Covid hit. Miss Angela and Miss Ryleigh are such sweethearts and my son just loves them! We use an app where they send us daily photos and videos of our son doing certain activities, a description of what he is doing, and the goals around that. They do so many awesome things, like growing their own radishes in their garden and eating them, touching and learning about worms, science experiments to see what sinks or floats (they're always doing so many different fun science experiments with the kiddos!), exploring the letters of their names, and yoga (my son is always trying different yoga poses at home now :-)). They also include a very detailed daily report stating the times they went potty, time they napped (if any), the meal and snack times along with what exactly he ate, and how much of it. I feel like I was there... Read more >

We enrolled our 2 1/2 year old son earlier this year, just before Covid hit. Miss Angela and Miss Ryleigh are such sweethearts and my son just loves them! We use an app where they send us daily photos and videos of our son doing certain activities, a description of what he is doing, and the goals around that. They do so many awesome things, like growing their own radishes in their garden and eating them, touching and learning about worms, science experiments to see what sinks or floats (they're always doing so many different fun science experiments with the kiddos!), exploring the letters of their names, and yoga (my son is always trying different yoga poses at home now :-)). They also include a very detailed daily report stating the times they went potty, time they napped (if any), the meal and snack times along with what exactly he ate, and how much of it. I feel like I was there... Read more >

My children recently started at The Goddard School. We have been so happy with the quality of curriculum and staff. They have Spanish and Music classes daily and come home with adorable art projects. Read more >

Both of our sons go to The Goddard School in Deerfield. We are so happy with the warm and loving environment, creative and interesting curriculum, enrichment programs, and of course the amazing staff. The teachers, owners, and entire staff go above and beyond expectations to make sure that each child has a great experience. Our boys are very happy learning, playing, and making friends at Goddard. It’s truly a great place for a kid to be! Read more >

We just started at Goddard school! We have been really happy with the care of the teachers, Director, and owners with both our son and us as parents. I feel they are making a welcoming and warm environment! Read more >