The Goddard School of South Tampa

UPDATE 8/5/2025: Just swinging by to confirm that we are still happy with Goddard. I would like to endorse that I am so grateful for the teachers that care for my kids here. My now 14 month old reaches out to go to her teacher’s arms when I drop her off in the morning, and my almost-3-year-old literally runs to get a hug from his. Heck, I even get a hug every morning from Ms Brenda. Ms Leyda, Ms Isabel, Ms T(riana) and Ms Brenda are sending my kids home with new skills everyday, but most of all, they send them home happy and well cared for. They are all gems and we are lucky to have them!

My 2 year old son and 8 month old daughter attend Goddard South Tampa. We have been at the school since my son was 6 months old. It’s no secret that daycare (in general) takes substantial financial resources, and Goddard was higher on our price list when we looked around, however, the...

It's an excellent place. I recommend it 100%. The teachers and the administration are very professional. I love these schools: Goddard Temple Terrace & Goddard South Tampa. I love them. They are my favorite place.🙏❤️😘😍

We couldn’t be happier with our daughter’s experience at The Goddard South Tampa! From the moment we enrolled, we knew this was the perfect place for her to grow, learn, and thrive. The location is fantastic—convenient and welcoming, making drop-offs and pick-ups a breeze.

The program itself is outstanding. It is thoughtfully designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and social skills, all while making learning fun! The staff and teachers are truly top-notch—kind, attentive, and highly dedicated to each child's success. They create a warm and nurturing environment that makes both children and parents feel confident and cared for.

Overall, we are so grateful for the incredible education and care our daughter is receiving at The Goddard South Tampa. We highly recommend this program to any parent looking for a quality pre-K experience filled with learning, love,...

I’ve toured a few schools, and none was as secure, lively and inviting as The Goddard School of South Tampa. My son who gets overwhelmed easily immediately liked being there, which is a huge win. Even everyone I talked to was very pleasant and nice (seems like they truly love what they do, which is a very diff vibe from some other schools I toured. 5 stars

What a wonderful experience! The virtual tour was clear, engaging, and gave a great sense of the warm, nurturing environment the preschool offers. The classrooms looked bright and inviting, and the staff seemed genuinely caring. It really helped us feel confident and excited about enrolling!

Both our kids have been to Goddard and we have to give a shout out to Miss Trish and Miss Andre’a - both amazing teachers, our kids love their caring style and desire to help teach the kids to be lifelong learners!

We have been attending The Goddard School of South Tampa since the school first opened their doors in November 2020. My oldest graduated from the pre-kindergarten class two years ago and my youngest graduates from Ms. Jasmine’s pre-K class at the end of May. The Goddard School is absolutely gorgeous and includes so many amazing modern features, but my favorite feature of the school is the covered playground on each floor of the three-story building and the indoor gymnasium on the second and third floor that allows the children to play and exercise inside or outside of the building during inclement weather. We have had some of the most wonderful teachers including Ms. Jasmine, Ms. Liza, Ms. Trish, Ms. Lindsay, Ms. Latoya, Ms. , and Ms. Brenda. These women have all done an incredible job of raising our boys to be kind, smart, and respectful little gentlemen. My oldest is currently...

Goddard School has been an amazing experience for our Pre-K prep child. We were fortunate to find an opening in February after becoming dissatisfied at another school. Communication is excellent and the entire staff has been incredibly welcoming. Ms Mildred has introduced our child to a play-based curriculum that is enriched with programs designed to foster social-emotional development, creativity, and critical thinking skills. We can see the growth and development on a daily basis. The facilities are first class as well.

The teachers at Goddard are the best! We love Miss T, Miss Brenda, Miss Marbelis and Miss Sophie!! They are so kind, fun, and patient with all of the kids. Our daughter adores them and learns so much every day.

Ms.Maya is the best there is!!! So kind and patient with all the kids , they love their time with her! Thank you for finding the right people to work with our children truly a beautiful soul!

We have been extremely pleased with the quality of care our child receives at the Goddard School of South Tampa. The school is always clean and organized, the teachers clearly care about the students, the administrative staff communicates clearly and frequently, and the sense of community is wonderful. The Pre-K Prep classroom is remarkable - our daughter is learning science, social studies, math, and language arts on a daily basis. She is writing and reading more than I thought she would be at this age, and I credit that to her Pre-K Prep teachers! Our child loves going to school, and we will continue with her care and education at the Goddard School for as long as possible.

Ms. Triana is amazing she loves her job and her kids she goes beyond and above for them

Ms. T and Ms. Brenda are both so kind, patient, and genuinely caring.

Ms. Brenda has the sweetest, most calming presence. Ms. T brings so much fun and energy to the room she keeps the kids engaged and learning in the best ways.

They make a great team, and we’re so thankful for them!

We love Goddard school, we have been going here since we moved to Tampa and can’t say enough great things about it. They have fun events and splash Fridays in the summer. Our Kid’s teachers Miss Brenda, Miss T, Miss Kesha, and Miss I go above and beyond. Our kids are always so excited to see them at drop off!

We love Mrs. Mildred! She's the perfect mixture of fun, structure and education.

Ms Mildred in Pre-K Prep is amazing.

We absolutely love Ms. Maya‼️ she is so great with the kids. She keeps them engaged.

Ms. Jasmine is the best! My daughter initially had a rough time transitioning to a new school in a new state, but she has done so well with her. She goes above and beyond as a teacher to make sure her students are doing great. We absolutely love her!

Couldn’t be happier with my kids school, they get to learn and play everyday … their teachers Ms T, Ms.Brenda, Ms.Mildred and Ms.Nathalie are really sweet and great teachers!

We absolutely love Ms. Tirana and Ms. Brenda! So loving and so encouraging to my shy 3 y/o. We feel so blessed to have such amazing teachers at Goddard!

We love the Goddard school. Our children have has had nothing but positive experiences! They love their teachers, especially Ms T and Ms Brenda and our youngest loves Mrs Vanessa and Ms A!

Miss Maya is really good with the kids. She is really helpful

Ms. Liza is absolutely AMAZING with the kids. I would not have picked a better teacher to finish kindergarten with for our kiddos !!

Ms. Jasmine and Ms. Joyclyn have been absolutely incredible teachers—not just to my son and his classmates, but even to their siblings. They consistently go above and beyond to ensure the children are fully engaged in their learning, both in the classroom and at home. They strike the perfect balance between education and fun, creating an environment where kids truly love to learn. Our family is so grateful for their dedication, warmth, and the positive impact they’ve made. We truly love and adore them!

We have had such wonderful experiences with the teachers at Goddard. Ms Stephanie, Ms Barbara, Ms Trish and Ms Eve all create a wonderfully warm environment and our kids are flourishing both educationally and in their social/emotional development! Can't say enough about these women!

We were so lucky to have Ms. Latoya and Ms. Tatiana as our child’s teachers. They created such a warm, loving, and fun environment that made our little one excited to go to school every day. Their kindness, patience, and genuine care for each child truly stood out. We recently moved away and were so sad to leave, but we’ll always be grateful for the positive impact they had on our child and our family. They are truly special teachers, and we miss them so much!

As both a parent and a teacher at The Goddard School, my experience has been deeply meaningful. My children were fortunate to have incredible teachers like Liza, Trish, and Lindsay, whose warmth and dedication made a lasting impact. The administrative team has always been caring and supportive, and the environment consistently felt like an extension of home.

I’m especially grateful to Ms. Jasmine for encouraging my return. It meant a lot to be welcomed back into a place where I felt trusted and valued. Ms. Jasmine is a great teacher who clearly loves the children. The Pre-K B classroom had such a vibrant energy, and the kids truly thrived there. I know the students will continue to learn and grow with both Ms. Jasmine and Ms. Jocelyn. Anyone who gets to be in that classroom is very lucky. It’s a warm, engaging space filled with good energy and care.

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We love Ms. Jasmine! She works well with everyone’s kids. Just a great teacher overall. Pre K B class is the best!