The Goddard School of

Westford

978-692-3531
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
162 Concord Road, Westford, Massachusetts 01886

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Art History
Chess
Disinfectant Sprayer
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Handwriting
Music Appreciation

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Westford, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. Since 2009, The Goddard School located in Westford has been owned and operated by Nina & Fred Lee. Our school is more than just a daycare and is a "home away from home" for all our families. We pride ourselves on our nurturing environment and strong educational philosophy. Come visit with us today. We look forward to welcoming you to our Goddard Village!! PLEASE NOTE: Our school's hours are 7:30AM - 6PM.

Expert, Caring Teachers

Our extraordinary educators shape your child’s experience, creating a fun and engaging learning environment with personalized lesson plans focused on whole-child development.

Curriculum

Our education program, Wonder of Learning^®, is the most innovative and well-researched on the market. It was created by early childhood development experts to empower children to explore their natural curiosity.

The Goddard Difference

Goddard is more than just a preschool. With a proven track record of academic and social excellence, we've earned the trust of countless happy families who have seen their children exceed expectations and step into the world with confidence and compassion.

Leading with Curiosity

The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.

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Meet Nina On-Site Owners

As the proud parents of twin boys, Nina and her husband, Fred chose to leave corporate careers for more fulfilling and meaningful pursuits. Nina and Fred aspire to combine a top-notch curriculum and educational experience with a strong feeling of partnership with the families. Owning The Goddard School is a dream come true and they look forward to the opportunity to share it with you!

Meet The Team

Discover Our Classrooms

From infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, our classrooms are designed specifically with your little one’s needs in mind.

Infant

6 w - 15 m

In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need with opportunities to begin exploring the world around them.

Toddlers

15m - 24 m

As your little one rapidly develops physically and cognitively, our Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered and their budding skills are nurtured.

Twos

2 - 2.9 yrs

In the Twos classroom, experienced, caring teachers guide your child through playful exploration, helping navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity.

Bridge

2.9 - 3.5 yrs

As your child continues to gain independence, build self-care skills and learn more about themselves, the Bridge classroom provides the support they need to thrive in a preschool setting.

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Preschool

3 - 4 yrs

In our Preschool classroom, your child starts their journey into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting.

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Pre-K

4 - 5 yrs

As your child prepares for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities to develop important skills, make new friends and explore the world around them.

Additional Programs Offered

Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!
Special Programs

We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Our kids have attended 5 different daycare facilities between the two of them over the years. Goddard Westford is by far the best experience we have ever had. Everything is A+.

Aiden's Father

Preschool Classroom

The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development is an exceptional choice for families seeking a nurturing and educational environment for their young children. The caring and highly trained staff create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, fostering both social and intellectual growth. Parents can feel confident knowing their children are not only cared for but also prepared for future success. The Goddard School truly stands out as one of the best in early childhood education.

Beckham & Colton's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Very caring teachers. They are the best. Great communication from the administration. My daughter loves going to school :)

Lyndsey's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Everyone is so professional from the owners, to directors, to teachers. Everyone clearly cares deeply about the work they do with children. I feel confident every day that my child is safe, happy, and learning.

Lucy 's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Child is thriving and loves being there. The teachers are so attentive, skilled and experienced professionals in their role, and know him so well. They flag any concerns early on, and offer great advice and suggestions to help at home. I love the daily communications, and overall great communication from teachers and staff. A wonderful environment for learning, development, and growth because of the teachers and staff.

Logan's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We are very happy with every aspect of the school, from the administrative team to the curriculum to the classroom environment to the teaching personnel. Things are clear and the communication is strong and consistent. We love the daily sheets and appreciate the information shared on the curriculum.

James & Eliza's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We have been very pleased with our experience at the Goddard School. First and foremost, Charlie is clearly happy there and well taken care of. Nina & Fred are very responsive to any emails, questions, etc. and the teachers are as well. The teachers are also very communicative regarding Charlie's needs and take such good care of him.

Charles's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Great management, teachers, structure, and lessons. Couldn't be happier with the Goddard community in Westford!

Noah & Emerson's Father

Toddler Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Non-Biometric Security Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Supervised Lobby Entry

Food and Nutrition

Caring for your child includes ensuring that they're fueled up and ready to learn and play!

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Chess

Handwriting

Music Appreciation

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Wonder of Learning®

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

December 25

Winter Break

All Day
December 26

Winter Break

All Day
December 27

Winter Break

All Day
December 28

Winter Break

All Day

Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School is proud to be recognized for our commitment to quality care and early learning! These accolades reflect our dedication to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for every child.

MASSACHUSETTS QUALITY RATING AND IMPROVEMENT SYSTEM (MA QRIS)

LEVEL 2

QRIS is a method to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in Family Child Care and Group & School Age Child Care programs. The QRIS standards incorporate various regulation and research on child development. They are customized for Family Child Care, Group & School Age Child Care, and other early education and care programs.

February 2015 - May 2021

REGIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD

The Regional Leadership Award is presented annually and recognizes a franchisee in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest and Western regions based on their adaptation of new programs and services and leadership in their market including the mentoring of fellow franchisees.

January 2012 - January 2013

READERS' CHOICE - NARRAGANSETT-SOUTH KINGSTOWN PATCH

This award recognizes the best of Narragansett-South Kingstown as voted by the readers of the Narragansett-South Kingstown Patch.