The Goddard School of

Forked River

4.9 (29 reviews)

School Phone Number: 609-971-0051

, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

School Address: 214 Lacey Road, Forked River, New Jersey 08731

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School Highlights

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After School
After School Transportation
Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
American Sign Language
Art History
Before School
Before School Transportation
Computers

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Forked River, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. That's why we offer an expert curriculum, experienced teachers and a nurturing environment to provide the best foundation for their growth.

Goddard Great Start Scholarship

We believe children deserve the greatest start so they can become the best versions of themselves. The Goddard Great Start Scholarship offers an opportunity for two families, one new and one existing, to receive a full year of tuition! Applications close May 1, 2026.

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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.

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.

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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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Classrooms & Programs

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 - 12 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

12 - 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 - 3 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

2.5 - 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.

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.

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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Forked River.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
Finger Guards

Gate Alarm
Outdoor Security Cameras
Supervised Lobby Entry
Water Filtration System

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Art History
Computers

Engineering
Handwriting
Indoor Gym
Interactive Whiteboard
Learning Technologies
Literacy Nook
Music Appreciation
Nutrition
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Rock Wall
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Tablets
Wonder of Learning®
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Great safety, security, cleanliness.

Michael & Grace's Mother

Summer Program

I appreciate how the owner runs things.

Isabelle & Thomas's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Staff is very professional and friendly. Curriculum is age-appropriate and engaging.

Skylar's Father

Preschool Classroom

We love everything about Goddard!

Alexander's Mother

Infant Classroom

Frequent feedback & photos, interactive activities & events for kids & families, and nost importantly that my daughter is excited to go everyday

Cora's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

My children are not only cared for but they are taught something. Although my children only go 3 days per week, I feel they will be more prepared for early years of school more than a child who has not attended a Goddard School. The teachers also truly care about my children’s development. It’s not just a job to most of them, it’s a responsibility.

Declan & John's Father

Preschool Classroom

Wonderful staff, clean facilities!

Jack's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We like that there are concise lesson plans that incorporate all areas of education.

Elina's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Forked River.

Upcoming Events

April 15

Week of the Young Child:

12 - 1 PM
April 16

Week of the Young Child:

All Day
April 17

Week of the Young Child:

All Day
April 20

National Look Alike Day

All Day

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Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School of Forked River 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.

GROW NJ KIDS

Grow NJ Kids is a state-sponsored initiative to raise the quality of child care and early learning throughout New Jersey. Grow NJ Kids gives child care and early learning programs resources to assess and improve their programs, while providing parents with information that allows them to evaluate the quality of programs and make the best choices for their child. The goal is to create a system that encourages ongoing improvement.

May 2025

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