The Goddard School of Fort Mill
(Doby's Bridge)

School Address: 1930 Haire Road
, Fort Mill, South Carolina 29715
School Phone Number: 803-802-2228 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Fort Mill (Doby's Bridge) is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.

The Goddard School of Fort Mill provides high-quality early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Our dedicated lead teachers, all holding degrees in education, are passionate about nurturing a love of learning in each child. We offer a variety of enriching learning programs that engage children in fun, creative, and educational experiences. At The Goddard School of Fort Mill, we are committed to supporting each child’s growth in a safe, caring, and inspiring environment.

Meet Alpa and Dipen

Meet Alpa and Dipen

Owner
Alpa and Dipen Patel are the owners of The Goddard School Fort Mill SC (Doby's Bridge) . Alpa has Bachelors degree in Health Care and more than 10 years experience in the field. Dipen has Masters degree in Industrial and System engineering from University of Florida and 16 years of experience working in Financial Industry holding various management positions. Both Alpa and Dipen have Childcare administration credential and experience managing and running successful Goddard School in Charlotte region. Raising two boys who attended the Goddard School, they learned about program and felt immediate connection to the Goddard philosophy of fostering the love of learning while providing a safe, nurturing environment for children. Their goal is to continue making families' Goddard experience exceptional by providing nurturing and stimulating environment for their children to become confident learners as they grow and develop.

  • Our School

    Welcome! We’re committed to your child’s health, safety and education, which is why we provide children with safe and healthy learning environments at our School.

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    Faculty

    Our teachers blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care.

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  • Reviews & Recognition

    We greatly value feedback we receive from parents and our communities, and are proud to share these publicly.

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    Careers

    Education becomes extraordinary when teachers like you help little learners achieve big goals! If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children in a supportive, engaging environment, apply today!

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Something Fun Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events

  • April 7 Wonder of Learning Inquiry Question
  • April 9 Soccer Day! 9 AM - 12 PM
  • April 14 Wonder of Learning Inquiry Question
  • April 15 Shining Stars
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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We have been incredibly happy with our experience at the Goddard School! The teachers and staff are what make this school as incredible as it is. We love every person that works here. We always feel welcomed and we feel that our daughter is in the best hands. The curriculum and facility are also top-notch.
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Infant Classroom
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Find Their Extraordinary

We nurture your child’s unique potential by encouraging their natural curiosity so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world.

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What Teachers Mean to Me

Every member of the Goddard faculty has special, often extraordinary, gifts they share with their students. When a child comes home happy and can't wait to see their teacher the next day, tell us about it. Take this moment to celebrate your child's teachers!

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LEARNING YOUR CHILD LOVES

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We work tirelessly to ensure children thrive in a healthy, safe and warm environment. Within this secure and nurturing environment, children can discover their unique gifts.