The Goddard School of Sparta

School Address: 107 Main Street
, Sparta, New Jersey 07871
School Phone Number: 973-726-4110 , School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
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Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Sparta is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.

The Goddard School, with its innovative "Wonder of Learning" curriculum, is an excellent choice for your child's early education. This curriculum is designed to ignite a child's natural curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning through experiential, hands-on activities. Integrating essential subjects such as science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM), the curriculum ensures a well-rounded education for your child with our experienced and dedicated teachers guiding the way.

Meet Jim

Meet Jim

School Owner
Hello, I’m Jim Freda, owner of The Goddard School in Sparta for over 20 amazing years. Along with my wife Marianne and our son Gavin, we are committed to creating a nurturing and safe environment where every child can thrive. Although I graduated from Kean University with a degree in Management Science, I’ve found my true passion in early childhood education. Each day at The Goddard School is a reminder of the privilege it is to contribute to the growth and development of young minds. As an owner, I take the responsibility of caring for your child very seriously. You can trust that we provide a high standard of care and education, treating each child with the respect, compassion, and attention they deserve. I look forward to partnering with you in supporting your child’s early learning journey.

  • 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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    Summer Fun

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

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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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Something Fun Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events

  • April 15 Wear Blue for autism awareness
  • April 15 Tasty Tuesday 9 AM - 9:30 PM
  • April 16 Wear mix match clothes
  • April 16 Mr. Scott 8:30 AM - 12 PM
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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I like the overall environment and that I feel like my son is well taken care of all while learning and and developing. I enjoy the open communication from the director and owner as well as how wonderful his teachers are.
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Preschool Classroom
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Keep Wonder Alive All Summer

Take a peak at what we have planned this summer:

  • Splash days
  • Lots of outdoor play (don't forget sunscreen!)
  • Special guest appearances and activities
  • Summer reading challenge
  • ... and so much more!
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Your Child’s Education

Children are extraordinary little scientists who have lots of questions about everything. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, harnesses children’s innate curiosity and encourages them to explore the world around them as they learn through play.

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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.