The Goddard School of Buckeye
(Verrado)

4320 N. School Hill Road
, Buckeye, Arizona 85396
623-255-3290 6:00 am - 6:00 pm

Exterior of the Goddard School in Buckeye Arizona

Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Buckeye (Verrado) is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.

Meet Nicole

Owner

Nicole, one of the school's on-site Co-Owners, grew up in the Cleveland suburb of Hudson, Ohio, and holds an Accounting degree from The Ohio State University. She relocated to Phoenix in 2002 and moved to Verrado in 2011 with her husband, where they now reside with their daughter, son, and their many pets. They are excited for their children to receive the same high-quality Goddard education that they have been providing to so many other West Valley children since 2009! Nicole's favorite children's book is "Oh, The Places You'll Go!" by Dr. Seuss, and when she is not busy at the school, she enjoys hiking, reading, and riding her Peloton bike. She loves knowing that The Goddard School's safe and fun learning environment provides children with the confidence and foundation to help them attain their dreams.

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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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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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!

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My experience in the infant room has been phenomenal. My son lights up when he sees his teacher and jumps. into her arms. They take wonderful care of him, with constant communication throughout the day. The teachers have been incredibly patient, empathetic and informative with all of my questions (which is a lot as I’m a first time parent). I’m very grateful for the Goddard team

Nicholas & Baby's Mother

Infant Classroom

We absolutely love the Goddard school. It is such a great place for our family and our kids to learn and grow starting at such a young age. We couldn't be more pleased with the staff at Goddard from the teachers to the people in the main office. We appreciate the safe environment while still allowing kids to be kids and play.

Rhett & Kennedy's Mother

Toddler Classroom

From our very first day, the staff and teachers have always made us feel like family. I feel confident that our daughter is receiving the best education paired with a very high level of love and care.

Rowan & Remy's Mother

Toddler Classroom

My experience in the infant room has been phenomenal. My son lights up when he sees his teacher and jumps. into her arms. They take wonderful care of him, with constant communication throughout the day. The teachers have been incredibly patient, empathetic and informative with all of my questions (which is a lot as I’m a first time parent). I’m very grateful for the Goddard team

Nicholas & Baby's Mother

Infant Classroom

We absolutely love the Goddard school. It is such a great place for our family and our kids to learn and grow starting at such a young age. We couldn't be more pleased with the staff at Goddard from the teachers to the people in the main office. We appreciate the safe environment while still allowing kids to be kids and play.

Rhett & Kennedy's Mother

Toddler Classroom

My experience in the infant room has been phenomenal. My son lights up when he sees his teacher and jumps. into her arms. They take wonderful care of him, with constant communication throughout the day. The teachers have been incredibly patient, empathetic and informative with all of my questions (which is a lot as I’m a first time parent). I’m very grateful for the Goddard team

Nicholas & Baby's Mother

Infant Classroom

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The Goddard Difference

Choosing the best educational experience for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. At The Goddard School, we focus on authentic, fun learning experiences that happen in a safe, caring and flexible environment that children love, and parents have trusted for over 30 years.

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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

Safe & Nurturing
Social & Emotional Skills
Education

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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.

In our classrooms, creativity and curiosity blossom as children discover the wonder of learning. Through fun learning experiences (F.L.EX.^®), your child will develop academic and social-emotional skills that will help them feel ready to take on the world.

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The Goddard School of Buckeye
(Verrado)