The Goddard School of Jacksonville
(Baymeadows/Gate Pkwy)

School Address: 8985 Annie Eliza Rd.
, Jacksonville, Florida 32256
School Phone Number: 904-648-9900 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Jacksonville (Baymeadows/Gate Pkwy) is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.

Meet  Marie Ann

Meet Marie Ann

Managing Partner
Marie Ann is the Regional Director for Goddard Ponte Vedra Beach, Goddard Julington Creek & Goddard Baymeadows/ETown. She has been part of the organization since 2016 and has three decades in the Early Childhood Education field. Marie Ann has a Bachelor’s in early childhood education from an English university, where she grew up. Additionally, she holds a National CDA in Early Childhood Education and a Director’s License. In 2002 she created and launched a language school known as “Kids Club – Vilajuiga” located in Catalunya, Spain, predominantly teaching English to non-native speakers. During this time, she also worked as a consultant language teacher for local schools and became a qualified and recognized examiner/invigilator for Cambridge University. Though originally from England, Marie Ann moved to the states in 2011 and has called it home since! Marie Ann and her husband have five grown children.
  • 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

  • March 31 McKibben and Monte Pediatric therapy Assessment We
  • March 31 Karate Zoo 9 - 10 AM
  • April 1 Picture Day 7 AM - 12 PM
  • April 1 McKibben and Monte Pediatric therapy Assessment We
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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

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.