Sandy Springs (Hammond Drive) Reviews & Recognition

The love and commitment of our Goddard families inspires us every day. To help make each child’s learning experiences the best they can be, we are always happy to listen when parents share their expectations. Here’s what our families have to say.

  • We absolutely love Goddard!! We love the relationships Mila has and everything she has learned!

    Camila & Isla James's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The administration and teachers are all so caring about each child in every class and they cater to each child’s needs.

    Henry & Lucy 's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Love the teachers and staff. The place is always clean. My son truly enjoys going there everyday.

    Logan's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The teachers are great! We have had three children at the Goddard School and always feel like they are in great hands.

    Catherine & Thomas & Benjamin's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

COGNIA® ACCREDITED

Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.

June 2013 - March 2023

BEST OF ATLANTA AND BUSINESS HALL OF FAME

The Goddard School has been selected nine years in a row for the Best of Atlanta Awards for Preschools and now qualifies for the 2021 Atlanta Business Hall of Fame. Each year, the Atlanta Award Program recognizes local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community.

August 2021 - August 2022

SECURE EDUCATION CONSULTANTS (SEC)

Secure Education Consultants is a company owned and operated by former US Secret Service Agents designed to help us take our safety and security to the highest level possible. SEC is a group of highly-skilled security and protection experts. The SEC team specializes in analyzing facilities, developing Emergency Preparedness Plans, and preparing faculty and staff to appropriately confront emergencies of all kinds.

January 2020 - January 2022

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.

January 2017 - January 2018

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB

The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.

January 2016 - January 2017

REGIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD

The Regional Leadership Award is presented annually and recognizes a franchisee in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest and Western regions based on their adaptation of new programs and services and leadership in their market including the mentoring of fellow franchisees.

January 2013 - January 2014

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.

January 2011 - January 2012