The Goddard School of Mokena
(New Lenox)

School Address: 11900 Francis Road
, Mokena, Illinois 60448
School Phone Number: 708-390-8880 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Classroom of the Goddard School in Mokena Illinois
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Welcome to Our School

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

Meet Neel & Dolon

Meet Neel & Dolon

Owners
After three decades as a consultant, manager and executive in software companies, it became clear to Neel that education is the most important ingredient to improve lives. Foundation of higher education is high-quality early childhood education. After carefully considering several options Neel and Dolon chose The Goddard School because of its unsurpassed reputation of play based learning curriculum. The Goddard School has been rated #1 in early childhood education every year since 2000 and enjoys an excellent national reputation. Neel earned a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Finance and Automated Systems from highly reputed universities in India. Over the last decade, he was part of an executive management team, as a Director and Vice President of worldwide consulting operations in 5 continents. Neel and Dolon are married for 30 years and raised two children. Their daughter earned a degree in Bioengineering and their son is studying Computer Science Engineering. Dolon has been intimately involved in shaping the school with the finer details and selecting teachers. They look forward to getting to know you and your family!
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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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    Faculty

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

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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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  • 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 7 Week of the Young Child
  • April 10 Science Fair! 6 - 7 PM
  • April 15 Easter Egg Hunt
  • April 22 Happy Earth Day!
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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I like the organization and daily communication between parents and teachers. Personalization as well, since the teachers and admin know each and every parent and child. It's great.
Miles's Mother
Infant Classroom
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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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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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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.