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The Goddard School of Franklin (Cool Springs)
Open Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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We LOVE Goddard! Our son thrives there and we have so much comfort knowing the amazing teachers are taking the absolute best care of him.
Luca Relli's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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Goddard is great. Clark loves coming to school every day and he’s learning so much. The staff are friendly and professional. Nothing but good things to say. Thank you!
Clark's Father
Preschool Classroom
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Goddard has been such a great place for Clark to grow and learn. Thank you!
Clark's Father
Toddler Classroom
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Great school, wonderful teachers and next level curriculum. Would recommended!
Hazel & Sperry's Father
Pre-K Classroom
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My son really likes coming to Goddard, and we like the faculty
Benny's Father
Toddler Classroom
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The teachers are all so very helpful, kind, and know my children's names. I feel like they make every child feel special and yet hold them to account when needed.
Beckett & Hayes's Father
Toddler Classroom
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I adore the staff and the methods used at The Goddard School. I recommend the school to everyone.
Charlie & Parker's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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My child has had a good experience there and we’ve enjoyed the staff!
Ezra's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
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Great teachers and community. Put my child first in a safe, educational, and fun way
Collins's Father
Toddler Classroom
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Our family loves the personal attention given to each child and their development. The staff is professional and caring in every interaction.
Eleanor's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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We love the staff! They care so much about my child. And we love all of the activities throughout the day.
Lawson's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
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The staff is great, very warm and welcoming, and the school is run very well run and organized. The curriculum is fun and educational.
Paige & Parker's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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All staff is ready to listen and be part of the experience for your child, and help the parents too. Everyone you meet is there for the kids, and you can feel and see that they care. This is so important and fosters a happy mood in attending for the kids and parents. Thanks for all you do!
Miles's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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We love the Goddard School! They are so encouraging of our children, gentle when they need to be, and are communicative with the parents. It's a wonderful place and we are thrilled to be there.
Sally Gray & Henry 's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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I’m extremely grateful that I found the perfect school for my son.Before school he had a 40% delay in communication. He also had a delay and mobility. Since he started in August he talks all the time.The school is nothing but sweet and kind of my son.They have taught him more than I could ever ask for. The school is clean and always on top of things that happen at every school and the school really steps up and takes care of it and fast .
Tristan's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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The entire staff is helpful, courteous, and knows my child by name. Everyone there seems to have a true heart for children and isn't just there for a paycheck. They are also so passionate about education and different ways to learn. The enrichment my child is gaining is outstanding! After attending Goddard, no other preschool will do. You guys are the best!
Isabelle's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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The team is mature and responsible. I can trust that they have my children’s best interest at heart. They take the time to ask questions and learn about their students. I appreciate that even though changes occur there is very little if any change to the flow of the classrooms. We have been impressed with the caring individuals they hire as teachers.
Wyatt & Khaki's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
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The teachers are extremely caring and patient. It’s a safe and fun environment, and my daughter gets so excited to go to preschool.
Sadie's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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We have experienced and toured so many preschools in our area. Hands down The Goddard school is the best. The best teachers who are always welcoming and loving, the best admin staff who are always kind and supportive...our kids WANT to be here...and that says it all. If given the choice we would choose this school every single time.
George & Samuel & Sophia's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
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I like the blend of professionalism and care that they provide. The employees at Goddard understand that they must adhere strictly to the rules placed upon them for the safety of all, however they treat each kid with the same love that they would treat their own children, and I think that is unique to Goddard. The other schools we have seen have been caring about children, but the lack of professionalism and communication between the teachers / support staff and the parents has been alarming.
Merritt's Father
Infant Classroom
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We absolutely loved everything about the Goddard School! The programming and staff were excellent and we always knew that our son was in a safe and nurturing environment. We highly recommend the Goddard School!
DJ's Father
Toddler Classroom
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Well rounded curriculum. Professional & friendly staff. Dedication to cleanliness.
Dagny's Mother
Goddard Graduate
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The communication between the parents and the teachers is excellent.
Daphne & Violet's Father
Pre-K Classroom

REGIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Our Goddard School is proud to have a Goddard School Teacher of the Year! Each year, Goddard Systems recognizes outstanding Goddard School teachers for their excellence in early childhood education.
May 2024
SIZZLE AWARD - WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This award recognizes the best of the Williamson County area as voted by the readers of The Williamson Herald and Southern Exposure Magazine.
January 2025 - January 2026NAEYC ACCREDITED
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.
May 2025 - May 2030
SIZZLE AWARD - WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This award recognizes the best of the Williamson County area as voted by the readers of The Williamson Herald and Southern Exposure Magazine.
January 2024 - January 2025NAEYC ACCREDITED
LEVEL 1
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.
May 2020 - May 2025
SIZZLE AWARD - WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This award recognizes the best of the Williamson County area as voted by the readers of The Williamson Herald and Southern Exposure Magazine.
January 2023 - January 2024
STAR QUALITY CHILDCARE FACILITY
LEVEL 3
This Tennessee state rating system is a voluntary program that recognizes childcare providers who meet a higher standard of quality. Once qualified for this program, providers can receive one, two or three stars to place on their license. Each star shows that a provider meets increasingly higher standards. The more stars a program has, the better the quality of care it offers to children.
March 2022 - December 2023
SIZZLE AWARD - WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This award recognizes the best of the Williamson County area as voted by the readers of The Williamson Herald and Southern Exposure Magazine.
January 2022 - January 2023
SIZZLE AWARD - WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This award recognizes the best of the Williamson County area as voted by the readers of The Williamson Herald and Southern Exposure Magazine.
January 2020 - January 2021NAEYC ACCREDITED
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.
May 2015 - May 2020
WINNIE FAMILY FAVORITES
This award recognizes the best of local businesses that families love as voted by the members of the Winnie community.
January 2018 - January 2019
SIZZLE AWARD - WILLIAMSON COUNTY
This award recognizes the best of the Williamson County area as voted by the readers of The Williamson Herald and Southern Exposure Magazine.
January 2018 - January 2019
BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) gathers and archives information it receives from consumers about businesses, both locally and nationally. The BBB alerts the public to the reliability of a business and/or frauds against consumers and businesses. The BBB provides information on ethical business practices, and act as mutually trusted intermediaries between consumers and businesses to resolve disputes.
January 2016 - January 2017
DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
The Director of the Year Award is given to a Goddard School director who illustrates educational leadership, is a mentor to other faculty members at the School and helps create an atmosphere that encourages children to experience the most genuine form of learning.
January 2015 - January 2016
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
The Outstanding Customer Experience Award is presented annually. It recognizes those that have developed a culture within their Goddard School that ensures members of their management team and faculty provide the highest level of customer service to current and prospective Goddard families.
January 2013 - January 2014