Redmond Ridge 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.

  • The support from the teachers and admin is incredible! The encourage our kids to grow while meeting them where they are. It is clear they love each and every child that comes into the school. Our family is so grateful to have found this gem in our community!

    Easton & Nora's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • This school is more than just a daycare or a preschool setting. They have built a true community by welcoming families, building relationships with them, hosting events that bring everyone together in celebration, and partnering with you to support your child.

    Grady's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • It is evident how much the teachers to the staff care for the children. I know my daughter is safe and happy while she is at goddard which gives me such peace of mind while I am working.

    Eleanor (Ellie)'s Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We love the teachers and the staff! They meet my daughter where she is at each day and she always comes home excited about everything she did that day!

    Stella & Andie's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

WASHINGTON EARLY ACHIEVERS

LEVEL 5

Washington Early Achievers, Washington’s Quality Rating Improvement System, strives to improve the quality of childcare in Washington and help children develop the skills they need to be successful in school.

October 2024 - October 2027

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.

February 2011 - June 2027

ECO-HEALTHY CHILD CARE®

As an Eco-Healthy Child Care® endorsed provider we will create and maintain an early childhood learning environment that is healthy and safe by reducing children’s exposure to toxic chemicals. These changes will immediately benefit the health and well-being of the children within our care. Every child deserves a place that is healthy and safe, start creating a healthier child care environment today!

January 2017 - May 2023

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR EDUCATION

The Circle of Excellence Award for Education acknowledges Goddard Schools that provide the highest-quality and most consistent educational programs in every classroom. To be considered for the award, each School must earn one of the top two ratings of its state’s licensing program, become accredited by at least one of the four primary accreditors or achieve P21 (Partnership for 21st Century Learning) Exemplar status. Schools that earn this award represent some of the top education programs in our system.

January 2021 - January 2023

PHILIP SCHUMACHER SCHOLARSHIP

The Philip Schumacher Scholarship was named for the retired President and CEO of Goddard Systems. The scholarship is presented annually to a franchisee who exemplifies managing an outstanding business, commitment to maintaining and improving The Goddard School brand as well as being valued by their community and respected by fellow franchisees for their commitment to quality.

January 2018 - January 2019

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 2018

BRAND AMBASSADOR AWARD

The Brand Ambassador Award acknowledges a franchisee that has gone above and beyond Goddard’s system standards to keep its facility and program current and competitive while meeting the highest standards in the areas of quality assurance, business operations, brand standards, marketing, advertising and public relations.

January 2015 - January 2016

READERS' CHOICE - NARRAGANSETT-SOUTH KINGSTOWN PATCH

This award recognizes the best of Narragansett-South Kingstown as voted by the readers of the Narragansett-South Kingstown Patch.

January 2012 - January 2013

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

The Rookie of the Year Award recognizes the rookie Goddard School that has met the highest standards in the areas of overall quality, health & safety, curriculum and business operations.

January 2008 - January 2009