The Goddard School of Lithia
(FishHawk)

14106 Spector Road
, Lithia, Florida 33547
813-643-2985 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Exterior of the Goddard School in Lithia Florida

Welcome to Our School

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

Meet Souji

On-Site Owner

I have been a resident of Fishhawk for three years. I live here with my husband Shekar and our two boys, Aditya and Adarsh who go to Fishhawk Creek Elementary School. My educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from George Mason University, Virginia. I have worked in corporate America for ten years as a professional engineer. I am excited to bring a high quality preschool program to our community. We noticed a clear need for a premier preschool in the area as we shopped for childcare for our boys. I am honored to bring the Goddard program that will help shape the early childhood development for the children in our community.

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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Special Programs

We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.

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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!

March 14 Pizza Day
March 14 Happy Holi
March 17 Happy St. Patrick's Day
March 17 Spring Break Summer Camp "Sneak Peek"

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I love the variety of activities they plan for the children. The teachers are creative, and truly make learning fun. The students are also exposed to various cultures and traditions which makes for a well rounded child. Most of all, the teachers genuinely care about each child, and in turn, my son loves going to school! It’s such a relief to not worry about my baby while at work.

Henry & Blake's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We absolutely love this school. Being teachers ourselves, my husband and I were looking for something that had a lot of academics but still had tons of fun. This place does an awesome job of balancing both. The kids learn through play and having done my Masters paper on the importance of play and learning, I love this. The teachers are all amazing and caring. My daughter loves it there as well. Highly recommend Goddard Fishhawk.

Alexis's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I love how it feels when you first enter the door. Someone is always there to great you and your child. Most even know your little ones name. They love on each student and comfort them. The days are jam packed with such amazing learning. I can’t say enough awesome things about Goddard. WE LOVE LOVE LOVE this school!

Benjamin's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I love the variety of activities they plan for the children. The teachers are creative, and truly make learning fun. The students are also exposed to various cultures and traditions which makes for a well rounded child. Most of all, the teachers genuinely care about each child, and in turn, my son loves going to school! It’s such a relief to not worry about my baby while at work.

Henry & Blake's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We absolutely love this school. Being teachers ourselves, my husband and I were looking for something that had a lot of academics but still had tons of fun. This place does an awesome job of balancing both. The kids learn through play and having done my Masters paper on the importance of play and learning, I love this. The teachers are all amazing and caring. My daughter loves it there as well. Highly recommend Goddard Fishhawk.

Alexis's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I love how it feels when you first enter the door. Someone is always there to great you and your child. Most even know your little ones name. They love on each student and comfort them. The days are jam packed with such amazing learning. I can’t say enough awesome things about Goddard. WE LOVE LOVE LOVE this school!

Benjamin's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I love the variety of activities they plan for the children. The teachers are creative, and truly make learning fun. The students are also exposed to various cultures and traditions which makes for a well rounded child. Most of all, the teachers genuinely care about each child, and in turn, my son loves going to school! It’s such a relief to not worry about my baby while at work.

Henry & Blake's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We absolutely love this school. Being teachers ourselves, my husband and I were looking for something that had a lot of academics but still had tons of fun. This place does an awesome job of balancing both. The kids learn through play and having done my Masters paper on the importance of play and learning, I love this. The teachers are all amazing and caring. My daughter loves it there as well. Highly recommend Goddard Fishhawk.

Alexis's Mother

Preschool Classroom

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

Safe & Nurturing
Social & Emotional Skills
Education

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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.

In our classrooms, creativity and curiosity blossom as children discover the wonder of learning. Through fun learning experiences (F.L.EX.^®), your child will develop academic and social-emotional skills that will help them feel ready to take on the world.

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The Goddard School of Lithia
(FishHawk)