Starkidz Llc Dba The Goddard School

Overview

The Goddard School of Buffalo Grove provides full‑day early childhood care and education for young children from infancy through pre‑kindergarten. Classrooms are organized by age and developmental stage to support daily routines and group learning.

Approach and curriculum

The school uses the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, a play‑based program designed for whole‑child development. Educators deliver lesson plans and activities intended to foster social, cognitive and early academic skills.

Classrooms & programs

Infant — Cared for in a room for very young babies with focus on nurturing routines and early exploration. Ages: 6 w - 12 m.
Toddlers — Activities and interactions that support rapid physical and cognitive development. Ages: 12 - 24 m.
Twos — Small‑group experiences to encourage play, self‑help and emotional growth. Ages: 2 - 3 yrs.
Bridge — Transitional classroom to build independence and preschool readiness. Ages: 2.5 - 3.5 yrs.
Preschool — Cooperative learning activities and more structured lessons for emerging school skills. Ages: 3 - 4 yrs.
Pre‑K — Preparatory classroom focused on skills for kindergarten entry. Ages: 4 - 5 yrs.

Health, safety, food and enrichment

The school lists a range of on‑site health and safety features and family supports, and operates an on‑site food program offering snacks and meal options. Enrichment offerings include language exposure, arts, movement and STEM‑oriented activities.

Health & safety features: biometric entry device, disinfectant sprayer, finger guards, gate alarm, iris scanner, outdoor security cameras, parking lot bollards
Food & nutrition: catering services and fresh fruit/vegetable snacks
Enrichment & environment: American Sign Language, dramatic arts space, exploration room, handwriting, interactive whiteboard, literacy resources, music appreciation, outdoor classroom, playgrounds, physical fitness and world cultures

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Starkidz Llc Dba The Goddard School

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Overview

Approach and curriculum

Classrooms & programs

Health, safety, food and enrichment

Programs

Infant

Toddlers

Twos

Bridge

Preschool

Pre-K

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