Summary
Contact Info
The Goddard School of Cedar Park
1905 El Salido Pkwy
Cedar Park
, TX
78613
www.goddardschool.com/Schools/Cedar-Park-TX/schools.gspx
Tel:
(512) 258-5292
Director:
Desiree or Mistie
CedarParkTX@goddardschools.com
Admissions Director:
Desiree or Mistie
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
While child is in utero, upon birth, after a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| School year |
Year round program |
Kindergarten Placement
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
6
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Basic Stats
% of teachers with:
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60%
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Transportation and Drop-off Policies
Transportation
Dropoff Procedure
Features of the Preschool
| Provide a third year |
Yes
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| • Pre-kindergartners gain skills to guide them toward their future academic success. The learning tenets of this private program include kindergarten preparedness, social finesse and mastery of gross motor skills.
Each school day is balanced with opportunities for independent discovery, cooperative learning and generous outdoor playtime. |
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| Provide a kindergarten and elementary school program |
No
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| Affiliated with a religious institution |
No
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| Some experience serving children with special needs |
Yes
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| • Communication with child's specialist or other professionals to enhance and support the child's experience in our school. |
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Accreditation, Membership & Awards
| Accreditation by the National Association of Young Children |
No
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Other Accreditations
Other Memberships
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.6) |
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| Building, bathrooms, hallway |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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| Outside play equipment |
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Facilities Include:
| Classrooms (with bathroom attached) |
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| Classrooms (with kitchenette attached) |
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gym
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Playground
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Director's Comments
Question to director: Do you have any additional thoughts on what parents should consider when looking at your school? Is there any advice that you would like to provide to prospective parents?
The Goddard School® is dedicated to providing the foundation to encourage each child's lifelong love of learning in a safe and nurturing environment by:
-offering a wide range of enriching activities to meet the needs of each child
- focusing on building each child's emotional, social, cognitive and physical skills
- offering multi-cultural and developmentally appropriate materials and equipment
- complying with Quality Assurance Reviews and parent surveys conducted by GSI
- supporting the professional development of teachers through GSU
- offering open communication with families in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The Goddard School provided an outstanding preschool education for my daughter. The teachers were warm and caring and they were concerned about the needs of each and every child. The learning activities were both fun and educational. Several times during the year, outside sources (petting zoo, piano instructor, etc) were brought into the school to provide additional learning experiences. I felt that my daughter was fully prepared for Kindergarten and she ended up being one of the best readers in her Kindergarten class, thanks to the education she received from the Goddard School.
Parent #2
Teachers are great and know how to work with children this age. I can tell they really want to be there and care about our two kids. I like the thought given to safety - fingerprint required to unlock door, security cameras, finger guards on doors. Owners are always around and have their own children in the school.
Parent #3
Loving environment, very professional, wish I could be as wonderful with my children as they are!
Parent #4
The curriculum is hands on and more in-tune to the children's needs. The facility is VERY clean and the owners are always on the premises. Great center!
Parent #5
My 18 month old daughter attends this school. She loves it and we love it. The staff knows who your child is and they are always updating us on her behavior and learning.
Parent #6
Very caring teachers & well trained. Goddard caught my attention as they have no Tx lisencing citations. The owner is very involved and at the school every day. Both my kids love going to school and have experienced a balanced learning environment. I like the fact I can provide lunch for my kids - they eat much better and I know its healthy.
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
The Goddard School® is dedicated to providing the foundation to encourage each child's lifelong love of learning in a safe and nurturing environment by:
-offering a wide range of enriching activities to meet the needs of each child
-focusing on building each child's emotional, social, cognitive and physical skills
-offering multi-cultural and developmentally appropriate materials and equipment
-complying with Quality Assurance Reviews and parent surveys conducted by GSI
-supporting the professional development of teachers through GSU
-offering open communication with families in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Why do children at The Goddard School® look like they're having so much fun? Because play is the foundation for learning and Goddard Schools take play very seriously.
Goddard School teachers promote play by creating theme-based lesson plans to meet the individual needs of the children in their classrooms. They introduce developmentally appropriate materials and activities in Learning Centers. These Centers are hands-on areas and include music, science, math, creative art, writing, computers and dramatic play.
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (5.0) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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| Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them |
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| Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn |
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| Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts |
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| Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Individualized Teaching
Description of how teachers work with children who are
"behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students
At The Goddard School®, we think the best academic preparation is to encourage your child's enthusiasm for learning. Teachers who have a keen interest in your child's success create lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and monthly themes. By providing individual attention in a small group setting, Goddard teachers nurture each child's confidence. Learning to ask questions, discovering cause and effect, negotiating fair play and making new friends are all academic building blocks at Goddard.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Spanish, sign language and yoga at no extra fees!
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.8) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's Comments
School Owners, Directors and teachers are available to families every day. They seek input regarding the needs of each child, feedback concerning activities and innovative suggestions or observations.
Commitment to family and community is characteristic of Goddard School Owners and their teachers. They participate in local sponsorship and charitable Good Deeds, both local and beyond. Children learn about the significance of giving and being a part of their community.
Separation
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Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Small group sessions
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Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
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Parents in classroom early on
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Director's Comments
Strategy discussion with parents, perodic on-site educational seminars facilitated by professional therapist & other resources.
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
They have monthly events we can participate in and I especially like the parent's night out done monthly.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.5) |
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Discipline, Health and Safety
Discipline
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Parents at this school, on average, believe that conflicts between children:
are handled extraordinarily well in a way that not only gives me confidence in the safety of my child but also reassures me that my child (and his/her peers) are learning the early skills needed to socialize effectively with one another
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Overview
Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline
Redirection of child's behavior
Parents' Notes on Discipline, Health and Safety
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Teachers keep the kids engaged in positive activities and projects
Parent #2
playgrounds have sponge surface - very safe. I like the tall privacy fence.
Health
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Temperature and overall air circulation is comfortable |
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| Healthy and nutritious snacks are provided
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| Toys and furniture are cleaned regularly |
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Food Allergies
Medications
Safety
| OVERALL RATING (5.0) |
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| Screen and identify all visitors
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| • fingerprint, drug testing required with application & random drug testing of staff. |
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| Parents may not bring sick children to school where they may infect others |
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Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
You may choose the schedule that works best for your child. Children can come to Goddard for either a half-day or a full-day, as few as two or as many as five days a week, and we also offer an after-school program. Rates, ratios and class size will vary based upon age of the child and type of program desired.
Calendar Year
School Year
Application & Admissions
Application Process
Admissions Process
Director's Comments
Comments
The summer program at The Goddard School® is a unique blend of fun and learning in a safe and nurturing environment. Summer calendars include a variety of special visitors and cultural events. These visitors provide exciting learning opportunities and may include, community helpers; theatrical productions, musicians and outreach programs through local museums.
The Goddard School® summer program includes: Science and Nature, Arts and Crafts, Manners, Computers and Technology, Literature and Language, Music and Movement, Sports and Games, Cooking and Drama.
