Earned the highest safety score in Flower Mound. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
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The Goddard School is a well-established center offering a unique Spanish-English language immersion program—a standout among area providers. Located in Flower Mound, TX, it serves infants through school-age children with a STEAM-based curriculum emphasizing whole-child development and "Leading with Curiosity." The center operates Monday-Friday 7am-6pm with an on-site cook providing fresh snacks, and distinguishes itself through strong parent satisfaction, a peanut and tree-nut free environment, and CPR/first aid certified staff. Enrichment options span American Sign Language, art, chess, music, yoga, and outdoor learning, while a pediatric healthcare background supports the center's operational approach since its 2023 opening by owner Sohela Ali.
Safety9.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care7.0
Kindergarten readiness7.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management6.0
Culture6.0
Class sizes7.0
Extracurriculars6.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: STEAM-based curriculum focused on whole-child development, with a philosophy of "Leading with Curiosity" to ignite curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Teachers create personalized lesson plans supporting academic, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Programs & activities: Age-based programs from infant (6 weeks) through Pre-K, plus After School care. Enrichment includes American Sign Language, Art History, Art Studio, Chess, Dramatic Arts, Handwriting, Interactive Whiteboard, Music Appreciation, Outdoor Classroom, Physical Fitness, Secondary Languages, Sports & Fitness, World Cultures, and Yoga & Mindfulness.
What sets it apart: Hours Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; on-site cook providing fresh fruit/veggie snacks. Security features include custom key code entry, hand scanner, gate alarm, disinfectant sprayer, and finger guards. Owner Sohela Ali (opened 2023) has a pediatric healthcare background.
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