Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Fort Worth. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Most Compassionate
Earned the highest compassion score in Fort Worth. This dimension captures how families describe staff empathy, how concerns are handled, and the emotional environment of the center.
Best Arts & Music
Earned the highest arts & music score in Fort Worth. This dimension reflects the depth and consistency of creative programming — visual arts, music, movement, and imaginative play.
Best Extracurriculars
Earned the highest extracurricular score in Fort Worth. This dimension covers enrichment programs — languages, STEM, yoga, cooking, field trips, and other activities beyond the core curriculum.
Full Ranking Detail
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The Goddard School of Fort Worth on Currency Drive is a Texas Rising Star-certified center serving infants through school-age children with the Wonder of Learning research-based curriculum emphasizing exploration, curiosity, and social-emotional growth. The program includes robust infant and toddler offerings with daily photo updates, multiple enrichment classes (American Sign Language, STEAM, yoga, mindfulness, and physical fitness), and extended hours from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM weekdays. Housed in a secure facility with key-code entry, gate alarms, and on-site management with healthcare background, the center operates as part of the nationally recognized Goddard brand. Prospective families should note that the center does not accept child-care subsidies, and with multiple Goddard locations across the Fort Worth area, parents should verify which location is nearest and review that specific site's HHSC deficiency record.
Safety8.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music8.0
Infant care9.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion9.0
Management8.0
Culture8.0
Class sizes5.0
Extracurriculars8.0
Programs & curriculum
Curriculum & approach: Wonder of Learning curriculum - a research-based approach emphasizing nurturing children's natural curiosity and exploration while building confidence and compassion for academic and social success.
Programs & activities: American Sign Language, STEAM Cart/Computer Lab, Indoor Gym, Rock Wall, Outdoor Classroom, Music Appreciation, Yoga, Mindfulness, Physical Fitness, Interactive Whiteboard, Tablets, Literacy Nook, Handwriting instruction. Summer Camp and After School care with transportation available.
What sets it apart: Texas Rising Star certification. Hours: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM Monday-Friday. Security features include custom key code entry, disinfectant sprayers, gate alarms, and security cameras. On-site owner Jennifer has over 11 years healthcare background.
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Top 10 in Fort Worth
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Best Arts & Music
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Best Extracurriculars
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