The Goddard School

This sweet reminder from @mamapsychologists is so important. We all need to hear these things, even us adults! . . . .... . #socialandemotionallearning #socialandemotionaldevelopment #youareloved #childdevelopment See more

When your child returns to our School after a long break, it’s natural that they’ll take a little while to readjust to the classroom environment. Despite the challenges from the past year, our teachers are doing everything they can to help your child make up for lost time in the classroom while exploring fun, new learning concepts. In this video, Goddard School teachers and owners talk about how they’re getting ready for little learners to come back to class. Part of that preparation includes planning a fun and structured in-person summer learning program. Connect with us at (404) 467-7577 to learn more about our summer learning program today.

Celebrate spring by planning a season of growth with your child! The Goddard School is sharing at-home activities for little gardeners to enjoy all season long. Help your child experience the magic of nature’s growth, and see their own creativity blossom, too! Snap and share pictures of your child’s springtime creations using #GrowWithGoddard! For more details on every project visit our blog, https://bit.ly/3wc7TGO.

Spring is starting to sprout and so will your child’s imagination with a journey into nature! Get your little one excited about spring growth by exploring the great outdoors and observing what they see with art. Snap and share photos along the way using #GrowWithGoddard! For more details on every project visit our blog: https://bit.ly/3wc7TGO

warning on a Monday morning made for quite a bit of excitement! Our teachers didn’t miss a beat, and continued the learning right into the hallway. Way to go everyone! . . . .... . #emergencypreparedness #preschoolfun #preschoolsafety See more

Our new Outdoor Classrooms are all set up, complete with art, engineering, literacy, cognitive, science, and sensory activities. Outside Time is always a favorite, and now it’s full of new opportunities to learn through play! . . . .... . #outdoorplay #outdoorclassroom #learningthroughplay #playingoutside #optoutside See more

Doesn’t get better than smiling babies on a Friday! . . . .... . #infants #infantclassroom #preschool #tummytime #infantplay See more

It’s TEACHER FEATURE FRIDAY! Ms. Maria is our wonderful Preschool 2 Assistant Teacher, and has been at Goddard Buckhead since 2019. She’s originally from Lakefield, Minnesota and moved to Atlanta in 2019. She has a Bachelor of Arts and Science, with a major in Spanish Education and a minor in Global Studies, from South Dakota State University. She loves working with young children because they are so full of energy and are always excited to learn each day, which makes teachin...g very fun and rewarding for her. In the classroom, she works to immerse her students with Spanish throughout the day. Her goal is to guide her students as active illustrators and authors as they create their own stories in Spanish. While she’s not teaching, she and her fiance enjoy hiking, camping, and everything to do with the outdoors. We are so thankful to have her as a part of our team of teachers. Comment below to show some love for Ms. Maria! See more

Summer Learning Fact: Interacting with friends while playing board games or at summer camp strengthen core skills like collaboration, strategic thinking and cooperation! Summer Camp at The Goddard School provides even more fun and exciting opportunities for your child to build skills like these both inside and outside the classroom. Connect with us at (404) 467-7577 to learn more about summer 2021 enrollment today!

A day in the life of a 1 year old This little cutie in our Infant 2 class turned one just last week and is ready to take on the world! . .... . . . #toddlerlife #preschoollife #goddardschool #oneyearold #learningforlife See more

Family dinner is a great way to spend valuable time together! Consistent family mealtime improves nutrition, table manners, communication skills, family relationships and bonding. Do you eat dinner as a family? Comment below with your dinnertime traditions!

What did you do today? Often, this question can be challenging for kiddos to answer! Here are a few end of the day questions from @care4thefamily to support your child’s social and emotional development... 1) What made you smile today? 2) What’s something you learned today? 3) What was your favorite/least favorite part of the day?... 4) What did you talk about during lunch? 5) What was the hardest rule to follow today? 6) What kindness did you show, see, or receive today? 7) What are you excited to do tomorrow at school? Give them a try today! . . . . . #socialemotionallearning #socialemotionaldevelopment #careforthefamily #sociallearning #emotionalregulation

From modified drop-off and pick-up routines to even more stringent cleaning policies, we’ve been doing everything we can to make our School healthy and safe for your family amidst COVID-19. As we all learn each day how to adapt to potential risks in our community, understanding how best to react to news of a potential coronavirus case is paramount. In this video, we’ll walk you through what you as parents should know if the virus appears in your child’s school, and how to monitor for symptoms.

It’s Election Day! Our Preschool and Pre-K learned about the election process with a mock election for their favorite animal: giraffe, monkey, or lion. Each child cast a private vote and secured their ballot in the ballot box. We even had to wait in line! GET OUT AND VOTE!! . .... . . . #vote #electionday #mockelection #preschoolvoting #ballotbox #citizenship #rightsandresponsibilities #socialscience #futurevotersofamerica See more

Here are just a few highlights from our first annual Trunk or Treat!! It was such a blast, and we’re looking forward to continuing this new tradition for many years to come. A huge shout out to all the parent volunteers who helped make the event possible. We’re thankful for our strong school community, even during challenging times. . . . .... . #trunkortreat #goddardbuckhead #halloween2020 #preschoolcommunity #preschoolfun See more

Happy Halloween The morning was filled with pumpkins and fun, and we’re SO excited about our first annual TRUNK OR TREAT! Pictures to come! . . . .... . #preschoolhalloween #preschoolfun #happyhalloween #pumpkincarving #handsonpreschool See more

Halloween is going to look a little different this year as we follow physical distancing practices. Though children may not be trick-or-treating in your community, you can try these creative activities to get your family into the Halloween spirit: rptn.co/gABJAIAdAEz

Our teachers are incredible, and deserve appreciation more than just once a year! Add a comment showing your appreciation for your child’s teacher and we’ll pass the message along. . . . .... . #teacherappreciation #preschoolteachers #teacherlife #teacherschangelives See more

For our teachers and staff, the physical and emotional wellbeing of children is always our number one priority. In this video, learn how you can help prepare your child for the new health and safety protocols they’ll encounter as they come back to our School, from face coverings to drop-off procedures and more.

We our amazing families. Even through the challenges of 2020, our school community is strong! . . . .... . #goddardstrong #schoolcommunity #preschoollife #preschoolcommunity See more

Smiling Fri-YAY faces!! . . . .... . #friyay #goddardschool #outdoorplay #smilingfaces See more

Parents, as we enter cold and flu season amidst COVID-19, we know you’ll be paying more attention than ever to every cough, ache and sniffle your children exhibit. In this video, learn about how COVID-19 symptoms may differ between adults and little ones, how to react if you think you see these symptoms and more.

Toddlers and their BIG emotions can be overwhelming, for kiddos and parents! As they experience these emotions for the first time, it’s important to know the words and reactions to support children in developing emotional regulation. Here are 6 simple steps to help, from @healthiest_baby . . . .... . #emotionalregulation #socialandemotionallearning #toddlerhood #weallhavefeelings See more