Child Daycare & PreschoolsThornton, CO

Goddard School In Thornton

About

Goddard School In Thornton is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 4203 136th Ave, Thornton, Colorado CO. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.

What Parents Say

Parents consistently praise the Goddard School in Thornton for its structured curriculum, highly trained and caring staff, and significant educational progress in children. Multiple reviewers report their children became kindergarten-ready and experienced rapid academic advancement, with staff providing daily communication and genuine warmth. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars.

Structuredhands-on curriculumacademic progress and school readinessexperienced and caring teachersdaily progress updates and photo/video sharingresponsive managementflexible schedulingquality mealssafe environmentallergy accommodationsengaging activities and field tripswarm and loving atmospherestaff go above and beyondchildren enjoy attending
No kindergarten or elementary school options (requires transition to different school)

Recent Reviews

Edited 2 weeks ago

Words cannot express how great this center is! My child is learning alot and I always pick up a happy child with lots of things to tell me about her day. My daughter loves the staff which makes me love them even more! 10/10 highly recommended.

9 months ago

We moved our daughter here after another day care center left her treading water. In her first month at The Goddard School of Thornton she went from barely recognizing letters to proudly counting, spelling her name, and teaching us new songs. The teachers have a structured, hands-on curriculum, give us daily progress notes, and greet her with genuine warmth every morning. She’s thriving and already feeling kindergarten-ready—so recommending Goddard is an easy 10/10 for us.

9 months ago

My daughter has been going to Goddard Thornton since she was 2 yo. She will be graduating pre-k in a few days now. We have been so incredibly pleased with ALL the teachers and staff here. My daughters LOVES going to school, they definitely helped her gain the knowledge and social skills to advance in the school we were striving for. Everyone has treated her with love and feels like we have gained a family. It brings tears to my eyes knowing we wont be seeing all her friends and teachers as much. Thank you to all of the Goddard staff for growing with my child and loving her as she was one of your own. 100% recommend!

10 months ago

The Best of the Best... PERIOD! MK, the owner is amazing, caring, supportive and very attentive to the children. The staff are also truly wonderful and most importantly, EXPERIENCED! Hugs, fun, learning and a positive, loving environment is what we have experienced with our child here. My wife and i have literally visited almost a dozen other locations and NONE compared to the professionalism, caring, support and warmth that everyone provides the children here. We drive almost 30 minutes each way, every day, because no other preschool offers the type of supportive environment that this location delivers. I was hesitant to write a review so that our "little secret" doesn't get out but we couldn't stay quiet as caring parents need to know that this location is truly the best, in our humble opinion. Our daughter thrives here and experiences so many positive changes everyday that we couldn't be happier. Send you kids here and know that they will be in expert, caring, loving hands and that they will be safe and in an environment that they will learn and grow.

a year ago

My job transferred from the suburbs to the city (where I current live) and I had to find a new pre-school for my son to attend. Previously he attended a school that was onsite at my work that we really loved. In my search for a new school and was quite overwhelmed at all the choices. Just by luck, I found The Goddard School and after visiting so many other places, I knew this school would be the one for my son. The management is very professional and caring. My son has allergies and they are on top of all those details ensuring that he is in a safe environment. Crissy, Gina, & MK really made our family feel loved and part of the community. They know everyone's names, they actually care about you and listen to your needs. Pros: The Teachers are all highly educated and have a high standard for the kids. My son was reading by 4 years old, playing singing, speaking spanish, and has a wonderful love of education due to the many teaching techniques they foster. I also enjoyed the Luau at the end of school, the book fairs etc. My son loves the playground and in the summer liked water days! I also liked that they served quality food for Breakfast, Snack, & Lunch. Cons: There is no Kindergarten or elementary school. :) I would love my son to stay in this wonderful place for the rest of his school years because everyone is really amazing. We miss you all and want to thank you for what you have done for my son. He is thriving in kindergarten because of The Goddard School.

Frequently asked questions

Goddard School In Thornton is a child daycare & preschools childcare facility located in Thornton, Colorado. The facility has a capacity of 133 children.
To enroll your child at Goddard School In Thornton, contact the facility directly to inquire about availability, schedule a tour, and learn about their enrollment process. Be prepared to provide your child's age, any special needs or allergies, and your preferred schedule. Many facilities have waitlists, so it's best to inquire early.
You can verify the licensing status of Goddard School In Thornton through Colorado's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities in Colorado must meet state standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios.

Contact Information

Address
4203 136th Ave, Thornton, Colorado 80602
County
ADAMS

Details

Daycare Type
Child Daycare & Preschools
Capacity
133 children
Status
OPEN
Coordinates
39.94334, -104.9374

Quality Rating

Colorado Shines

Level 2 out of 5

Level 2

This rating is part of the state's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). Trained evaluators assess staff qualifications, learning environment, curriculum, and family engagement — standards that go beyond basic licensing requirements.

What do the levels mean?

Level 1: Meets basic licensing standards.

Level 2: Exceeds licensing with some quality improvements in place.

Level 3: Demonstrates strong practices in curriculum and staff development.

Level 4: High quality across most assessed areas.

Level 5: Highest quality — excels in all areas of assessment.