The Goddard School of Lake Forest (Baker Ranch)

Availability is based on each individual School. Please contact your local Goddard School to learn more.

Because each Goddard School is an individually owned and operated franchise, special offers vary by location. Please contact your local Goddard School to learn more.

Yes, The Goddard School® is an early learning institution that focuses on the social, emotional, physical and academic development of children from infancy to pre-k. Our highly trained and motivated faculty develop experiential lesson plans for all age groups that reflect the skills, abilities and interests of the children in each classroom. Against the backdrop of a warm, safe and caring environment, The Goddard School supports children on their journey to becoming confident and joyful learners who are ready for school, careers and life.

In each classroom, we provide hands-on, playful, child-centered learning experiences that vary based on the children’s levels of development. Teachers help children grow into happy, healthy, intelligent little humans who are ready to take on the world around them. For infants, we follow the care schedule set by your family and utilize personal care moments to connect with and expand your little one’s individual development. Our teachers also incorporate songs, finger play, books and sensory and physical exploration each day. Our busy toddlers flex their independence as they learn to walk, talk and safely explore the world around them. Their curiosity and interests drive the classroom structure. In our preschool and pre-k classrooms, we add more school preparation and readiness by focusing on academic skills as well as interpersonal and collaboration skills. Teachers support children as they investigate the world around them. Children learn how to ask and answer questions, work with others, navigate social situations and understand and communicate their own thoughts and feelings. Our teachers expertly create supportive classrooms for all children to safely learn and test new social, academic and physical skills throughout a typical routine that includes morning and afternoon snack time, lunch, naptime, exploration time, small and large group experiences and outdoor play.

Our experienced Goddard School teachers meet all state and/or local regulations and have access to continuous training provided by their state and our own Goddard University. We train teachers on a regular basis in health and safety regulations, education standards and more.

In many states, children who are not vaccinated because of exemptions based on medical condition or sincerely held religious beliefs attend The Goddard Schools. If your child is not vaccinated, please contact the owner of The Goddard School to inquire as to whether exemptions may apply as not all exemptions are recognized in every state. To ensure the health and safety of everyone, if an outbreak occurs and a child has not been vaccinated, they will be asked to stay at home.

Please provide any necessary personal care supplies for your little one, such as diapers, wipes, a change of clothing and naptime bedding. For infants, please supply a crib sheet. For toddlers and older children please bring a blanket and/or sleeping bag. Many of our locations also ask that you pack lunch for your child each day. Please contact your local School for additional details.

We offer childcare and preschool programs for infants, toddlers, and pre-k children.

The school is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and closed on weekends.

Yes, all Goddard School locations adhere to state licensing regulations and undergo regular inspections to ensure compliance.

Parents should provide personal care supplies such as diapers, wipes, change of clothes, and naptime bedding. Infants need a crib sheet, toddlers and older children a blanket or sleeping bag. Lunch may also need to be packed.

Yes, the school provides early learning programs focusing on social, emotional, physical, and academic development from infancy through pre-k.

You can book a tour online via our website or through the provided booking link specific to our location.

Nearby you can visit Baker Ranch Community Park for outdoor activities, Izakaya Tenko for sushi, or Earth Bowl Superfoods for healthy food options.

Yes, Starbucks is located nearby for coffee and snacks, making it convenient for parents during drop-off or pick-up times.

Nearby amenities include Wood Sage Nails Lounge for beauty services, Avalon Baker Ranch condominiums for accommodation, and Baker Ranch Community Park for family outings.

We accept American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa for payment.