The Goddard School of Sanford (Lake Mary Heathrow) in Sanford,

The Goddard School of Sanford (Lake Mary Heathrow) in Sanford, Florida offers a structured early learning environment in a bright, secure facility with modern amenities and age-appropriate activities. The school implements a comprehensive curriculum that balances academic learning with creative play, supporting children’s social, emotional, and physical development through daily activities and regular parent communication. While the facility maintains high cleanliness standards and strict security protocols, some parents have noted concerns about staff turnover and inconsistent communication, though many praise the dedicated teachers and welcoming atmosphere.

Day Care Information

Address

155 S Henderson Ln, Sanford, FL 32771

Reviews

34 Reviews

Day Care Features

Does this day care accept infants?

Yes

Multiple reviews mention infants attending this daycare, with specific reviews detailing care for infants and their developmental progress.

Reviews:

Author: K Dukes Rating: 5/5 Date: 2/19/2024, 2:32:12 PM Review: Infant / FTM Review: The Goddard School of Sanford has a great staff who are like a second family for my infant. The school is extremely communicative and all my concerns have been addressed or resolved within an hour! I appreciate the lesson plans my son's teachers make and implement, even though he is just a baby. In just a week or so of being enrolled, my son's upper body strength increased so much that he actually enjoys tummy time now. He also learned how to grab and hold eye contact, so it is clear that his development is a priority and he is NOT just laying in a crib all day. The staff work as a team with their students' parents. The Goddard School of Sanford has definitely helped me become a better mom. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ----- Author: Ying Wu Rating: 1/5 Date: 1/24/2024, 1:29:19 AM Review: My baby just transfer from infant classroom to the one level up classroom. This classroom change teachers frequently. We were told no monitor has been installed because they need to protect other kids’ privacy. But, please, at least make sure to upload enough photos as you promised, so we can make sure that our kids are doing okay there, that is a parent’s right. With only one photo provided today, we were very upset to find that our baby girl got severe dipper rash within just one day! Unfortunately, their daily report mentioned nothing about this and nothing has been mentioned when we picked her up. Ironically their daily report kept saying they caring about babies physical well-being.

Is this day care considered safe?

Yes

Many reviewers praise the daycare's safety features and security measures, while some express concerns about staff communication and responsiveness to children's needs.

Reviews:

Author: Jessica Peebles Rating: 5/5 Date: 1/15/2025, 10:02:34 PM Review: I can't say enough good things about Mrs. Priya and her team at The Goddard School! The facility is bright, clean, and well-organized, with plenty of age-appropriate toys and activities to keep the kids engaged. My daughter has developed so much socially and emotionally since starting. The curriculum is well-rounded, focusing on both learning and play. They send regular updates and photos throughout the day, which I love! One of the things that was important to me when deciding on a school was their level of security. Goddard is equipped with a secure entry system, and only authorized individuals are allowed in. I feel at ease knowing that my daughter is in a safe environment. They have strict protocols in place for drop-offs and pick-ups, and I’ve never had to worry about who is accessing the building. It’s reassuring to know that my child is in such capable and loving hands while I’m at work. The Goddard School has exceeded all of my expectations, and I can confidently say that it’s the best decision we made for our daughter's early childhood education and care. ----- Author: Anusha Yerramilli Rating: 4/5 Date: 12/15/2023, 4:40:20 PM Review: Goddard staff at lake Mary are very friendly with kids and parents. They communicate any change and nurture kids to grow. The facility is kept clean and safe with proper security. ----- Author: Achalesh Rathore Rating: 5/5 Date: 6/25/2021, 5:59:08 PM Review: I have to thanks Goddard for all the amazing care and learning they give to my two year old daughter. She started school in May and from day one she has been thoroughly enjoying her time there. She has a big smile every morning on our drive to school, and comes back home with positive energy. The staff is professional, friendly and very responsive. Building is clean and safe and I feel an immense peace of mind sending my little one. Thank you Goddard team!

Working Hours

  • Monday7AM-6PM
  • Tuesday7AM-6PM
  • Wednesday7AM-6PM
  • Thursday7AM-6PM
  • Friday7AM-6PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Latest Reviews

Author: Jessica Peebles
Rating: 5/5
Date: 1/15/2025, 10:02:34 PM

I can't say enough good things about Mrs. Priya and her team at The Goddard School! The facility is bright, clean, and well-organized, with plenty of age-appropriate toys and activities to keep the kids engaged. My daughter has developed so much socially and emotionally since starting. The curriculum is well-rounded, focusing on both learning and play. They send regular updates and photos throughout the day, which I love! One of the things that was important to me when deciding on a school was their level of security. Goddard is equipped with a secure entry system, and only authorized individuals are allowed in. I feel at ease knowing that my daughter is in a safe environment. They have strict protocols in place for drop-offs and pick-ups, and I’ve never had to worry about who is accessing the building. It’s reassuring to know that my child is in such capable and loving hands while I’m at work. The Goddard School has exceeded all of my expectations, and I can confidently say that it’s the best decision we made for our daughter's early childhood education and care.

Author: Ni Hu
Rating: 1/5
Date: 9/9/2024, 2:19:19 PM

They are all about money. They dont disclose pricing upfront which is always at any daycare because they will overprice and they do. My child did not learn what they needed to for the price we had to pay per month, was not well prepared for Kindergarten. Director will only engage with parents of high financial status and is rude.

Author: Nora Surrena
Rating: 5/5
Date: 8/15/2024, 11:05:37 AM

Our daughter is so happy and has grown so much in the past two years. We recommend to everyone who is looking for a more structured care for their kids to look no further than Goddard!

Author: Priscilla N
Rating: 3/5
Date: 8/1/2024, 1:39:37 AM

It’s very upsetting that I’m writing a three stars review. To already make things clear, these two stars solely go to the teachers that remained while we were enrolled and how clean the facility is. The front desk crew is, to put it nicely, very fake. They seem nice to you but are unprofessional. Since we announced we were leaving, they did not even care to ask why. After all, we were leaving them for another school. They didn’t seem to know how to make it better. There was no exit interview to improve their school. When a child moves to a new class it doesn’t seem like the teachers are trained to follow a specific child’s file and their needs. They give you a piece of paper announcing the new transfer date with some instructions, but if we didn’t ask other parents we wouldn’t know what to bring. My child’s need was not met until we complained countless of times to the current and new teachers, floaters teachers, and eventually to the front desk. He has sensitive skin and every switch, either class or teacher, it was a battle with his diaper rashes. If they are doing internal communication it didn’t show. Another thing that really upset us was the inconsistency of teachers in his classrooms. During the years we were there, there were several amazing teachers that left for no apparent reason. There were absolutely no explanations given, when my child was getting used to the new teacher, she either left or moved to another classroom. Again, zero communication. Only a welcome email sent out to the parents about the hired teacher. Let’s be clear, communication isn’t just about when they get a boo-boo report for audit purposes, or for when there’s a sick person in the classroom. Parents like to be included about all the changes and how they will affect their kids. The lack of transparency from the administration’s office is unreal. They all seem amazing, but there’s an air of fake attitude and judgement. They always seem to be right. No, I’m not the type of parent to think my child is an angel. An example outside my child’s issues, is when I called to complain about one of the parents driving like a maniac on the parking lot, their response was “I’m not sure what you want me to do. I mean, we have a speed limit sign.” Lies. The road in FRONT of the school has a speed limit sign, which doesn’t belong to Goddard. The school parking lot, doesn’t have one. I don’t know what you should do, I’m not here to find solutions to our complaints, that’s your job. Just be more professional about it. To end this rant and to be fair, of course there are pros and cons. They do have good teachers that are still there god knows for how long, they do have a security system (but no cameras inside), they do practice drills and communicate it, and they offer snacks. However, that isn’t all that we care about when my child’s needs aren’t being met and as a parent I’m constantly upset about constant things. If they get hurt and didn’t have a good day, be upfront. If they didn’t nap, don’t say he slept for 2 hrs because we can tell! If they aren’t learning or paying attention during circle time, talk to us on how we can help… If you’re wondering, I’m not the only one leaving this school. I know of other families that either have left or are leaving in the coming weeks. I’m sure not everyone will have the same exact complaints as I do, but something has to be said to let the new parents joining made aware and the unhappy ones know they’re not alone.

Author: Machelle Lowe
Rating: 5/5
Date: 7/3/2024, 12:20:35 PM

This school has been nothing short of amazing! Owners and staff are warm and welcoming, curriculum is age based appropriately and teachers are amazing at the delivery all while being in a safe, clean environment. Our family is thankful we made the choice to enroll here!

Author: Courtney Greenlaw
Rating: 5/5
Date: 6/17/2024, 1:34:38 PM

So happy with our experience at Goddard School in Lake Mary Heathrow! Our son has been attending for about a year and half now. His social and mental development has grown leaps and bounds since he started, and I know it's all due to Goddard School! The facility and staff are amazing with fun, educational activities every day. My son never wants to leave when we go to pick him up! Highly recommend.

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