The Goddard School of Darien

Nurturing young minds through balanced, play-based learning

The Goddard School of Darien provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for early childhood education, conveniently located for families in Darien, IL. This preschool embraces a balanced approach, weaving together play-based exploration with structured learning activities. This design thoughtfully supports the comprehensive growth of young children, fostering their social-emotional intelligence, intellectual curiosity, and physical well-being. With programs catering to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, the school is dedicated to laying a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Understanding the needs of working parents, The Goddard School of Darien offers year-round extended-day programming from early morning to early evening, typically from 6:30 or 7:00 AM to 5:30 or 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. As part of the esteemed Goddard School network, this location implements the F.U.N. (Flexible, Uniquely tailored, Nurturing) curriculum framework. This dynamic approach emphasizes hands-on, theme-based learning experiences that are both engaging and developmentally appropriate, designed to spark joy and discovery in every child. Their commitment is to provide a high-quality educational experience that prepares children for success in kindergarten and beyond.

Monday–Friday, early morning to early evening; listings show around 6:30/7:00 am – 5:30/6:00 pm with extended‑day programming. Programs & Approach: - Focuses on early childhood education with a blend of play‑based and structured learning to support social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. - Offers year‑round extended day care for working families, with age‑based groups from infants/toddlers up to pre‑K. - As part of The Goddard School network, it uses a F.U.N. (Flexible, Uniquely tailored, Nurturing) curriculum framework emphasizing hands‑on, theme‑based learning.