The Goddard School of Sanford (Lake Mary Heathrow)

The Goddard School of Sanford - Lake Mary Heathrow offers infant care with cuddles, care, and time to explore the world around them, along with toddler, Twos, Bridge, preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten programs. It also offers before- and after-school care and Summer Fun, with homework help, hands-on enrichment activities, outdoor adventures, and learning through play.

Programs

• Infant — 6 w - 12 m · Program for babies; teachers provide cuddles and care with opportunities to explore the world around them.
• Toddlers — 12 - 24 m · Natural curiosity is fostered and budding skills are nurtured.
• Twos — 2 - 3 yrs · Playful exploration and hands-on learning experiences.
• Bridge — 2.5 - 3.5 yrs · Supports independence, self-care skills, and learning more about themselves.
• Preschool — 3 - 4 yrs · Cooperative learning environment for discovering interests in a more structured setting.
• Pre-K — 4 - 5 yrs · Develops important skills, makes new friends, and explores the world around them.
• Kindergarten — 5 - 6 yrs
• Before & After School — School-aged child care; teachers help with homework, hands-on enrichment activities and more.
• Summer Fun — Outdoor adventures, making friends and learning through play.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–6 years old
• General schedule: Wonder of Learning® is designed for children as young as 6 weeks and as old as 6 years. The school describes infants through kindergarten, and also offers before-school care, after-school care, and summer fun.
• Facility hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

About the provider

The school states, "We believe that the start of your child's journey matters." It says it nurtures each child's unique potential by encouraging natural curiosity so children are prepared to confidently take on the world. The school is proudly accredited by the Gold Seal Quality Care Program, Green Apple Accreditation of Children's Services, and Cognia.

Open Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm. The school states that ages may vary by local and state regulations as well as the unique needs of each student. Meals and meal offerings can vary by location. All Schools provide nutritious morning and afternoon snacks as part of their daily program.

What families say

“We’ve been with Goddard for over 3 years now. Our daughter graduated from VPK there and our son has been there since he was an infant. It can be hard to trust people with your children but the team is truly wonderful and trustworthy. My son arrives and leaves happy every day and is always excited to see his friends and Goddard family.” — Cora & Chase's Mother

“My 2 daughters went to Goddard. My younger one has been there for 4 years, and I have seen how she has grown. All the teachers have been amazing and I know it will he bittersweet after she graduates from VPK because we will miss our Godsard Family.” — Norah Grace & Zoey's Mother

“My kid is cared for exponentially, educated, safe, loved at the Goddard school.” — Cassian's Mother

Last updated September 18, 2026.