The Goddard School of Buford

The Goddard School of Buford, 4000 S Bogan Rd, Buford, GA 30519

mapThe Goddard School of Buford, 4000 S Bogan Rd, Buford, GA 30519

About

The Goddard School of Buford offers activities such as American Sign Language, art history, music appreciation, engineering, yoga and mindfulness, and world cultures. Children use materials and spaces including an Imagination Playground, interactive whiteboard, outdoor classroom, playgrounds, a rock wall, and equipment for sports and physical fitness. The program also includes secondary languages and a private kindergarten at this location.

• Ages: 0–5 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–6:30 pm

The Goddard School of Buford uses air filtration systems, a disinfectant sprayer, finger guards, a gate alarm, a biometric entry device, and Halo, and it offers catering with fresh fruit and vegetable snacks. The school follows the Wonder of Learning education program and has support from Secure Education Consultants (SEC) for safety and security, including analyzing facilities, developing emergency preparedness plans, and preparing faculty and staff to confront emergencies. It is proudly accredited by Cognia and was recognized by the Georgia Child Care Association (GCCA) from January 2020 to January 2022. The school is a member of the Georgia Child Care Association (GCCA), a non-profit membership organization that represents licensed childcare centers in Georgia. The Goddard Great Start Scholarship offers an opportunity for two families, one new and one existing, to receive a full year of tuition, with applications closing May 1, 2026.

Owner Bhoomi Patel completed a master’s degree from Georgia State University in 2008 and has worked in the private sector as a quality assurance specialist for 12 years. The school worked with Secure Education Consultants (SEC) from January 2020 to January 2022. The mission statement for The Goddard School of Buford states that the school believes the start of a child's journey matters, aims to create a fun and nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and make new friends, and focuses on sparking curiosity and celebrating every achievement.

Parent testimonials describe teachers who put fun learning first, create classroom environments where children learn a lot, and communicate daily with parents. Other parents note that staff are friendly, welcoming, and accommodating of family needs, and that children are excited to return to school. Several parents report that their children have excelled or shown growth and development, and one parent highlights that teachers are engaged, accountable, and focused on teaching manners and good social habits. Specific praise is given for teachers and staff, including a mention of Ms. Nalene, and multiple parents state that their overall experience at The Goddard School of Buford has been positive.

Last updated April 25, 2026.

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