The Goddard School of Verona

The Goddard School of Verona offers Infant care for ages 6 weeks to 12 months, First Steps for 12 to 18 months, Toddlers for 12 to 24 months, Twos for 2 to 3 years, Bridge for 2.5 to 3.5 years, Preschool for 3 to 4 years, and Pre-K for 4 to 5 years. It also offers Before & After School with homework help and hands-on enrichment activities, plus Summer Fun with outdoor adventures, making friends, and learning through play.

Programs

• Infant — 6 w - 12 m · Teachers provide cuddles and care with opportunities to begin exploring the world around them.
• First Steps — 12 - 18 m · Children are supported to confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas.
• Toddlers — 12 - 24 m · Natural curiosity is fostered and budding skills are nurtured.
• Twos — 2 - 3 yrs · Teachers guide playful exploration and provide hands-on learning experiences.
• Bridge — 2.5 - 3.5 yrs · The classroom provides support as children gain independence and build self-care skills.
• Preschool — 3 - 4 yrs · Children discover interests and learn in a more structured setting.
• Pre-K — 4 - 5 yrs · Children prepare for Kindergarten by developing important skills and making new friends.
• Before & After School — Experienced teachers help children with homework, hands-on enrichment activities and more.
• Summer Fun — Summer at Goddard includes outdoor adventures, making friends and learning through play.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–5 years old
• Facility hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

About the provider

The school is NAEYC accredited from February 2023 through February 2028, and the About page states that it is nationally accredited by Cognia. The owner is Ms. Mawara, who is a pharmacist by training and has administrative credentials, director credentials, and certification as a CPR, First Aid, and AED instructor, as well as training in Abusive Head Trauma and SIDS Prevention. Its mission states that it is dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education and care to children in Verona and West Madison area and helping them develop a love of learning that will last a lifetime.

The source states children as young as 6 weeks and as old as 6 years, but the provided age range appears to be 0-5. Limited 3-year old spots are mentioned. The school is open Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm. Upcoming event listed for September 25 is St. Jude's Trike-A-Thon.

What families say

“Everyone — administrators on down to assistant teachers — genuinely cares. The facility remains spotless. The COVID rules are followed to the letter. I am SO impressed by the staff and leadership. I feel absolutely secure sending my kids to school despite the insanity going on in the rest of the county.” — Caroline & Quinn's Father

“The people at Goddard School are by far it’s best quality. Everyone is friendly and helpful. As a first time parent, it was overwhelming leaving our daughter for the first time after having her home for 6 months and I felt immediately at ease when we dropped her off on the first day. While the people are the best, the facilities and the activities are always clean and inviting.” — Ellen's Mother

“The people know you, they care about you, and they remember you. They tell you when things aren't going well, and they tell you in a kind and loving way. They are forgiving and helpful. It feels like leaving my kids with family.” — Alden & Maevis's Father

Last updated September 22, 2026.