The Goddard School in Marshallton/West Chester, provides the highest quality preschool program. We offer programs for Infants through Kindergarten. Our school is unique as we are the very first Goddard School ever opened and we are housed in a historic hundred year old building! Our families and teachers tell us how much they love the warm, homey feeling of our school! Our experienced and loving teachers help to build an educational foundation for each child. The FLEX curriculum incorporates STEAM and offers resources including Spanish, Sign Language and Yoga.
Our school serves families in the West Chester, Downingtown, East Fallowfield and Romansville areas.
To learn more about The Goddard School, please visit https://www.goddardschool.com/philadelphia/marshallton-sugarsbridge-road-pa
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1990
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Wendy Cohen
School Notes
- The Goddard School in Marshallton/West Chester, provides the highest quality preschool program. We offer full and part time schedules. Our school serves Infants through a private day Kindergarten. Our experienced and lovingteachershelp to build an educational foundation for each child. TheFLEXcurriculum incorporates STEAM and offers resources including Spanish, Sign Language and Yoga.Our school serves families in the West Chester, Downingtown, East Fallowfield and Romansville areas and we would love the opportunity to have your family become a part of our Goddard Marshallton/West Chester family!! Call or email us for a virtual visit today!!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Goddard School often compared to?
The Goddard School is often viewed alongside schools like Copeland Run Academy by visitors of our site.
Does The Goddard School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Goddard School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
When is the application deadline for The Goddard School?
The application deadline for The Goddard School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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