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Now Enrolling · Opening January 2027

Built for
the Beginning.

The Goddard School of Upper Arlington — purposefully designed for the earliest, most formative years. Enrollment is open now for our January 2027 opening. Founding-family priority. Limited spots in each classroom.

Now Enrolling Ages 6 weeks – Pre-K
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Where They Start Matters

The Goddard School®

For more than 35 years, The Goddard School has nurtured each child's unique potential — turning everyday moments of wonder into learning that lasts a lifetime.

We don't just prepare children for the next step. We prepare them for a lifetime of possibilities — with the freedom to explore, learn at their own pace, and discover who they're becoming.

Now, that experience is coming to Upper Arlington.

Children learning together at The Goddard School
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Wonder of Learning® Curriculum Goddard's exclusive education program, designed by award-winning experts. 52 weeks of lessons tailored to your child's individual interests and questions.
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Highly Skilled Teachers Experienced educators trained in early childhood development. Every classroom is led by a degreed teacher — not the industry default.
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Blended STEAM Enrichment Yoga, music, Spanish, soccer, art, and outdoor learning — taught by subject specialists who design real curriculum for every age.
The Goddard Experience

A standard most schools can't match.

Most early childhood programs follow the same playbook. We've built ours around six deliberate choices that aren't optional, aren't aspirational, and aren't going to change.

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The lowest ratios in Upper Arlington.

1:4 for infants. 1:6 for toddlers and twos. 1:10 from bridge through Pre-K. Below state requirements at every level — and lower than any other program in our service area. Every child gets the attention they deserve.

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A brand-new, purpose-built facility.

Designed from the ground up for early learning. Modern classrooms, secure access, and a layout shaped around how children actually move through their day — not retrofitted from a building that was built for something else.

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Indoor and outdoor play, every day of the year.

A dedicated indoor play space plus a full outdoor playground means kids move every single day — through Ohio winters, rainy mornings, and everything in between. Movement isn't a weather-permitting activity here.

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A degreed lead teacher in every classroom.

Career educators — not the industry default. Every lead teacher in every room is degreed, trained in the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, and supported by ongoing professional development. The people in our classrooms have chosen this work for the long haul.

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Enrichment that goes far beyond daycare.

Spanish, music, yoga, soccer, art, and more — each taught by dedicated subject specialists who design real curriculum for every age. This is the same enrichment model the best private elementary schools use. We start it at infancy.

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Built around your family's routine.

Hot lunch catering or send from home — your call. Two organic snacks daily, included for every child. Diapers and wipes provided for infants and toddlers. Real-time updates through the Goddard Family App. We work around you, not the other way around.

What Sets Our Children Apart

Shaped by Goddard.

We don't measure success by what a child can recite. We measure it by who they are becoming — academically, socially, emotionally, and creatively. Six qualities our teachers nurture from the very first day.

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Curiosity That Leads

They ask real questions and chase the answers. Curiosity becomes their default — not something to be prompted, but something that drives them forward.

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Quiet Confidence

They trust themselves — not because they've been told they're great, but because they've been given the chance to struggle, try again, and succeed on their own terms.

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Genuine Empathy

They notice other people. The emotional vocabulary to name what they feel. The awareness to recognize it in others. The instinct to show up kindly.

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Creative Thinking

They see more than one answer. Art, music, movement, and open-ended projects teach them that problems worth solving usually have more than one path.

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Real Independence

They don't wait to be told what to do next. They manage their materials, take initiative, and walk into new environments with genuine self-direction.

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A Love of School

The thing we're proudest of: they leave excited about what comes next. They associate school with joy, discovery, and belonging.

From the Owners

This is the school we would choose for our own children — because in many cases, it is.

Kyle & Ruth Arbaugh

Nationally backed. Locally led.

Most schools ask families to choose between the resources of a national program and the personal feel of a locally-owned one. At The Goddard School of Central Ohio, you don't have to choose.

Kyle & Ruth Arbaugh — who acquired their first Goddard School in Lewis Center in 2020 — are active owners, not silent investors. They live in these neighborhoods. Their team shows up, pays attention, and runs every campus to the same standard.

Upper Arlington is the fifth Goddard School in Central Ohio under their ownership — and the next chapter of building exceptional early childhood education within reach of more families.

In Their Own Words

What our families say.

Reviews from current Goddard families across our Central Ohio schools.

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"Goddard is wonderful from top to bottom — the owners, directors, and teachers are all wonderful and have earned our trust. Each week our boys are learning new things and becoming better people."

— Goddard Parent
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Our son loves coming to school every morning. From the teachers to the administrators, everyone has a vested interest in each child's growth. The communication we receive is top notch."

— Goddard Parent
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"Our daughter attended The Goddard School for 3 years. She was well ahead of her classmates when she transitioned to public school. We felt very comfortable with all the teachers and staff."

— Goddard Parent
Frequently Asked

Questions parents ask us.

When does The Goddard School of Upper Arlington open? +

January 2027. Enrollment is open now for our founding classes — families are reserving tours and locking in spots ahead of opening.

Where is the school located? +

1661 Old Henderson Road, Upper Arlington, OH 43220. We serve families across Upper Arlington (43221, 43220, 43212), Grandview, and the surrounding Dublin and NW Columbus areas (43017, 43235).

What ages do you serve? +

6 weeks through Pre-Kindergarten (age 5). Our program includes Infant, Toddler, Twos, Bridge, Preschool, and Pre-K classrooms. We also offer Before & After School care and summer camp for school-age children through 3rd grade.

What are your teacher-to-child ratios? +

The lowest in Upper Arlington — 1:4 for Infants, 1:6 for Toddlers and Twos, and 1:10 for Bridge through Pre-K. Well below Ohio state requirements at every age.

What enrichment do you offer? +

Spanish, music, yoga, dance, soccer, art, and more — each taught by dedicated subject specialists who design real curriculum for every age. The same model used by the best private elementary schools, starting at infancy.

How are you different from Balanced Family Academy or Primrose? +

We're locally owned, nationally backed, and state-of-the-art — a family that lives in the community, the resources of an industry-leading national franchise, and a brand-new facility purpose-built for early learning.

What's the tuition? +

Tuition varies by age group and schedule. We share specific pricing during personal tours, where we walk through your family's needs and the right program fit. Schedule a tour or call (380) 246-2272.

Schedule a tour — or just see the lookbook.

Two ways in. Schedule a personal tour to walk the new building and reserve your child's spot — or just grab the complete lookbook if you're still in the "exploring" phase. Either way, three questions and you're done.

  • ✓ Personal Tour See every classroom, meet our team, and ask every question. Tours run weekday mornings and Saturdays.
  • ✓ Active Enrollment Enrollment is open now for our January 2027 opening. Reserve your child's spot before classes fill.
  • ✓ The Complete Lookbook Instant access to our 30-page program guide and full building renderings — on its way to your inbox now.

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