New Goddard School Coming to Fairfield

The Goddard School®,a nationally acclaimed early childhood education franchise, is set to open its second location in Fairfield in January 2027, bringing the inquiry-based learning experience to even more local families. The Goddard School of Fairfield – Katona Drive is the second location for owner Kim Sherman, a local parent who has lived in the area for over 25 years.

Located at 60 Katona Drive, this 15,000-square-foot early childhood education center will have 15 classrooms to provide care for and educate approximately 185 students. Additionally, the school will add 40 teaching jobs to the community.

“As both an educator and a parent, I’ve seen firsthand how important the early years are in shaping who children become,” said Sherman. “Every child deserves an environment where they feel understood, supported and confident to explore the world around them. I’m excited to create a school where we can nurture each child’s individual strengths while partnering closely with families to give them the strongest possible foundation for the future.”

The new school will have two gymnasiums and multiple playgrounds. Additionally, the school will be equipped with hospital-grade sanitization equipment to ensure a healthy environment.

The Goddard School’s exclusive inquiry-based education program, Wonder of Learning®, embraces how children learn best—through their innate curiosity—because research confirms that when wonder leads, learning follows. Wonder of Learning features a cutting-edge curriculum developed by a diversely skilled group of educators, researchers, physicians, and early childhood experts, as well as built-in assessment of academic and social-emotional progress and family communication via a proprietary app.

Inquiry-based learning, which guides the Wonder of Learning curriculum, is a teaching and learning approach that focuses on the natural curiosity and sense of wonder children bring into the classroom. With teacher-guided inquiry topics, children learn about themselves and the world around them by exploring their interests, investigating concepts and asking questions.

For families interested in learning more about The Goddard School and how to enroll in the new Fairfield – Katona Drive location, visit GoddardSchool.com or call 475-330-5100.