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1. A Solid Reputation
5 to look for about their good
Asking trusted friends
Qualities
Qualities
experiences is a great
way to start. Consider
schools that have
in a premium
received awards
preschool
voted for by the
community and speak to
current parents.
2. Passionate & Qualified Teachers
Look for a school like Goddard that
ensures all teachers are trained in early
childhood education and development.
We insist that teachers pass a detailed
background check and have real
experience. Our teachers are also required
2022 SAT/ACT SCORES – DUNWOODY to continue their education through
professional development opportunities
Dunwoody and mandatory training.
SAT High School District State
3. A Safe, Comforting Environment
Does the school have perimeter security
Math 542 487 516
for controlling access to the school
and biotechnology systems to keep the
Reading & Writing 566 513 536 children safe? In addition to complying with
all CDC requirements and taking traditional
Total 1108 1000 1052 precautions, each location is equipped
with a Biodefense System for microbial
reduction in the HVAC system, as well
Dunwoody as the Zono Disinfecting and Sanitizing
ACT High School District State Cabinet for toys and shared equipment.

English 25.3 19.8 21.0 4. Active Learning
A child’s natural inclination for exploration
Math 23.3 19.2 20.8 and investigation needs to be encouraged.
Look for schools with a formal socio-
Reading 25.3 21.4 22.5 emotional development curriculum
and seek schools that use current,
Science 24.4 20.3 21.5 academically endorsed methods to ensure
children have fun while learning the skills
they need for long-term success.
Composite 24.7 20.3 21.6
Source: The Georgia Department of Education 5. Child-Friendly
Every child is unique. Our philosophy is
that learning shouldn’t be one-size-fits-
all. Look for a school that has a similar
majors at Georgia State University. guidance for college admissions can approach. The Goddard F.L.EX.® framework
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admissions processes and financial kind approach.
Also in Dunwoody, or within a
aid and affordability planning. The
short drive, are campuses of Mercer Before making your final selection, we
organization works one-on-one
University, Oglethorpe University, Troy hope you’ll consider The Goddard School
with students as early as their freshman Sandy Springs. Call 470-571-1700 and I
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