Goddard School Will Open Second Fairfield Site in 2027
The new 15,000-square-foot facility on Katona Drive will add 185 student spots and 40 teaching jobs to Fairfield.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Child Care
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The Goddard School is set to expand its footprint in Fairfield with a second location scheduled to open in January 2027. This new center will provide child care and educational services for approximately 185 students.
Why it matters
The addition of this facility helps address the demand for child care services in the area while simultaneously creating 40 new teaching jobs. It marks a significant expansion of the existing educational infrastructure for local families.
Located at 60 Katona Drive, the 15,000-square-foot facility features 15 classrooms, two gymnasiums, and multiple playgrounds. The center is equipped with hospital-grade sanitization systems to support its inquiry-based curriculum.
The players
Kim Sherman
Kim Sherman is the owner of the existing Goddard School located at 1280 Stratfield Road.
Allison and Ryan Dell
Allison and Ryan Dell are the partners leading the development of the new Fairfield location.
The details
The school will implement the proprietary Wonder of Learning curriculum within its 15 dedicated classrooms. Partners Allison and Ryan Dell are overseeing the development of the site to support growing enrollment needs in Fairfield.
Timeline
Kim Sherman opened the first Fairfield Goddard School in 2020.
The new Goddard School location will open in January 2027.
Culture Shift
The expansion reflects a broader societal move toward increased investment in private early childhood education as families prioritize developmental curricula. This shift positions The Goddard School to better compete for market share against other local providers by increasing accessibility for working parents.
Parents in the area will have access to 185 new child care spots, which may alleviate local waitlists for early education. Residents should monitor for future enrollment deadlines as the opening date in January 2027 approaches.
The takeaway
The expansion provides a substantial increase in local educational capacity for families in the Fairfield area. Interested parents are encouraged to inquire early, as high-capacity facilities often see significant interest prior to opening.
What happens next
The facility is scheduled to open its doors to new students in January 2027.
Further reading
For more information on regional education options, visit Fairfield Child Care.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Westfair Communications.
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