Goddard School Will Open Second Fairfield Site in 2027
A new childcare facility adding 185 spots will open its doors to Fairfield families in January 2027.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Child Care
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The Goddard School is expanding its Fairfield footprint with a new 15,000-square-foot center located at 60 Katona Drive. Opening in January 2027, the facility will accommodate approximately 185 students.
Why it matters
This expansion increases local childcare capacity for Fairfield families by providing 15 additional classrooms and two gymnasiums. The new site is expected to support the community's logistical needs while creating 40 new teaching jobs.
The new site at 60 Katona Drive spans 15,000 square feet and features 15 classrooms. The expansion adds 40 teaching jobs to the area, following the success of the first local location that opened in 2020.
The players
The Goddard School
A national private preschool franchise known for its early childhood education programs and inquiry-based curriculum.
Kim Sherman
The local owner of the existing Fairfield Goddard School branch on Stratfield Road who established the brand's presence in the city in 2020.
Allison and Ryan Dell
The partnership team overseeing the development and operation of the new Katona Drive facility.
The details
The facility will employ the brand's signature Wonder of Learning inquiry-based curriculum to engage students across its 15 classrooms. To support health and safety standards, the building is equipped with hospital-grade sanitization technology. The site is designed with multiple playgrounds and two gymnasiums to facilitate physical activity for the 185 enrolled children.
Timeline
The first Fairfield location opened in 2020.
The new Goddard School location will open in January 2027.
The Home Front
This development follows a documented trend of private childcare providers expanding capacity to meet the sustained demand for licensed early education programs in suburban markets. The new location marks a significant scale-up of local infrastructure for families navigating work-life logistics.
Families interested in enrollment should monitor the Goddard School website for future registration dates as the January 2027 opening approaches. If you are currently seeking care, confirm your child's eligibility against the new school's specific age-range requirements once published.
The takeaway
The addition of 185 capacity spots provides a critical new option for local families looking to secure early education placements. Interested parents should keep a record of the school address at 60 Katona Drive and watch for early registration announcements scheduled for late 2026.
Further reading
For tips on selecting a preschool that fits your family's needs, visit the Child Care resource page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Westfair Communications.
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