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The Goddard School, a nationally acclaimed early childhood education franchise, is set to open its first location in Bixby this December, bringing the inquiry-based learning experience to area families. The Goddard School of Bixby is the first location for co-owners Jeff and Kim Bowerman, who both previously worked in education as teachers for more than 35 years collectively.

Located at 12606 S. Memorial Drive, this over 10,000-square-foot early childhood education center will have 11 classrooms to provide care for and educate approximately 165 students from six weeks to six years old. Additionally, the school will add 30 teaching jobs to the community.

“As educators ourselves, we understand firsthand how important a child’s early educational experience is, and we’re excited to offer a safe, nurturing environment where our students can be best prepared for their next steps in school and in life,” said Jeff Bowerman. “With the growing need for high-quality early childhood education growing in the Bixby and greater Tulsa communities, we are thrilled to bring The Goddard School experience to area families.”

The new school will have an indoor multi-purpose room and multiple outdoor 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 Bixby location, call 918-880-2900.