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The Goddard School of Federal Way logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%68+37.1Reliability 24%58+14.1Value 14%79+11.2Replies to reviews 7%100+7.1Momentum penalty96−0.4Experts Score= 69Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.69SCORE

The Goddard School of Federal Way

Federal Way, WA · Grade BLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #6Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 11 special education schools · 4.7★ from 184 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other special education schools (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: replies to reviews and momentum; weakest: reliability.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Goddard School of Federal Way is better than 68% of special education schools.B
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Goddard School of Federal Way is better than 58% of special education schools.C
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.The Goddard School of Federal Way is better than —% of special education schools.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Goddard School of Federal Way is better than 79% of special education schools.B
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Goddard School of Federal Way is better than 96% of special education schools.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Goddard School of Federal Way is better than 100% of special education schools.A
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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.16
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).5.00
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Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 85/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Educational services”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#1 / 1
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

All 16 Google reviews tagged “Educational services”

Jazmyn4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommend - the school is ran by Amazing women and teachers who truly care about your children’s well being

Reasonable priceEducational services
Manuela3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

My daughter has had such a beautiful experience here. The teachers are caring, patient, and truly dedicated to the children. A very special thank you to Miss Inna—she is so kind, loving, and caring. She makes my daughter feel safe and happy every day, and that means everything to me as a mom. 🥹

Reasonable priceEducational services
KAVLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Our Kindergartener attended Goddard for pre-school and Pre-K and it was a great experience. The staff was amazing and the educators were incredible. Now Kindergarten at a different school, our kid continue to thrive today and is doing exceptionally well, and we definitely give a lot of that credit to Goddard. We…

Educational services
PooyanLocal Guide · 39 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★

One of my friends’ children had a great experience here. Their team really deserves appreciation for their excellent work. 😊

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Uneek1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 8 months ago★★★★★

The Goddard school of federal way is very welcoming and they treat you like family. I love how supportive they are. And very understanding.. They have lots of respect and patience with the kiddos they serve

Reasonable priceEducational services
MeganLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

My daughter started two weeks ago and it has been nothing but positive! My husband and I toured the school over the summer and were immediately impressed with Ms. Brittany. She was so kind, answered all our questions, and covered things we didn’t even think of, like how close the local police and fire station are.…

Reasonable priceEducational servicesRest period regulation
Geromy9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Our daughter has been attending The Goddard School since she was 13 months old, and she recently turned 2.5 years old. As first-time parents, we know firsthand how difficult it can be to decide which preschool is the right choice. From our experience, we can honestly say that Goddard has been an incredible gift to…

Reasonable priceEducational servicesRest period regulationService not listed
May5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

This is our second time enrolling our two little ones at Goddard, and we truly love this place. We feel so lucky to have found a warm, structured, and safe environment that gives us complete peace of mind knowing our kids are in good hands. The staff and our son’s teachers have been wonderful—so caring and genuinely…

Educational services
Tien5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Staff and teachers are friendly and nice. The school focus on cleanliness and safety. Kids get to participate in a lot of fun activities.

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Conor10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

First things first, every morning you are greeted by teachers, directors and staff who are smiling and happy. They are not just paying attention to you, the parent, but most importantly your child. Checking in with them, making sure they’re happy and thriving beginning their day. If there are ever any issues it is…

Educational services
Tiffany6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

The teachers at Goddard Federal show every day that they truly care about my daughter and it gives me peace of mind knowing she is in their hands. I love the individual classroom setup of the school, and the structured learning and art experiences make me feel like she is truly developing under their care. I’m…

Reasonable priceEducational services
Aline2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

My daughter looks forward to and loves going to her preschool everyday. The staff and teachers are very warm and welcoming everyday. They are very communicative and we get updates daily about what she is learning about, and emails all the time about what is happening at school. The school is safe and clean. I…

Reasonable priceEducational services
Yessica1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

As a mother, I couldn’t be happier with the experience my child has had at The Goddard School. From the very beginning, we’ve seen incredible growth in our son — not just academically, but also emotionally and socially. The school has gone above and beyond in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.…

Great priceEducational services
SvirchuV2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

My children have been attending this school for two years now, and I can truly see how positively it has influenced them. The staff are always friendly and patient, the program is well-structured, and it encourages kids to communicate and build friendships. I’ve never regretted choosing this school for my children.

Educational services
Keilani1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Wonderful and Inclusive school. Accepts all backgrounds and differences and overall aims for each student to grow and learn. Always friendly smiles overall and helpful with any questions you may have. Lovely assistant director Fatima, has many years of experience and always open to answering any new questions, concerns, and tours of the school.

Great priceEducational services
Kimmiea year ago★★★★★

Rating only, no written review.

Great priceEducational services

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