A great place to live and work Just minutes from Wichita, the community of Goddard, KS offers many
progressive choices for new residents. The Goddard School District has a
nationwide reputation for providing the best in education with their innovative
teaching methods and state of the art schools and equipment. Goddard offers a
variety of community activities, area attractions and recreation locations.
Local area attractions include Tanganyika Wildlife Park – voted #1 Best Place for
Family by Wichita Family Magazine. The Park is dedicated to helping everyone
improve their connection with the wonders of the animal world. Their goal is to
provide the ultimate experience for visitors and to be one of the premier facilities
for breeding endangered species in the world. The Park provides visitors the
opportunity to observe species unique to the area, interact with endangered
species and enjoy the natural and stunning environment around them.
Local Recreation includes Lake Afton Park, offering 720 acres of recreational fun
for the entire family. The 258 acre lake provides boating, water skiing, fishing,
and swimming opportunities. Camping facilities include both RV and tent sites
with all the expected amenities and more.
Goddard is a fast growing community and was recognized as the fastest growing
city in Kansas by the U.S. Census in 2010. A new wave of growth is now on the
threshold as more and more families seek out Goddard for its quality community
environment, top-notch schools and proximity to Wichita.
Wildlife photos courtesy Tanganyika Wildlife Park