The Goddard School
Welcome to The Goddard School! Our goal is to be a resource for families and a community where parents can share information and learn from each other.
The Goddard School for Early Childhood Development is a quality preschool that affords families the opportunity to enroll in a safe and nurturing curriculum based learning center with extended hours of operation.
Please take a moment to celebrate with us! Ms. Jillian has been a part of the Goddard Bel Air team for SEVEN YEARS!
Thank you Ms. Jillian for your dedication to your craft, early childhood education, and The Goddard School!
Thank you again to Major Jack Ingber!
Children experience all the same emotions as adults, but they aren’t yet equipped with the tools to handle those feelings. The first step toward understanding their big feelings is helping them learn how to recognize and name their emotions. At The Goddard School - Bel Air we like asking open-ended questions like “What is something that makes you happy or sad?” or “Can you show me what face you make when you are happy, sad or angry?” This gives children the opportunity to share their emotions and show what they know about them. This exercise had Goddard students using emojis to identify each emotion in honor of World Emoji Day. 😊😕😆😥😴 Give it a try with your little one!
Children experience all the same emotions as adults, but they aren’t yet equipped with the tools to handle those feelings. The first step toward understanding their big feelings is helping them learn how to recognize and name their emotions. Asking them open-ended questions like “What is something that makes you happy or sad?” or “Can you show me what face you make when you are happy, sad or angry?” gives children the opportunity to share their emotions and show what they know about them. This exercise had Goddard students using emojis to identify each emotion in honor of World Emoji Day. 😊😍😝😥😆 Give it a try with your little one!
Did you know that between the ages of 2 and 5 years old, children ask an average of 40,000 questions? We say, bring them on! Our Wonder of Learning™ education program, found only at The Goddard School®, is the most innovative, well-researched program on the market, focused on how children learn best: through play, exploration and following their natural curiosity. By asking questions and finding their own answers (then asking more questions!), children develop a lifelong love of learning.
Splash day > any other day
In this ever-changing world, is your preschool doing enough to fully prepare your child for the future? Join us on Wednesday, July 31 at 1 PM ET for a free webinar about how cutting-edge early childhood education can robustly prepare your child for the world they live in today and the world of tomorrow. This live event will be an engaging and exciting discussion about the future of education and how The Goddard School® can set your child up for success. Register on our website:
Parenting with Goddard Webinar July 2024 In this ever-changing world, is your preschool doing enough to fully prepare your child for the future? Have you wondered about the skills they will need to successfully navigate K-12 education and eventually the job market? This webinar will share how cutting-edge early childhood education can robu...
At The Goddard School - Bel Air our education program, enrichment activities and overall approach to early childhood education and development is some of the most innovative on the market. We do this to prepare your children for the world of today and tomorrow. To learn more about how we’re future-proofing your child’s education, join a free webinar on Wednesday, July 31 at 1 PM ET. This live event will be an engaging and exciting discussion about the future of education and how The Goddard School® is setting your child up for success. Visit The Goddard School website to register: https://bit.ly/3zvTBqE
Thank you for your service Major Jack Ingber! This flag was flown through the Middle Eastern skies in support of Operation Inherent Resolve in honor of the Goddard School of Bel Air. What a treasure to have such amazing families as part of our community!
Happy 4th of July from the Goddard School!
Wishing your family a safe, happy and healthy 4th of July!
We packed this short week with so much FUN! We traveled to the CIRCUS as we created popcorn art, practiced letters in sprinkles, and even crawled through the ring of FIRE! We enjoyed a visit from Daisy the Clown who is one of our summer favorites and ended the week with Kona Ice! 🤡
A big THANK YOU to all of our Goddard Families for all of the wonderful donations to help support Harford County Humane Society. Because of you we are able to feed and help care for an animal in need. Thank you again for your support and kindness😊
Entomologist, plumber, parent, cheerleader … these Goddard students have big dreams for their future! 🐛 📚📣🚔🎨 At The Goddard School®, we love supporting your children so that they can make these dreams a reality! What does your little one want to be when they grow up?
Look at these cuties through the years — from their first day at Goddard to the last. What’s your Goddard grad’s favorite memory with us? 🎓
We made such a SPLASH today during our first Water Day of the summer season. 💦
What a great week learning all about Pirates and Fairies! Yesterday we enjoyed a show from Mr. David Dellman. He even brought a special visitor, George the Parrot, to show us a few tricks!
Today is the official start to summer which is a great time for outdoor play with your little one. At The Goddard School® we like to cool down with water play! Here are six water activities to enjoy in the summer sun (no pool required): https://bit.ly/3KFUrnf
📸: The Goddard School of Alpharetta (Windward)
Today is the official start to summer which is a great time for outdoor play with your little one. At The Goddard School - Bel Air, we like to cool down with water play! Here are six water activities to enjoy in the summer sun (no pool required): https://bit.ly/3KFUrnf
What is the silliest question your child has ever asked is? Tell us in the comments 🔽
We are so excited for the start of SUMMER CAMP! See you all tomorrow for a summer of fun!
We donut think you’ll be able to resist this one! 🍩 To celebrate Father’s Day, we’re giving 10 lucky dads a $10 gift card to enjoy some sweet treats on us.
Here’s how to enter:
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This giveaway is sponsored by Goddard Systems, LLC. Giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Instagram. Giveaway ends at approximately 11:59 pm ET on June 16, 2024. Winners will be selected on or about June 17, 2024, and notified via direct message on or about June 18, 2024. Void where prohibited.
Congratulations to all of our 2024 Goddard Graduates! We are proud of each of you and cannot wait to see the amazing things you accomplish in the future.
Please add your photos from the ceremony in the comments. We would love to see them!
What an great turnout for our Dogs for Dads event yesterday. We enjoyed making crafts, playing corn hole, and eating a hot dog (or two!) made by the AMAZING Mr. Eric at the grill.
To be frank, we have the best dads around! 🌭
In honor of National Best Friends Day, check out these photos of Goddard graduates who are still friends all these years later!
Best friends really are made at Goddard♥️ Do you have Goddard grads who are still friends? Drop your photos in the comments!
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We had a blast with all of our PreK graduates at Schucks Park. What a great way to spend the evening...food, fun, and friends that have become family!
The Goddard School of Alexandria (Old Town), VA, is now open! Congratulations to owners Akhil and Madhu Govil. This is the fourth location for the co-owners, who also own The Goddard School of Ashburn, The Goddard School of Ashburn Leesburg, and The Goddard School of Waldorf.
As owners & grandparents, their goal is to continue to provide a foundation of learning to all the young children in Alexandria who are the beacon of the great future. They are excited for the opportunity and look forward to serving the Old Town Alexandria community.
Visit their website to learn more: https://bit.ly/4c3TelT
At The Goddard School®, we believe every color belongs in the world, just like every child! Our Schools are spaces where children feel loved, seen and valued for who they are because we provide a safe community where everyone belongs.
It’s National Play Outside Day! At The Goddard School - Bel Air, playing outside is in our DNA. Enjoy this day with your family by letting your child lead. Maybe they want to blow bubbles, make mudpies or go on a bug hunt! As long as you’re outside together, the fun will follow. Check out some fun outdoor play activities that you can do with your preschooler on The Goddard School® website: https://bit.ly/4dYLUt1
Did you know that the first Saturday of every month is National Play Outside Day? Now that summer is here, there’s no better time to celebrate! Explore your local park, make mudpies in your backyard or pop bubbles in the sky. As long as you’re outside the fun will follow. Check out some fun outdoor play activities that you can do with your preschooler on The Goddard School® website: https://bit.ly/455Ucek
Happy National Creativity Day! 🎨✨
Creativity is all about giving children the freedom to make and play on their own. An activity we love at Goddard is painting with anything BUT a paintbrush! 🖌️ Whether it’s string, fork, or feathers, children can use everyday objects to create extraordinary works of art. Creativity is child-led, so let your child's imagination run wild as they learn how to innovate while they create!
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If you couldn’t attend the Parenting with Goddard Mental Health Matters webinar, you can still watch it! Visit The Goddard School® website to register for free access to the recording: https://bit.ly/3WPVVT6
The Goddard School of Bel Air received a special visit from former Goddard grads! This preschool class is where their friendships all began 💗 Thirteen years later and their preschool teacher, Miss Sarah, still teaches in the same classroom they all attended.
Read more about this visit here: https://bit.ly/4bOPdRv
Check out The Goddard School in Bel Air in the news!
https://www.wmar2news.com/local/harford-county-grads-reunite-at-preschool-where-their-friendships-began
Today is World Day for Cultural Diversity! 🌏
Whether it's learning 'hello' in different languages, or exploring new customs and traditions, at Goddard, we're fostering a sense of curiosity and acceptance in your little ones. Together, we're building a future where every culture is celebrated, every language is spoken, and every heart connected ♥️
Enjoy this video of the students at The Goddard School of Falls Church learning to say 'hello' in different languages during their International week last month!
It’s all in how you sell it 👏 What food did you have to rebrand for your picky eater to eat it?
There’s still time to register for our free Parenting with Goddard webinar on May 22 at 1 PM ET! You’ll hear from Chief Academic Officer Dr. Lauren Loquasto and Clinical Professor of Child Psychology at Yale University Dr. Kyle Pruett as they share what mental health means for families.
Visit our website to register today: https://bit.ly/4bv7fYZ
Don’t forget to register for the free Parenting with Goddard webinar, Mental Health Matters, available on May 22 at 1 PM ET. Join Chief Academic Officer of The Goddard School® Dr. Lauren Loquasto and Clinical Professor of Child Psychology at Yale University Dr. Kyle Pruett as they share what mental health means for families. Visit The Goddard School® website to register today: https://bit.ly/3w47zyR
What an AMAZING week we had celebrating our TEACHERS last week! We celebrated with breakfast and Tom's Travelin' Coffee, Taco Tuesday, Candyland sweets, a special bag full of gifts, and topped it off with Crumbl cookie and dinner on Friday.
Thank you to all of our WONDERFUL TEACHERS!
Happy Mother's Day from The Goddard School!
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Bel Air, MD
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