The Goddard School
The Goddard School in King Farm has served the Rockville community for over 20 years. 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.
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 - Rockville 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!
07/15/2024
We had a BLAST on our field trip to ! From climbing, to balancing, to role play, there was a ton of beneficial activities for our students to choose from!
Young children use role play to better understand the world around them. They experiment with different characters and through their interactions with other children, they expand their life experiences, practise social skills such as teamwork, sharing and taking turns and they expand their way of thinking!
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.
07/12/2024
Another fun-filled week of summer camp at Goddard Rockville! From bubble parties, to minute to win it relays, sprinkler days and a petting zoo, we had enough excitement to last the summer and it's only week two! 😎
07/11/2024
Splash day > any other day
07/09/2024
At The Goddard School - Rockville 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
07/09/2024
Keep your little ones busy this summer with some fun summer activities found on The Goddard School® website: https://bit.ly/3IWl078
07/09/2024
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...
Wishing your family a safe, happy and healthy 4th of July!
07/04/2024
Wishing all of our friends a wonderful Independence Day!
07/02/2024
Our P.E program extends throughout summer camp! Gross motor skills, which involve the movement and coordination of large muscles are essential for a child's physical development.
Our physical education activities and games promote the mastery of skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching! ⚽️🏃♀️
07/01/2024
What better way to explore dinosaurs by touching, riding and hearing their ROARS! Thank you to for making our first day of summer camp a memorable day! 🦖🦕
07/01/2024
Today is the official first day of summer camp 2024 which is a great time for outdoor play with your little one. At The Goddard School - Rockville, 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
06/28/2024
Our in service days were filled with trainings (CPR/ First Aid & Medication Administration), deep cleaning, staff meetings, delicious food and more! We can't wait to welcome our families to summer camp 2024 on July 1! 😎
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?
06/24/2024
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? 🎓
06/20/2024
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
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June 19, better known as Juneteenth, is America’s second Independence Day. Juneteenth celebrations began in Texas in 1866 and have branched out to all states as a time to celebrate the end of slavery as well as honor the culture, achievements and history of Black Americans. How will you celebrate Juneteenth? Tell us in the comments.
What is the silliest question your child has ever asked is? Tell us in the comments 🔽
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.
06/14/2024
Summer with Goddard is fast approaching! Don't miss your chance to engage your child in a summer filled with outdoor activities, water play days and weekly performances! Summer camp begins Monday, July 1st. Secure your space today!
06/14/2024
Happy Father's Day to the worlds best Goddard Dads 💙
06/14/2024
🎓 CONGRATULATIONS to our 2024 Pre-k and Kindergarten graduates! 🎓
"You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think!"
06/10/2024
WE HAVE THE BEST COMMUNITY HERE IN KING FARM! Thank you to our current and prospective families for making our annual Family Fun Day another HIT! ☀️😁
06/08/2024
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!
Repost: The Goddard School of Bel Air, MD
06/06/2024
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
06/04/2024
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.
06/04/2024
Professional development enables us as educators to develop the knowledge and skills we need to support children's early childhood journey.
During our June staff meeting, we engaged in a "Process vs. Product" training, supporting our teachers in implementing Goddard's learn through play model!
06/03/2024
Summer with Goddard is so much more than summer camp. It's part of our School year that's focused on outdoor adventures, the wonder of learning and making meaningful friendships. Just don’t forget their sunscreen!
Visit our website to learn more. Schedule a tour by giving us a call at (301) 330-2300. We can't wait to meet you!
It’s National Play Outside Day! At The Goddard School - Rockville, 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
05/30/2024
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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05/28/2024
Engaging in post reading activities help our students make connections to the text, explore their imagination, support reading comprehension and so much more!
After exploring the book, The Little Red Fort by Brenda Maier, our students got creative in teams and made their very own forts! We have some architects in the making!
05/27/2024
Memorial Day is an annual American holiday observed on the last Monday of May to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Many students have a connection to the U.S. military, whether it be through a family member or a friend that served and passed away. By bringing Memorial Day to the classroom, our students at Goddard Rockville have the opportunity to honor the fallen.
05/24/2024
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
05/23/2024
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
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!
05/21/2024
CONGRATULATIONS to our Teacher of the Year nominees! We had over 30 submissions from our families this year. We are positively overwhelmed with the time and effort families took to nominate one of our extraordinary teachers! Way to go! 🎊🥳
05/16/2024
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