Aash & Nan have been the owners of The Goddard School® located in Holly Springs since it's inception in 2008. They have been Triangle residents since 1995 and love the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area as a great place to raise a family. It is their daily endeavor to provide a loving, nurturing and curiosity-filled environment for children. They are committed to providing a “home away from home” experience that will enrich every child's emotional, social, intellectual and physical development, while providing the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Combining their Technology backgrounds with Corporate Business Management experience, Aash and Nan bring a wealth of General Management and Marketing expertise in operating the school. They are excited to be a part of a growing Holly Springs community and are grateful to be afforded the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families!

Ms. Vonetta, the School Director, is a Level III NC Administrator with a Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy/Child Development. She brings over 13 years of Early Childhood Education experience with 6+ years in Management roles. By combining her previous teaching experience with her Administrative skillset, she aims at providing a stellar learning experience for our children along with a warm and welcoming environment for our families and faculty! She really enjoys watching children become confident in their abilities as they imbibe new information and continue to grow. On a personal note, she is the mother of twelve-year-old son and in her free time enjoys riding 4-wheelers, spending time with her family, and attending live events!

Ms. Mariah is the Assistant Director of The Goddard School in Holly Springs. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts from SUNY and brings almost 9 years of Early Childhood experience working in a variety of high-quality preschool settings in NY and NC. She is First Aid and CPR certified along with having her SIDS certification.