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INFANT SPOTS AVAILABLE!
The Goddard School of
Hanover
School Phone Number:
410-684-2601
, School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 7538 Teague Road, Hanover, Maryland 21076
, School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 7538 Teague Road, Hanover, Maryland 21076
Proudly Accredited by:
School Highlights
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Rock Wall
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Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
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Zono
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Degreed Teachers
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Biometric Entry Device
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Chess
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Wonder of Learning®
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Computers
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Custom Key Code Entry
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Hanover, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. That's why we offer an expert curriculum, experienced teachers and a nurturing environment to provide the best foundation for their growth.
The Goddard Difference
Goddard is more than just a preschool. With a proven track record of academic and social excellence, we've earned the trust of countless happy families who have seen their children exceed expectations and step into the world with confidence and compassion.
Curriculum
Our education program, Wonder of Learning®, is the most innovative and well-researched on the market. It was created by early childhood development experts to empower children to explore their natural curiosity.
Expert, Caring Teachers
Our extraordinary educators shape your child’s experience, creating a fun and engaging learning environment with personalized lesson plans focused on whole-child development.
Leading with Curiosity
The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.
Meet Melvise Owner
I am the proud on-site owner of The Goddard School in Hanover. I graduated from North Carolina A&T State University with a Bachelors degree in Electronic and Computer Technology and a Masters degree in Technology Education with a concentration in Education.
Prior to on-site ownership, I served as an Assistant Principal in Montgomery County Public Schools. I am the mother of a 10-year old daughter and a 5-year old son, a recent Goddard Hanover Graduate. I am excited to create educational experiences for Goddard students and build community with my Goddard families.
Meet The Team
Discover Our Classrooms
From infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, our classrooms are designed specifically with your little one’s needs in mind.
Infant
6 w - 12 m
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need with opportunities to begin exploring the world around them.
Toddlers
12 - 24 m
As your little one rapidly develops physically and cognitively, our Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered and their budding skills are nurtured.
Twos
2 - 3 yrs
In the Twos classroom, experienced, caring teachers guide your child through playful exploration, helping navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity.
Bridge
2.5 - 3.5 yrs
As your child continues to gain independence, build self-care skills and learn more about themselves, the Bridge classroom provides the support they need to thrive in a preschool setting.
Preschool
3 - 4 yrs
In our Preschool classroom, your child starts their journey into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting.
Pre-K
4 - 5 yrs
As your child prepares for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities to develop important skills, make new friends and explore the world around them.
Additional Programs Offered
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Summer Fun
Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!
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Special Programs
We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.
What Our Goddard Village Is Saying
The school has amazing staff who engage with not just my child but with my husband and I. It shows they genuinely care. They also work on a lot various skills which help work on numerous developmental milestones, functional skills and play/social skills. I love the environment for my daughter and I feel like she's safe there as well.
When you walk through the school there are always children smiling, laughing and engaged with their teachers. Admin is responsive and put the needs of their students first.
The teachers and staff here at Goddard is exceptionally excellent. They strive to accommodate the parents and the needs of the children that attend this school. Very professional staff. My child's teachers in toddler class are all phenomenal, very attentive, skilled, caring. They keep the my child and the children engaged and involved in educational assignments.
I love the teachers and staff. I also appreciate the picture updates throughout the day and getting artwork my baby has made.
We have had such a great experience so far. The staff are wonderful, I love seeing the photos of what the kids are up to during the day and we can tell how engaged they are. After moving a great distance; they were excited to come to school from the start and made the transition so smooth for them!
It’s so wonderful to know our little one is safe and loved while attending Goddard. The staff isn’t just staff, they are family! Goddard is an absolute blessing!
The owners do a great job of hiring staff members who truly care. There is certainly an educational factor at Goodard that I don't believe other preschools/day cares have which is a huge plus! Lastly, the environment is great and gives a real sense of community in each classroom.
Teachers are great, front staff very friendly. Teachers always take time to brief parents on issues and answer questions during pick up.
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.
Health and Safety
Air Purifying System
Antimicrobial Treatments
Biometric Entry Device
Custom Key Code Entry
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Iris Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards
Supervised Lobby Entry
Water Filtration System
Zono
Food and Nutrition
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Enrichment and Environment
American Sign Language
Art Studio
Chess
Child Learning Kitchen
Computers
Dance
Degreed Teachers
Digital Cameras
Dramatic Arts Space
Engineering
Handwriting
Imagination Playground
Interactive Whiteboard
Learning Technologies
Literacy Nook
Microscope(s)
Music Appreciation
Nutrition
Outdoor Classroom
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Robotics
Rock Wall
STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Tablets
Tenured Teachers
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness
Preview the Fun
Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.
Upcoming Events
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December 5Pizza Friday12 - 1 PM -
December 12Pizza Friday12 - 1 PM
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December 19Pizza Friday12 - 1 PM
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December 24Christmas Eve Closing at 12PM12 - 6 PM
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Care You Can Trust
The Goddard School is proud to be recognized for our commitment to quality care and early learning! These accolades reflect our dedication to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for every child.
CHILD CARE AWARE®
Child Care Aware is the nation's most respected hub of information for parents and child care providers. A program of Child Care Aware of America, Child Care Aware helps families learn more about the elements of quality child care and how to locate programs in their communities. Child Care Aware also provides child care providers with access to resources for their child care programs.
January 2020
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January 2030
MARYLAND EXCELS
LEVEL 5
Maryland EXCELS is a voluntary Quality Rating and Improvement System that awards ratings (up to 5 stars) to family providers, center-based and public school child care programs, and school age before and after school programs that meet increasingly higher standards of quality in key areas.
December 2016
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December 2028
MARYLAND ACCREDITATION
Maryland Accreditation is a voluntary process of program assessment that examines all aspects of quality in educational environments for young children including curriculum, interactions between teachers and children, health and safety, family engagement and professional preparation and development of faculty.
July 2018
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July 2021
WIND POWER
Renewable energy credits (RECs) received through Renewable Choice Energy help to reduce our environmental footprint in the area of electricity consumption.
January 2020
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January 2022
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2016
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January 2017
MARKET OF EXCELLENCE
The Market of Excellence Award is presented annually and acknowledges a market that has demonstrated the best collaborative effort in representing The Goddard School in their community.
January 2015
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January 2016
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2011
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January 2015
PROGRAM ENHANCEMENT AWARD
The Program Enhancement Award recognizes Goddard Schools that integrated nine or more Goddard resources into the curriculum.
January 2012
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January 2013
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