Middle River (Greenleigh) Reviews & Recognition

The love and commitment of our Goddard families inspires us every day. To help make each child’s learning experiences the best they can be, we are always happy to listen when parents share their expectations. Here’s what our families have to say.

  • Enrolling our daughter at the Goddard was one of the best decisions we've ever made. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and smiles. The teachers are an exceptional team and my daughter learned a lot through creative projects, lessons and it just fueled her curiosity to want to learn more (at and outside of school). Thank you Goddard School at Middle River for your dedication and unwavering commitment.

    Danielle's Father

    Goddard Graduate

  • We have been so impressed by Goddard. Our daughter started as an infant and is now in the two year old room. All of her teachers have been loving, kind, knowledgeable and have made a huge impact on her life. The school is clean, modern and has a wonderful student centered curriculum. We feel very lucky to hace such a great school for our daughter.

    Leah's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • We love the personal experience with the office staff to the teachers. They really get to know our families. The teachers are real teachers and know what our child’s strengths are and what to work on plus they help work on them with us. Thank you all for everything!

    Benjamin & Olivia's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I love everything! From the time you walk up to the school until you walk out of it! The front entrance is always decorated festively. The staff is always welcoming and the check in/check out and buzzer system ensures a sense of safety! The teachers love my son and always encourage him to do his best. He is learning so much! Thank you to everyone at The Goddard!

    Lincoln's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The teachers are great and accept my daughter for who she is. They work with her as an individual rather than try to conform her to be the type of student they want. They encourage her to be herself.

    Aubri's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Our child has been at Goddard from 6 most to nearly 3 years. All of her teachers have been great: kind, patient, loving and in- tune to my child's personality and behaviors. I've had full trust in her teachers and she loves being at school. I appreciate the educational curriculum while still focusing on fun and play.

    Libby's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The teachers and other staff members are amazing! This is my child's first experience with daycare and with the help of the staff, his adjustment has been going well!

    Oliver's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Knowing my kid is in safe professional hands with people who have repeatedly proven to love and care for him gives me the peace of mind I need to focus elsewhere knowing he’s is well taken care of.

    Nathaniel & Abigail's Father

    Toddler Classroom

  • I absolutely love this school. Before sending my son he was very quiet and shy. Since attending Goddard he has opened up, become more vocal and made lots of friends. We are so proud of the improvements he has made. We love the staff and feel a sense of comfort and safety sending our children to Goddard!

    Maximus & Maesyn's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • We love the teachers, atmosphere, and communication at Goddard. Our daughter has already learned so much in a short time.

    Lily's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • my mind is at ease. My son is not only getting a young education but having fun, making friendships, and loves his teachers, who i've seen first hand give him so much love.

    Brooks's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • I love the teachers - very warm and attentive. I know my son is in good hands and he enjoys going to school every day. The front office staff is very helpful and welcoming. I appreciate being greeted every day with a hello or good morning.

    Maverik's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • ALL the teachers at the school address my son by name when they see him, they speak to and about him very positively, and they seem to be extremely patient and encouraging.

    Ryan's Mother

    Pre-K Classroom

  • Everyone is amazing! They truly care about the development and well-being of each child. I can’t say enough great things about Goddard MR

    Wesley's Father

    Infant Classroom

  • Friendly, safe environment that allows physical and cognitive growth through play. Staff communicates well and very clearly cares about the children's development and well being. I know my child is in good hands while at school!

    Libby's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • The teachers we have had are truly amazing and clearly love these kids. Our son is excelling and is doing so well which we know is due to the wonderful program at this school, and the amazing teachers raising him.

    Braeden's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Goddard has been a large part of the growth and development of my 3 year son. Great teachers, process and a loving environment. We have shared with friends who have chosen to use Goddard in other parts of Maryland and spread the word within our neighborhood- many of whom have also chosen Goddard.

    Bryson's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • We love Goddard and feel like ots a second family for both our kids. They have learned so much and have so much fun there. The teachers also have worked with us through some issues with pur daughter. They have been sensitive to this and have went above and beyond to help us!

    Adeline & Bode's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The Goddard School - Middle River is more than a school, it's a family. I know that they truly care about my kids. The curriculum is amazing!

    Cooper & Carli's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Overall the Goddard School has been great for us - organized, professional, clean, caring. We love our daughter's teachers, they do a great job each day and I don't think we would feel as comfortable taking our daughter anywhere else

    Avery's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Staff, curriculum, facilities and open communication.

    Reed's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I am impressed with the work the school is doing. My son has been attending for years and he is doing very well. Ms. Abigail is great, every evening she gives me a personal report on his day and his true efforts on writing ( which he doesn't seem to like very much). The front desk staff is friendly, the school is very clean and most importantly its a great atmosphere. This is money well spent! Thank

    Kaleb's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • They take the time to learn all the little quirks about each student and they build a bond with each child. I feel like each kid is getting just enough attention and I can see a difference in his education in just one month! I also love how safe I know he is while he’s there.

    Brooks 's Mother

    Toddler Classroom

  • Literally everything. The teachers are phenomenal, their attention to our daughter’s growth and education are top notch. And it is so noticeable! She’s so verbal, and so socialized...I’d recommend Goddard to everyone (and I do)!

    Josephine's Father

    Preschool Classroom

  • The staff is so friendly. They not only care and k ow things about my daughter but about my whole family. It’s more than just a school.

    Isabelle & BABY's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • My daughter absolutely loves The Goddard School and her teacher is amazing. She has made her feel extremely comfortable and provides me with updates whenever I need them. My daughter is working on activities that are stimulating and her social skills have increased dramatically!!

    Kennedy's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • The staff at Goddard truly care about the children and the families. The curriculum is great, along with the lessons and activities being fun and interesting enough to keep the children engaged and interested. The center is so clean and my children love the outdoor spaces. My children have grown tremendously in so many areas since starting at Goddard.

    Dylan & Ella's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • I love everything about Goddard. My son has improved in so many areas. I love that the teachers take their time to acknowledge each child and their performance. Jaxon's new teacher Miss Ayinka has been wonderful in his transition to the new facility. I appreciate the structure they have and it really helps us keep him on a schedule at home. He is a sweet, smart, funny, and polite little boy. I believe that he is the way he is with the help of the Goddard School.

    Jaxon's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The structure of my child's day, their exposure to all different types of learning experiences and the daily updates, pictures, etc. to name a few items.

    Harper's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • Highly qualified and talented staff, very clean facility. Academic orientation and interesting and fun activities for kids. Variety of activities is great and like the catered in lunches (pizza and chic fil a). I enjoy the emphasis put on parent involvement by sending things home to practice with and sight words and letters. Outdoor play area is state of the art. I love the tadpoles app and getting reports and feedback and photos daily of my children. Overall, great experience thus far!

    Dylan & Ella's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • Quality of care, love of teachers for my daughter, structured lesson plans, fun, happy and safe environment. Above all I trust the staff to act in the best interest of my child.

    Olivia's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The level of play and learning combined together is great. My daughter seemed to transition easily from her prior daycare.

    Sloan's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • We love our daughter's teachers. The facility is beautiful and very well kept, the rooms are very clean and organized. We are also very happy with the curriculum and activities in her room. We love getting pictures of her during the day and the daily report with details of what they did along with pictures of her.

    Catalina's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • I like the Goddard School because of the variety of staff that my child gets to be familiar with at all times, that way if one is out, my child isn't stressed out all day in being watched by someone she isn't familiar with. I also like the socialism, music, and variety of learning activities. As well as the security the building offers.

    Sloan's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • I love the tadpole app- so I'm aware of how long he has napped, diaper changes, and eating. I love getting pictures! I love that they are staying active all day ( going outside, gym, crafts, music, etc...).

    Lincoln's Mother

    Infant Classroom

  • We really like the school and the helpful and friendly staff. Having people that know our kids by name is important to us.

    Juan & Xavier 's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

  • The teachers are very nice, office staff and is very helpful and I love how the day is balanced with structured activities and free play time for the little ones.

    Rayyan's Mother

    Preschool Classroom

CHILD CARE SCHOLARSHIP

The Child Care Scholarship (CCS) program assists eligible Maryland families pay for high-quality childcare and early education programs. Child Care Scholarship Central 2, a centralized vendor, manages the program.

August 2023 - August 2030

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 - January 2030

NAEYC ACCREDITED

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.

September 2022 - October 2027

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.

September 2022 - September 2025

MARYLAND EXCELS

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.

September 2015 - September 2021
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