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WE Have a M-W-F PREK Spot OPEN!
The Goddard School of
Bel Air
School Phone Number:
410-569-9888
, School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 2017 Emmorton Road, Bel Air, Maryland 21015
, School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 2017 Emmorton Road, Bel Air, Maryland 21015
Proudly Accredited by:
School Highlights
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Air Filtration Systems
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Custom Key Code Entry
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American Sign Language
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Basketball Court
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Chess
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Interactive Whiteboard
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Imagination Playground
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Child Learning Kitchen
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Yoga & Mindfulness
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Bel Air, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We aim to provide your child with the Best Educational and Social experience possible, equipping them with a Lifelong Love of Learning! Mark Your Calendars: 10/20- Diwali Event, 10/23- Pizza Day, 10/24- Football Friday, 10/28- Trunk or Treat, 10/31- Halloween Parties, 11/3-11/7- Book Fair, 11/8- Gobble, Gobble Parent's Night Out, 11/11- School Closed for Parent/Teacher Conferences, 11/12- Goddard Dance Recital and more fun events to be announced!
Health and Safety
We work tirelessly to ensure your child thrives in a healthy, safe environment, so you have peace of mind, and they can focus on learning and growing.
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.
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.
Leading with Curiosity
The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.
Meet Kennedie Toddler
Hello Everyone! My name is Ms. Kennedie, the newest addition to the Goddard Teacher Family (September 2025)! To the classroom, I bring an impressive set of certifications, including CPR/AED, 90 preschool clock hours, and abuse/ prevention training. I am passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children not only develop a love for learning but also feel encouraged to explore, grow, and express themselves. My goal is to help each child grow not only as a learner but also as a confident, compassionate individual who feels empowered to contribute positively to the world around them. Outside of school, I enjoy attending church, reading, and spending time with friends and family which allows me to create a caring, enthusiastic, and grounded environment. My most important value is building trust and strong communication with families. I look forward to building strong connections to work together to help your child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally!
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.
First Steps
12 - 18 m
We support and encourage children to confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
When you choose a center to care for your most precious gift in life, you want to feel peace of mind, trust, and true partnership. The Goddard School has consistently gone above and beyond in every way — from their nurturing teachers to the thoughtful curriculum and strong communication. I gave them a ten because they truly treat each child as their own and create an environment where learning, safety, and love come together seamlessly.
I’m extremely satisfied with The Goddard School! The teachers are exceptional, and the curriculum is well-structured. My son has made tremendous progress and learned so much since joining. The staff are dedicated, caring, and create a nurturing environment.
I was nervous sending my child to daycare in 2021 when she was only 6 months old. Front the moment I walked into Goddard in Bel Air, I felt at home. The teachers, staff and owners truly love what they do and care about the children. My now 4 year old is learning so much and I have no doubt she will be ready for Kindergarden next year.
My daughter has learned so much from her time at Goddard. We know we're leaving get in capable hands every day. She loves her teachers and her classmates. They have great communication and wonderful activities for the kids. The owners truly care about the staff and students alike.
Goddard has provided our family with a caring, structured and supportive leaving environment where our boys can grow, be curious, and find themselves all while building amazing friendships.
Owners are amazing and so are the teachers. Teacher turnover is very low and average tenure of teachers is high which speaks to how the owners run the school.
My daughter is such a confident and smart little girl. I also feel reassured in her safety and care.
The teachers go above and beyond to tailor their instruction and behavior management strategies to each child's individual needs. They take the time to really get to know each child in their class so that the strategies they use are conducive to every child's academic and emotional success. My son loves school and his teachers!
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.
Health and Safety
Air Filtration Systems
Air Purifying System
Biometric Entry Device
Custom Key Code Entry
Disinfectant Sprayer
EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Hand Scanner
Key Fobs
Non-Biometric Security Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Supervised Lobby Entry
Food and Nutrition
All Organic Foods Served
Flexible Lunch Options
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Enrichment and Environment
American Sign Language
Art History
Basketball Court
Chess
Child Learning Kitchen
Computers
Dance
Degreed Teachers
Dramatic Arts Space
Engineering
Exploration Room
Handwriting
Imagination Playground
Indoor Gym
Interactive Whiteboard
Learning Technologies
Literacy Nook
Low Ratios
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
Wonder of Learning®
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness
Preview the Fun
Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.
Upcoming Events
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November 11School ClosedAll Day -
November 11Happy Veteran's Day!All Day -
November 12Dance Recital!All Day -
November 12Self Portraits!All Day
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Awarding Excellence
Our School has been recognized for delivering extraordinary educational experiences and outstanding service to our families.
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 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.
April 2020
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April 2028
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.
January 2024
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January 2028
MARYLAND STATE CHILD CARE ASSOCIATION
The Maryland State Child Care Association (MSCCA) is the premiere professional association for licensed child care and early learning centers operating in Maryland. Members are committed to providing the highest levels of cognitive, social/emotional, and physical development in safe and secure environments for the children entrusted to their care.
January 2020
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January 2026
LET'S MOVE! CHILD CARE
Let’s Move! Child Care is a nationwide call-to-action that empowers child care and early education providers to make positive health changes in children that could last a lifetime. It encourages and supports providers making positive changes in their programs to help children develop healthy habits and recognizes providers who meet best practices in five healthy goal areas: nurture healthy eaters, provide healthy beverages, get kids moving, reduce screen time and support breastfeeding.
January 2020
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January 2026
BEST OF HARFORD COUNTY - HARFORD MAGAZINE
This annual award is chosen by the readers of Harford Magazine. Readers vote for their favorite businesses, attractions and services for families.
January 2018
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December 2026
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
The Outstanding Customer Experience Award is presented annually. It recognizes those that have developed a culture within their Goddard School that ensures members of their management team and faculty provide the highest level of customer service to current and prospective Goddard families.
January 2019
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October 2025
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB
The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.
February 2024
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February 2025
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.
May 2023
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May 2024
ECO-HEALTHY CHILD CARE®
As an Eco-Healthy Child Care® endorsed provider we will create and maintain an early childhood learning environment that is healthy and safe by reducing children’s exposure to toxic chemicals. These changes will immediately benefit the health and well-being of the children within our care. Every child deserves a place that is healthy and safe, start creating a healthier child care environment today!
August 2017
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August 2019
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
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