Columbia Reviews & Recognition

The teachers and staff are great! They are very attentive and caring towards the kids and parents. MY daughter loves going there every single day!

Sophie's Mother

Infant Classroom

I've had my kids in 3 daycare centers and a well run center makes so much difference. I would recommend this center because of the owners, directors and teachers (all wonderful); cleanliness; curriculum and extras; and because my kiddos love it there!

Madeline & Joshua's Mother

Preschool Classroom

From top down, everyone at the school seems to genuinely enjoy taking care of the kids and providing a nurturing and learning environment.

Idris & Aliza's Father

Preschool Classroom

Engagement of the staff, feeling of safety for my child, my child’s love of her school, class and teachers

Nora's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

We love the goddard school. Our daughter has a great relationship with her teachers and her peers. She loves learning through play.

Evelyn 's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Hours are great Staff is kind Facility is clean and well kept Approachable owners that are always involved Flexibility on pick up and drop off

Daniella & Nicolas's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I not only would but HAVE recommended Goddard School of Columbia to friends. I absolutely love this school, the teachers, and the owners. They have created an incredible community and care for their students as though they are their own children.

Erin & John's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The great communication, the daily pictures, the fact that the staff and leadership know each child and family by name. The calendar and great daily plans. The now much healthier snacks. The fun events. We love it. Thank you!!

Daniella & Nicolas's Father

Preschool Classroom

We’ve been at this Goddard for over seven years, but what Lynn and Jim have done since they took it over a few years ago is why we stayed, even when we moved closer to another one. The teachers are first rate, and we know our kids are both learning a lot and being nurtured in all the best ways.

Ella & Ava's Mother

Goddard Graduate

Owners are actively involved in day to day operations, both along with admin staff and teachers are very caring and friendly

Anaira's Father

Preschool Classroom

I love the professional atmosphere and the individualized attention our child gets. I feel that there is great safety for my child.

Amaani's Mother

Toddler Classroom

School is well-kept, teachers are warm and friendly. Owners are involved and invested in continual improvement, my son loves this school.

Quinn & Scott's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The lesson plans are well structured and the teachers after great. The school calendar is also very well thought out and I feel that I receive ample information from the school.

Isaac & Olivia's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The owners. They make everything so special and happy and welcoming and warm. Communication is also perfect. Their door is always open. My kids love going up to them st the end of every day.

Mateo & Adriana's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I like the school atmosphere. Everyone knows my child. I think they give her a lot of attention.

Luca's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The owners are wonderful. Stable, caring teachers in both of our kid's rooms. We love Goddard of Columbia!

Madeline & Joshua's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love Goddard! We like the age appropriate daily routines and creative activities, personal attention from teachers, daily electronic reports, cleanliness and security of facility, and the high quality of staff and teachers!

Genevieve's Mother

Infant Classroom

We love how much Canaan is learning. His language has come a long way. He is counting 1-10 and recently trying to hold up corresponding fingers. He is engaging with his peers more. We are very happy with how much he has learned in the 4months he’s been there

Canaan's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The owners, staff and teachers are all very friendly and welcoming. My child absolutely love looking forward to seeing her teachers, friends and most importantly learning new things each day.

Nyla's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love it! The staff is all very friendly and great with the kids. The monthly calendar is filled with so many great activities. The curriculum is strong and the kids learn so much in a nurturing, safe environment. The owners are so involved and genuinely care about the entire school community.

Leena's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The teachers and admin really care about creating a safe, engaging, fun, supportive environment where all kids can thrive!

Meredith's Mother

Preschool Classroom

It's run very well. The directors and leadership really care about the kids and work hard to add experiences that are fun for them. My child loves her teachers and she does many educational activities that are preparing her for kindergarten. My child has really grown at Goddard.

Ryan & Zara's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

I like how the teachers accommodate my child's need to warm up to the classroom in the morning by allowing her quiet time. She's much happier to go to this school than to others in the past and is much happier when I leave her. I also love all of the pictures and reports.

Madeline & Joshua's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We love the education she is getting, the sense of community and all of the activities that are above and beyond what you’d expect.

Leena's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Goddard School Columbia staff and unparalleled. Their care and attention to each and every child and their family that comes through their door is incredible. My daughter left the school with a 1st grade reading level and was more than prepared for Kindergarten. The community they have created is exception and their communication, transparency, and engagement makes me wish my children could stay in school there forever!

Erin & John's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The teachers and leaders are fantastic. My child is excited to go to school and I feel confident that she's thriving in the enriching environment.

Grace's Mother

Infant Classroom

Great team of teachers and staffs. They are always very transparent to us if there are cases of covid, RSV, or other transmitted diseases. They do different crafts every day and they clean the room and the toys well.

Ethan's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Great education program and the teachers truly care for the students. On top of that, the owners are amazing people—they take their time to get to know each child and make everyone feel welcome. This Goddard school is not a regular daycare. It is a second home to my son ?? You don’t have to ever worry about the safety of your child!

Cameron's Mother

Infant Classroom

The curriculum is excellent. I'm also very happy with my daughter's teachers and the lessons they teach that relate to social emotional learning. She loves her school and she looks forward to it every morning when we drop her off. I'm very happy with the way the school has been run by the whole team.

Ryan & Zara's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The teachers, staff and school owners all show their dedication and love of the kids. That translates to a safe nurturing environment for the kids to learn and thrive in. The curriculum is very well developed and Steam based with lots of opportunities to expose the children to various opportunities to help them explore their interests.

Leena's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Although it's a little more expensive, we definitely feel that the money is worth it compared to other daycares that we have used. The owners are engaging and entertaining. The teachers really care about the kids and their progress and communicate well with the parents. Our children progressed by leaps and bounds after moving to Goddard. There is a great balance of educational opportunities and fun play.

Addie & Brenden's Father

Preschool Classroom

Teachers and staff are so nice and supportive in helping children learn and grow. Great team!

Avira's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Fantastic staff. Caring owners. Fun programs. Great communication with families.

Marlo & Austin's Father

Pre-K Classroom

We love everything about Goddard. The teachers are so sweet and kind. The management communicates regularly and our kids are learning so much. Our son just started kindergarten after being at Goddard and he is thriving. He loves school and because of the work that Goddard did he understands structure and is very close to reading!

Greta & Miles's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The genuine caring and involvement of all of the staff, from the owners to teachers to support staff, is incredible. The creativity and attention to detail that is put into the lesson plans is really impressive, and we’ve already noticed the advancement our daughter is experiencing with just one month under our belts. Also, can’t say enough about the communication! We are so grateful we have enrolled here

Kennedy's Mother

Toddler Classroom

The Goddard Owners and Directors go above and beyond to make our Family feel comfortable week-to-week. The Teachers are all very nice and caring. We have had experiences with 3 other day cares/learning centers, but this Goddard location is better when it comes to all areas of childcare. They are MSDE accredited, and there are a few Centers in Maryland that are, but the difference with location is you can see the results in your child.

William & Thomas's Mother

Preschool Classroom

School is amazing and one of the best. Curriculum of the school is excellent. The owner Mr. Jim and Ms. Lynn are so lovely, helpful, genuinely caring for the school, teachers, kids and parents. Love the way the community of people is built around the school. The teachers are the heart of the school and makes it one of the best. Best wishes for continued success and the memories my daughter created in the school will stay with us forever. Thank you

Anisha's Father

Pre-K Classroom

The teachers are very supportive and helpful. The owners are exceptional in taking part in new and fun activities for kids. They are so personable and loving!

Avira's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Everything! The positive energy, the support of children in their academic and social/emotional development is amazing, and the owners, teachers and administrators are wonderful!

Parker & Henry & Owen's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The daily activities keep the kids engaged and always learning. I love that the day is so well planned out with these activities. The fun theme days or lunch days also add something special on a regular basis. And the communication with parents and daily report is excellent.

Charles's Mother

Preschool Classroom

WE LOVE COLUMBIA GODDARD! Proud to send our son to this amazing school.

Iyzaan & Ilyaana's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Really welcoming environment! Great owners, teachers, and staff. We are very happy with the curriculum and our son has really thrived over 2 years .

Henry's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

The teachers are incredible and have taught our daughter so much! Lynn and Jim are the sweetest and always keep us informed and treat our daughter like their own. We love Goddard school!

Kinzli's Mother

Preschool Classroom

We have appreciated the way Goddard has handled Covid protocols and felt safe sending our son to school in person because of that. Our son has thrived and learned so much. We also enjoy the special celebrations and daily plans that make it fun to go to school!

Kent's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Wonderful teachers. Good staff retention, i.e. low staff turnover. Indoor gym. Big classrooms. Classrooms separated by walls which maximizes cohorting and minimizes spread of disease across classrooms. Clean.

Callan's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The school facilities are wonderful, tidy, clean, and organized. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and caring of the children.

Henry & Baby's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I love the daily notes, I like that I know exactly what she is learning so I can expand on it at home. The pictures are great too! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is always clean and has a variety of toys and learning materials.

Chloe's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Love the entire staff and owners! They genuinely care about each child. They make the kids excited to go to school!

Addison & Taylor's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

I appreciate how devoted the teachers are to the children. My child was having a hard time transitioning to daycare and her teachers did a wonderful job of making her feel comfortable while also suggesting ways to help her get used to the new routine while at home.

Laila's Mother

Infant Classroom

My wife and I have extremely demanding careers. The choice to send the kids to daycare was hard, but it's easy knowing they are in such great hands. Our pediatrician is impressed with our child cognitive development and social skills.

Quinnlan & Piper's Father

Infant Classroom