• Opening in January 2027

The Goddard School of
Maple Lawn
Coming Soon - Now Enrolling!

School Phone Number: 240-697-0005

, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

School Address: 7760 Montpelier Road, Laurel, Maryland 20723

School Highlights

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  • Air Filtration Systems Air Filtration Systems
  • American Sign Language American Sign Language
  • Chess Chess
  • Crash-Rated Fencing Crash-Rated Fencing
  • Degreed Teachers Degreed Teachers
  • Disinfectant Sprayer Disinfectant Sprayer
  • EPA-Approved Cleaning Products EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
  • Finger Guards Finger Guards
  • Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Maple Lawn, 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.

Where They Start Matters

We nurture your child’s unique potential by encouraging their natural curiosity so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world.

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.

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Leading with Curiosity

The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.

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Meet Jim and Lynn Moratis

Meet Jim and Lynn Moratis Owners

If you spend any time at The Goddard Schools of Columbia or Maple Lawn, you’ll quickly notice something special — a feeling of warmth, welcome, and genuine care that seems to wrap around every child, every teacher, and every family who walks through the doors. As the owners, we feel that is our job every day. Our journey to Goddard grew from a passion for creating warm, joyful places where children can learn, explore, and feel deeply cared for. For us, Goddard isn’t just a business. It’s a calling. We believe that children flourish when they are surrounded by love, guided by nurturing teachers, and encouraged to explore the world with confidence. We believe in building schools that feel like family and that community is something you create — through kindness, connection, and showing up for people day after day. Our story is woven into every classroom, every event, every smiling face at Columbia and Maple Lawn. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.
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Classrooms & Programs

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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Maple Lawn.

Health and Safety
  • Air Filtration Systems
  • Crash-Rated Fencing
  • Disinfectant Sprayer
  • EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
  • Finger Guards
  • Gate Alarm
  • Non-Biometric Security Scanner
  • Outdoor Security Cameras
  • Supervised Lobby Entry
Food and Nutrition
  • Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Enrichment and Environment
  • American Sign Language
  • Chess
  • Degreed Teachers
  • Handwriting
  • Indoor Gym
  • Interactive Whiteboard
  • Kodo Kids
  • Music Appreciation
  • Physical Fitness
  • Playground(s)
  • STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
  • Secondary Languages
  • Sports & Fitness
  • Wonder of Learning®
  • World Cultures
  • Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Maple Lawn.

Upcoming Events

More fun is on the way! Stay tuned for upcoming events.

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