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The Goddard School of Rockville

School Address: 900 Gaither Road
, Rockville, Maryland 20850
School Phone Number: 301-330-2300 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Rockville is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.

Meet Ross

Meet Ross

Owner
Ross Flax is the owner of The Goddard School of Rockville, which he proudly opened in October 2003. A Philadelphia native, Ross holds a B.A. in Business Administration from Temple University and brings decades of entrepreneurial experience and a deep passion for early childhood education to his leadership. Ross began his journey with The Goddard School in 1997, opening his first location in Columbia, Maryland. Since then, he has successfully established three additional schools in Clarksburg, Bethesda, and Tysons Corner—each founded on his commitment to quality, community, and the developmental needs of young children. Married to his wife Sandra since 1987, Ross is also the proud father of two Goddard School graduates, Gabriela and Harrison. His personal and professional dedication to the Goddard mission is reflected in every aspect of the schools he leads, ensuring families receive the highest standard of care and education.

  • Our School

    Welcome! We’re committed to your child’s health, safety and education, which is why we provide children with safe and healthy learning environments at our School.

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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.

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    Faculty

    Our teachers blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care.

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Something Fun Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events

  • May 16 Pizza Friday! 11:30 AM - 12 PM
  • May 19 Yoga
  • May 20 Music Enrichment Class with Ms. Stef! 9:30 AM - 12 PM
  • May 21 Spanish Enrichment with Ms. Yaudith! 9:30 AM - 12 PM
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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At our previous childcare facility or daughter lagged behind. Since starting Goddard she has thrived and looks forward to school. We see obvious growth daily. Great curriculum, attentive and caring teachers, love this school!
Elliana's Father
Preschool Classroom
Goddard provides a child centered, engaging and fun experience. Our son thrives in the program, is extremely prepared for kindergarten and has a great time while learning. The teachers are skilled at what they do and genuinely care for the students.
Joseph's Mother
Goddard Graduate
My daughter loves it there! The staff is great and I can’t say enough good things about it!
Emmy Layne & Crew 's Father
Infant Classroom
Bottom line, we feel that our daughter is safe and cared for, and that the teachers/staff at Goddard are all committed to her happiness and growth. Also important are the start/end time each day, which gives us flexibility around work schedules.
Cora 's Father
Toddler Classroom

Keep Wonder Alive All Summer

Take a peak at what we have planned this summer:

  • Splash days
  • Lots of outdoor play (don't forget sunscreen!)
  • Special guest appearances and activities
  • Summer reading challenge
  • ... and so much more!
See What Else Is in Store

Health and Safety

We work tirelessly to ensure your child thrives in a healthy, safe and warm environment. Within this secure and nurturing environment, your child is free to learn and discover their unique gifts.

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LEARNING YOUR CHILD LOVES

We work tirelessly to ensure children thrive in a healthy, safe and warm environment. Within this secure and nurturing environment, children can discover their unique gifts.

Our programs go beyond academics and help children develop important social-emotional skills like kindness, empathy, responsible decision making and more.  

In our classrooms, creativity and curiosity blossom as children discover the wonder of learning. Through fun learning experiences (F.L.EX.®), your child will develop academic and social-emotional skills that will help them feel ready to take on the world.

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