The Goddard School of

Sparks

410-472-2232
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
14630 York Road, Sparks, Maryland 21152

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Before School
Chess
Computers
Dance
Disinfectant Sprayer
Finger Guards

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Sparks, 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.

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

Additional Programs Offered

Summer Fun

Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!
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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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Everyone from the owner, director, and teachers are great. It is such a great environment for our child. I love the variety of activities they do.

Ellie & Tommy & Catherine's Father

Infant Classroom

Great school. Great staff. Your child will benefit from attending The Goddard School.

Ariana's Father

Preschool Classroom

This school provides an enriched, educational environment that has enabled her to develop her motor skills, reading skills, analytical skills, and language skills. They make learning fun and raise her awareness to other cultures. I love that they cover different artists through seeing the art work but also get to try to apply the techniques themselves. The teachers are also very patient and kind. We are lucky that our kids have had their Goddard experience at this school.

Kai & Ruby's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

We love Goddard! We love the personal attention of the teachers and administrators. Everyone knows our son by name and he feels super comfortable there. I really like the learning activities and that they get plenty of playtime within the structure of the day.

Calvert's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The teachers are really engaged with my child learning and wellbeing.

Landon & Chase's Mother

Preschool Classroom

The structure of the educational program is one that stimulates the children on multiple levels. The administration, the teachers, and the staff are top notch, keeping the child's care and experience at the forefront. This approach provides an enriching environment for the child and a cooperative atmosphere with the parents. We couldn't be happier!

Avery's Father

Preschool Classroom

Amazing environment for my child to learn and play. Staff members who are caring, friendly and very skillful in preparing my child for Kindergarten.

Ryan & Brianna's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

Large variety of programs the children love

Nyla's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Disinfectant Sprayer

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Outdoor Security Cameras

Water Filtration System

Zono

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Chess

Computers

Dance

Handwriting

Learning Technologies

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Rock Wall

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

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

Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School is proud to be recognized for our commitment to quality care and early learning! These accolades reflect our dedication to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for every child.

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

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.

January 2015 - June 2026

MARYLAND EXCELS

LEVEL 5

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.

July 2015 - May 2024

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 2013 - December 2023

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 - January 2016

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