The Goddard School of

Urbana

240-699-0006
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
3825 Carriage Hill Drive, Urbana, Maryland 21704

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
State Pre-K Program
Interactive Whiteboard
Air Purifying System
American Sign Language
Art History
Basketball Court
Before School
Finger Guards

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Urbana, 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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Meet John Owner Operator

My name is John Pelicano. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing from the University of Maryland. I also hold my Early Childhood Education 45 and 90 hour certifications through additional Early Childhood Education college coursework. I am First Aid and CPR Certified Infant-Adult and trained in Disaster preparedness. We are so thankful for all of the families who place their trust in the Goddard School Urbana every day, playing a part in the future of their children.

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.

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

Before and After School

Make busy mornings and afternoon commutes a little easier with our before- and after-school program!
Summer Camp

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

The Goddard School in Urbana, MD was the best decision we have ever made for our family. All 3 of our kids will eventually graduate from there with each having their own unique and wonderful experience. The staff there is fabulous and you always feel like family. More importantly, we have seen first hand how the Goddard School prepares children for the future as they head to elementary school.

Bradley & Gavin & Remi 's Father

Junior-K Classroom

Love the school, curriculum and the teachers!

Liam's Mother

Preschool Classroom

A caring, fun atmosphere. Wonderful teachers and owners.

Cristian's Father

Summer Program

wonderful teachers, supportive and professional administration. Great activities and overall experience and environment!

Helena's Mother

Summer Program

Professional folks who really strive to support their families.

Vivian's Father

Before/After School Program

We had a fantastic experience with Goddard Urbana! Everyone is extremely welcoming and the environment is so comfortable. We were confident our daughter was cared for during the school day, as well as introduced to new learning concepts and taught how to interact with her peers.

Camden & Isla 's Mother

Junior-K Classroom

Great curriculum from infants to school age, great teachers, and wonderful care!

Piper & Pippa's Mother

Preschool Classroom

Teachers are amazing...love the curriculum and the connection between the staff and the parents...so important to feel and know it’s a trusting environment.

Ellyas & Madina & Aayan & Deen's Mother

Junior-K Classroom

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

Halo

Non-Biometric Security Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Water Filtration System

Zono

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Basketball Court

Chess

Dance

Engineering

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Kodo Kids

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

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

December 5

Universal Pre-K

All Day
December 8

Universal Pre-K

All Day
December 9

Universal Pre-K

All Day
December 10

Universal Pre-K

All Day

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.

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.

May 2025

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

LEVEL 1

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.

December 2022 - December 2026

BEST OF THE BEST - FREDERICK NEWS-POST

This award recognizes the best in the Frederick community as voted by the readers of Frederick News-Post.

January 2020

NATIONAL GODDARD SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Our Goddard School is proud to have a Goddard School Teacher of the Year! Each year, Goddard Systems recognizes outstanding Goddard School teachers for their excellence in early childhood education.

January 2018 - January 2019

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