The Goddard School of
Alexandria - Old Town

School Phone Number: 703-239-7600

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

School Address: 1245 N. Fayette Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Proudly Accredited by:

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School Highlights

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  • Private Kindergarten Private Kindergarten
  • Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
  • Interactive Whiteboard Interactive Whiteboard
  • Handwriting Handwriting
  • Chess Chess
  • Summer Camp Summer Camp
  • Zono Zono
  • Finger Guards Finger Guards
  • Secondary Languages Secondary Languages
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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Alexandria - Old Town, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. In our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, we offer a nationally accredited curriculum and compassionate care for children from six weeks through kindergarten age. Our before- and after-school program provides flexible, dependable care for school-age children and support for their families. We proudly serve families in Old Town, Del Ray, Potomac Yard, Belle Haven, Huntington, and nearby areas. ✨ Open House on February 14th, 10:00AM -12:00PM. Schedule a tour to see our classrooms in action.

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.

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.

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.

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 Akhil

Meet Akhil Owner

Mr. and Ms. Govil are the owners of the esteemed Goddard Schools located in Ashburn and Leesburg. With nearly two decades of experience operating Goddard Schools, they bring extensive expertise to early childhood education. Mr. Govil holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, M.S. in Systems Engineering, and MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School. Ms. Govil holds a B.S. in Chemistry. Throughout her career, Ms. Govil focused on putting customers first across various entrepreneurial ventures, with an emphasis on growth and scale in new markets. Both dedicated significant time to nonprofit organizations, and have been recognized for their commitment to youth leadership and cultural education over the last 30 years. Mr. and Ms. Govil were taught the importance of learning from a young age. Particularly, Ms. Govil's family created opportunities for hundreds of children in India who otherwise lacked access to schooling. They look forward to serving the Alexandria community!
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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.

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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.
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First Steps
12 - 18 m
We support and encourage children to confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas.
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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.
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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.
Get Set
2.5 - 3 yrs
Little ones begin preschool routines and new ways of play, supporting all areas of continuous development.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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School-Age Support
Have an older child? We’ve got space for them! Expert teachers will help with homework in a safe environment, so you don’t have to worry about separate care.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Alexandria - Old Town.

Health and Safety
  • Air Filtration Systems
  • Custom Key Code Entry
  • Disinfectant Sprayer
  • EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
  • Finger Guards
  • Gate Alarm
  • Key Fobs
  • Non-Biometric Security Scanner
  • Outdoor Security Cameras
  • Parking Lot Bollards
  • Supervised Lobby Entry
  • Zono
Food and Nutrition
  • Catering
  • Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
  • Order Food
Enrichment and Environment
  • American Sign Language
  • Basketball Court
  • Chess
  • Child Learning Kitchen
  • Dance
  • Dramatic Arts Space
  • Engineering
  • Handwriting
  • Imagination Playground
  • Indoor Gym
  • Interactive Whiteboard
  • Learning Technologies
  • Music Appreciation
  • Nutrition
  • Physical Fitness
  • Playground(s)
  • Robotics
  • STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
  • Secondary Languages
  • Sports & Fitness
  • Tablets
  • Wonder of Learning®
  • World Cultures
  • Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Alexandria - Old Town.

Upcoming Events

  • June 22
    Summer Camp
    All Day
  • June 24
    Water Day
    10 - 12 AM
  • June 25
    Play Notes
    10 AM - 12 PM
  • June 26
    Pizza Party
    11 AM - 1 PM

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