The Goddard School of

Kingstowne - Franconia/Springfield

School Phone Number: 571-347-1500

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

School Address: 5508 Franconia Road, Franconia, Virginia 22310

School Highlights

Secondary Languages
American Sign Language
Dramatic Arts Space
Finger Guards
Gate Alarm
Zono
Yoga & Mindfulness
Music Appreciation
Child Learning Kitchen

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Kingstowne - Franconia/Springfield, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. Enrollment is now open at The Goddard School of Kingstowne! Schedule a tour and discover why families from Alexandria, Kingstowne, Springfield, Franconia, and surrounding areas trust our preschool and childcare programs.

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.

Meet Our Teachers

Nurturing from Day One

Infant care that nurtures curiosity, comfort, and connection.

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Meet Taruna Owner

Taruna is the on-site owner of The Goddard School of Kingstowne. After successfully leading The Goddard School of Alexandria West for the past five years, she and her husband are excited to bring their passion for early childhood education to the Kingstowne community with their second Goddard location. With a Master’s Degree in Health Care Management from Marymount University, Taruna is passionate about creating a warm, nurturing environment where children can grow, explore, and thrive. As a parent of two, she understands the importance of trust and consistency in early education. In addition to The Goddard Schools, Taruna also owns SafeSplash Swim School next door, extending her dedication to children’s growth beyond the classroom and into the pool.

Meet The Team

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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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.

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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.

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Kingstowne - Franconia/Springfield.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems
Crash-Rated Fencing
Finger Guards

Gate Alarm
Halo
Outdoor Security Cameras
Parking Lot Bollards
Supervised Lobby Entry
Water Filtration System
Zono

Food and Nutrition

Catering
Flexible Lunch Options

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Child Learning Kitchen
Dramatic Arts Space

Handwriting
Music Appreciation
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Secondary Languages
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

We can't wait for your review! In the meantime, hear from another family about why they love their Goddard village.

"We feel so grateful for The Goddard School^® and its teachers and school leaders! Our child has absolutely loved each day from the very beginning. He has grown so much socially, emotionally and academically. The balance of 1-on-1 and whole group activities is perfect. And we really appreciate all the pictures with lesson summaries so that we can discuss with our son and reinforce at home."