Our Teachers

Brandon and Kendra are the owners of the Goddard School in the Richmond (Regency) area. They have 4 children who have all only attended the Goddard School until they were school aged. They both were so impressed on how well the Goddard school prepared their children, they decided to open a school to give other children and parents this same wonderful experience. Kendra being the onsite owner, is committed to providing the best experience to the families and she hopes that you feel the passion and love that she has for children.

Meet Molly, our incredible Early Childhood Education expert! With a vibrant career that kicked off after her college graduation in 1999, she has a wealth of experience in Early Intervention and Special Education. Molly holds a Bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology, which adds an extra layer of expertise to her amazing work! She lives in Glen Allen with her husband of 20 fantastic years and their son Avery, who’s set to graduate this spring—what an exciting milestone! When she’s not inspiring little learners, you can find Molly cheering on Avery at the bowling alley, making family memories that last a lifetime. Molly’s vision is all about creating a warm and welcoming community where children, parents, and faculty come together. She believes in nurturing a love for learning in every child. With her passion and dedication, she’s on a mission to make education not just a process, but a joyous adventure! "

Diana comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and experience. She has a dual bachelor's degree in early childhood and Elementary Education. In addition, Diana has worked in childcare for over 18 years, teaching all ages and leading several large teams. Prior to her work in ECE, she owned and operated martial art schools in both Maryland and Virginia for 20 years. Diana currently lives in Henrico with her daughter. Together they enjoy bowling and traveling with friends.

Sherry Forbes began her journey with Goddard, August, 2024. She is results-driven and a highly dedicated professional with extensive experience in education and social work. She has a proven track record of developing and implementing strategic initiatives to drive community involvement, enhance educational programs, and foster meaningful partnerships. Sherry loves children and watching them reach milestones. She brings a proven expertise in assessing needs, and effectively mobilizing resources to achieve organizational objectives. She believes in promoting trusting relationships, advocating for educators, children and families. Sherry has earned her Masters and Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. She believes education is the foundation of knowledge and is currently pursing her MBA in Management and Leadership. Sherry enjoys traveling, spending time with her family here & NC, SC; as well as date night with her husband. Sherry is excited about her journey with Goddard.

Connie has been an Early Childhood Center Director for over 30 years. She has served on the ECE Advisory Board for John Tyler Community College. She has a love for Goddard and what it represents. She has managed both nonprofit and for-profit centers. Her favorite things about ECE are watching the children grow and experience new things. She enjoys seeing the light bulb above their heads grow brighter and brighter as they gain more knowledge. Her main goal with children is to encourage them to have fun while they are learnings.

My name is JaVonne. I am so excited to be teaching here at the Goddard School. I have been teaching for over 20 years and have taught multiple age groups from infants all the way to 6th grade. My goal here at the school is to make a positive impact on both the Parents and Children. I want to help each child achieve all their age appropriate developmental milestones.

I was born and raised in Northern, VA. I recently moved to Richmond to finish pursuing my degree. I have been working in childcare for almost three years and I’ve loved every minute of it. I believe that I learn from children just as much as they learn from me. Watching them learn and grow is one of the best things about my job. When I am not hard at work I love to draw, especially interior spaces. It is a very peaceful activity for me. I am also a lover of all things food, it might be the easiest way to make me happy. I am so excited to be teaching here at The Goddard School and I can’t wait to see what the year brings!

Ms. Isha has been in the Early Childhood Field for over 20 years. She began as an afterschool teacher when she was in high school. She has completed several courses in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing her CDA. She absolutely loves all the children in her classroom. When she is not at the School, she is spending time with her son. She is a football mom and enjoys trying new restaurants and spending time with family.

Ms. Mia is a native of Northern New York. She is lived here in Virginia with her family for over 18 years. She currently holds a bachelors in Communication and has 15 years of experience in Early Childhood Education. In perspire time, she enjoys journaling, listening to music, and spending time with her family. Ms. Mia enjoys watching the children grow and learn through discovery. She can't wait to spend quality time with your children.

Hello my name is Morgan. Previously I have experience working with infants in a child care setting. My favorite aspect of working with children is watching them grow and learn new skills! I am a true believe in learning through play. I also love to see each child's unique personality shine through. My goal is to be able to go home at the end of each day knowing that I made an impact on your child's life.

Hello my name is Marquaisha. I’m born and raised in Richmond VA. I have attended Ashford University and on the path of continuing my education. Im a caring person with over 3 years of experience with little learners. I am a proud plant mom of 12 amazing plants at home. In my free time, I enjoy painting, photography, having brunch and spending my funds at Target while getting a caramel macchiato with extra caramel from Starbucks. I’m happy to see our little humans grow and to be apart of the Goddard School

My name is Shelby. I attended J Sargent Reynolds and received an Associates degree in Teacher Preparation and deaf studies. I am currently working on a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. My last year of Community College, I did a 40 hour practicum in a first grade classroom. In 2011 and 2012 while in High School. I worked at a daycare and made lesson plans for 2-3 year olds and well as 4-5 year olds. My favorite aspect of working with children is making sure the children are meeting developmental needs while having fun!

My name is Katy. I am happily married and a Mother to one daughter. I have been working in Child Care with all age groups for over 18 years. One fun fact about me are that I am fluent in American Sign Language. When I am not here, I enjoy going to Silent Dinners, spending time with my family, and reading suspense books. I am excited to be apart of the Goddard School family .

Meet Courtney.... Ms. Courtney is currently focused on her Master's in Counselor Education with a minor in Couples and Family Counseling. She has completed an Associate's in Social Sciences and a Bachelor's in Psychology. She has worked with children ever since she was 11 as a volunteer and then worked in Early Education for over 4 years. She loves to see their personalities and how they reach their different stages of development. Her goal is to create a positive environment for each and every child so they feel loved and appreciated everyday.