The Brinson Family is excited to be the owners of The Goddard School located in Stafford, VA. Prior to joining the Goddard family, Ms. Wendy served in the United States Army for 21 years as a Military Police Officer. After retiring, she knew that she wanted to continue to service in a meaningful way in a career where she could touch lives. When she learned about the Goddard philosophy Ms. Wendy felt an immediate connection. Fostering the love of learning while providing a safe, nurturing environment for children coupled with her background, was a perfect fit. Their family goal is to make each family’s Goddard experience exceptional, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children to become confident learners as they develop. As the on-site owner, Ms. Wendy would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to visit her wonderful school and allow her to introduce you to her warm and professional faculty and tell you about the Goddard’s approach to lifelong learning!

Ms. Trinia is our Director and joined our team in 2025. She brings with her decades of early education experience. She is passionate about developing young minds and supporting a child-led curriculum.

Ms. Ray is our Assistant Director and joined our team in 2024. She has extensive experience in early education spanning several leadership roles. She has a wealth of knowledge in child development and is dedicated to promoting engaging and stimulating interactions.

Ms. Brittany is our Lead Cubs Teacher and joined our team in 2021. She has an extensive background working with children. Her dedication and nurturing spirit creates a loving environment for children to not only learn, but thrive.

Ms. Ki’ah is our Lead Wolves Teacher and joined our team in 2021. She has been involved in The Goddard School since high school and through dedication, has worked her way up to Lead Teacher. She brings creativity into the classroom to make learning engaging and unforgettable.

Ms. Katherine is our Lead Wolves Teacher and joined our team in 2024. She developed a passion for education early in college and has since dedicated her professional career towards it. She enjoys finding innovative ways to engage and challenge her students.

Ms. Madeline is our Assistant Cubs Teacher and joined our team in 2024. Ms. Madeline enjoys reading in her free time. One of her most rewarding aspects of her job is seeing children reach new milestone.

Ms. Rose is our Assistant Toucans Teacher and joined our team in 2018. She has over two decades of experience in childcare. Ms. Rose is dedicated to providing children with a strong foundation and the fundamental building blocks necessary to build a strong future.

Ms. Dorothy is our Lead Toucans Teacher and joined our team in 2022. She has dedicated her professional and educational career to early childhood education. She is a proponent of leading by good examples and creates a warm and inviting classroom that inspires learning.

Ms. Mildred is our Assistant Stallions Teacher and joined our team in 2023. She has over fifteen years of diverse experience. She takes great joy in watching her students grow, celebrating each milestone as they develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

Ms. Briana is our Assistant Tigers Teacher and joined our team in 2025. She believes working with children is one of the most rewarding experiences and is looking forward to learning from her students as much as they are learning from her.

Ms. Jane is our Lead Giraffes Teachers and joined our team in 2023. She is dedicated to guiding and inspiring young minds in new and innovative ways. Witnessing her students' personal and academic growth is the most rewarding aspect of her career as an educator.

Ms. Amanda is our Assistant Pandas Teacher and joined our team in 2024. She developed a passion for early education as soon as she was able to babysit. Smiles and giggles of littles is what she enjoys most!

Ms. Regina is our Lead Tigers Teacher and joined our team in 2023. She learned that working with children is her passion. Her classroom is an extension of her home, providing a nurturing and loving atmosphere where students are inspired to pursue their dreams.

Ms. Tamia is our Assistant Stallions Teacher and joined our team in 2024. She started her childcare journey while taking college courses. She enjoys developing activities that not only nurture fine motor skills, but foster a fun and inclusive learning environment.

Ms. Sani'ah is our Resource Teacher and joined our team in 2024. Ms. Sani'ah enjoys building bonds with children and watching them grow into the person they want to become. She adores younger children and love teaching and caring for them.

Ms. Rhianon is our Assistant Pandas teacher and joined our team in 2024. Her experience spans several settings including swim coach. She is committed to fostering her students' developmental growth, while embracing the idea that learning is a lifelong journey.

Ms. Ah'my-rah is our Resource Teacher and joined our team in 2025. Education has been a part of her life many years and she enjoys creating a nurturing environment.

Ms. Syre' is our Assistant Giraffes Teacher and joined our team in 2024. Her quite demeanor fosters a calm atmosphere that encourages and sustains child-led learning.