The Goddard School of

Waldorf

School Phone Number: 301-638-9777

, School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

School Address: 7005 Saint Florian Drive, Waldorf, Maryland 20603

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School Highlights

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Private Kindergarten
Outdoor Security Cameras
Yoga & Mindfulness
American Sign Language
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Disinfectant Sprayer
Summer Camp
World Cultures
Handwriting

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Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Waldorf, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. At The Goddard School® of Waldorf, children thrive in a secure, nurturing environment guided by a research-based curriculum and highly trained teachers who are deeply engaged in each child’s development. Families choose us for our uncompromising safety standards, warm and thoughtfully designed classrooms, and daily communication that strengthens the home–school connection. We deliver the premium early-learning experience parents expect and the developmental outcomes children deserve

Goddard Great Start Scholarship

We believe children deserve the greatest start so they can become the best versions of themselves. The Goddard Great Start Scholarship offers an opportunity for two families, one new and one existing, to receive a full year of tuition! Applications close May 1, 2026.

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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.

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Where Bright Futures Begin

A safe, diverse learning environment where children thrive through nurturing relationships, purposeful play, and meaningful discovery.

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Meet Hasna On-Site Owner

My name is Hasna Belayachi, and I am the Onsite Owner of The Goddard School of Waldorf. With 20+ years in early childhood education and a background in business management, I believe every child deserves a nurturing space to grow. A Goddard leader since 2015, I hold a Bachelor’s in ECE, both Infant and Preschool CDAs, and the highest MSDE Level 4 Director credential. Born in North Africa and fluent in four languages, I bring a global perspective to our learning environment. I am the proud mother of two U.S. military servicemen; raising them with my husband of 25 years is my greatest joy. That same dedication drives my commitment to your children. I love helping students become exactly who they want to be, and my goal is to run a school where excellence is the standard, and every child feels like they belong to a global family

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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.

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.

First Steps

12 - 18 m

We support and encourage children to confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas.

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.

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

5 - 6 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.

Kindergarten

5 - 6 yrs

Hands-on learning and a focus on social-emotional development in our Kindergarten classroom will prepare your child for success in first grade and beyond!

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Waldorf.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems
Disinfectant Sprayer
Finger Guards

Gate Alarm
Hand Scanner
Outdoor Security Cameras
Supervised Lobby Entry

Food and Nutrition

Flexible Lunch Options
Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language
Art History
Chess

Computers
Dance
Digital Cameras
Engineering
Handwriting
Imagination Playground
Indoor Gym
Interactive Whiteboard
Learning Technologies
Literacy Nook
Low Ratios
Microscope(s)
Music Appreciation
Nutrition
Outdoor Classroom
Physical Fitness
Playground(s)
Robotics
STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
Secondary Languages
Sports & Fitness
Tablets
World Cultures
Yoga & Mindfulness

What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

We have been in the Goddard family since 2019 and we absolutely love having a place we feel safe entrusting our children’s care and safety at.

Jackson & James's Mother

Goddard Graduate

The quality of care so far has been excellent. The Goddard School of Waldorf staff has been professional since day one. This is my daughters first time in daycare and her teachers have been amazing. They were very patient and made her feel comfortable so she could be herself. My daughter was adjusted within 3 weeks. The constant communication and daily updates are plus too.

Taylen 's Mother

Twos Classroom

The staff is professional and friendly, and it's been of good educational value to the kids.

Nicole & Patrick's Father

Preschool Classroom

Great staffs

Chimaobi Chukwu & Chinecherem chukwu's Mother

Pre-K Classroom

I am very happy with the care of my child. I feel like I can go to work peacefully and know she is in good hands. And very thankful for the teachers she has. Very welcoming environment!

Isabelle's Mother

Preschool Classroom

I love the staff and teachers — they are all so professional and wonderful with my child. I really appreciate their great communication and how engaging they are with the events and activities they organize for the children.

Melek's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Goddard has helped develop our daughter academically. She's learned so much while in the Pre-K program and is excited about Kindergarten in the fall. The teachers are amazing and truly cares about your child's well-being.

Natalia 's Mother

Kindergarten Classroom

Ms. Ryan, Ms. Collin’s and my son’s teacher Ms Vanessa are great. They are all very attentive to my son Joseph.

Joseph's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms at The Goddard School of Waldorf.

Upcoming Events

April 28

Spanish Class

All Day
April 29

Spanish Class

All Day
April 30

Mandarin Class

All Day
May 4

Mandarin Class

All Day

Care You Can Trust

The Goddard School of Waldorf 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.

BEST OF BUSINESSRATE

This award recognizes the best in the area as evaluated and ranked by BusinessRate.

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE

The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.

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.

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.

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