The Goddard School of Gainesville
(Haymarket)

School Address: 7801 Heritage Village Plaza
, Gainesville, Virginia 20155
School Phone Number: 571-222-5576 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Classroom of the Goddard School in Gainesville Virginia
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Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Gainesville (Haymarket) is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day.

Meet Lisa

Meet Lisa

On-Site Owner
We are Lisa and Greg O’Brien, the on-site owners and business managers of The Goddard School located in Gainesville (Haymarket) Virginia.  In 2013, our toddler daughter inspired our recognition of the importance of a safe and nurturing learning environment. Three years later, we opened our doors and have worked hard to deliver that experience for hundreds of children.  We are proud that so many parents have entrusted us with their children’s education and become part of our Goddard School community.  We are still working hard to provide the best educational and care environment to our community, and are excited to be utilizing Goddard’s exclusive curriculum, The Wonder of Learning®, designed to embrace how children learn best - through curiosity! Originally from Virginia Beach, Lisa earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from JMU and a Juris Doctorate from UVA.  Greg grew up outside of Philly and earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Lehigh University.
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    You and your family can now tour our School from the comfort of your home!

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    Summer Fun

    Our summer program is an exciting extension of the school year filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning adventures!

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  • Exclusive Education Program

    Wonder of Learning™ is the most innovative and well-rounded early childhood education program, created by award-winning early childhood development experts.

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  • Private Kindergarten

    Our private kindergarten program focuses on fun learning experiences that will prepare your children for success in first grade and beyond! 

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Something Fun Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events

  • March 17 S.T.E.A.M. Week!
  • March 18 S.T.E.A.M. Week!
  • March 19 S.T.E.A.M. Week!
  • March 19 Walk-in Wednesdays 9:30 AM - 4 PM
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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Your teachers are friendly, personable, and focused on the children’s health, well-being and education. Your COVID mitigation processes made us comfortable in bringing our child back to Goddard. The facilities are fantastic. Well lit, organized, roomy, engaging for the kids. The curriculum is great and has prepared our previous Goddard kid well for school.
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Preschool Classroom
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Find Their Extraordinary

We nurture your child’s unique potential by encouraging their natural curiosity so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world.

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What Teachers Mean to Me

Every member of the Goddard faculty has special, often extraordinary, gifts they share with their students. When a child comes home happy and can't wait to see their teacher the next day, tell us about it. Take this moment to celebrate your child's teachers!

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LEARNING YOUR CHILD LOVES

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We work tirelessly to ensure children thrive in a healthy, safe and warm environment. Within this secure and nurturing environment, children can discover their unique gifts.