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The Goddard School of Gaithersburg
(Kentlands)

School Address: 900 Wind River Lane
, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
School Phone Number: 301-208-8787 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Welcome to Our School

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

Meet Jill Worley

Meet Jill Worley

Owner
Mrs. Worley received her Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from The University of Maryland. She spent the first portion of her career at Continental Insurance in customer relations, and then as a computer programmer and trainer. After owning and operating the Goddard School located in Frederick for five years, the Worleys opened The Goddard School in Gaithersburg in September of 2007. The Worleys have three grown children, who were very active within the Montgomery County Public School System. Their daughter, Katherine, is the on-site owner of their new sister school in North Bethesda.

  • Our School

    Welcome! We’re committed to your child’s health, safety and education, which is why we provide children with safe and healthy learning environments at our School.

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    Faculty

    Our teachers blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care.

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    Special Programs

    We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests.

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  • Reviews & Recognition

    We greatly value feedback we receive from parents and our communities, and are proud to share these publicly.

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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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We've trusted The Goddard School of Gaithersburg with both of our kids' well being and education and could not have been happier. Information and feedback is timely, the teachers and directors are very proactive and responsive to each child's needs. We've had 4 great years with them so far.
Alexander & Katherina's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
We love the teachers and the warm environment that it has created for our infant. The curriculum is advanced and allows our child to meet and exceed milestones. The school has worked really hard to adjust to make sure the children are safe during Covid.
Amerson's Mother
Toddler Classroom
We've been at the Goddard School for 4 years. It has been a great environment for both of our children. The teacher and administration are amazing and very supportive of the needs of young learners.
Flynn & Lucy's Mother
Preschool Classroom
The curriculum, the high caliber teachers and professionals, and peace of mind knowing my child has access to varied experiences to thrive.
William & Reed's Father
Pre-K Classroom

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

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.

Our programs go beyond academics and help children develop important social-emotional skills like kindness, empathy, responsible decision making and more.  

In our classrooms, creativity and curiosity blossom as children discover the wonder of learning. Through fun learning experiences (F.L.EX.®), your child will develop academic and social-emotional skills that will help them feel ready to take on the world.

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