The Goddard School of
Bel Air
School Phone Number: 410-569-9888
, School Hours: 6:30 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 2017 Emmorton Road, Bel Air, Maryland 21015
Proudly Accredited by:
School Highlights
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Air Filtration Systems
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Custom Key Code Entry
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American Sign Language
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Basketball Court
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Chess
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Interactive Whiteboard
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Imagination Playground
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Child Learning Kitchen
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Yoga & Mindfulness
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Bel Air, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. We aim to provide your child with the Best Educational and Social experience possible, equipping them with a Lifelong Love of Learning! Parents, need time to re-coup after the holiday? Sign up now for our Winter Wonderland Date Night Saturday, Jan. 10th, 4- 9 pm! Dynasty Sports Basketball AND Kids in Motion programs start this month! It’s almost time to celebrate the heart behind every day at School: OUR Goddard teachers! Teacher of the Year Submissions Open Jan. 12th-30, 2026.
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.
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.
The Goddard Difference
Goddard is more than just a preschool. With a proven track record of academic and social excellence, we've earned the trust of countless happy families who have seen their children exceed expectations and step into the world with confidence and compassion.
Leading with Curiosity
The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.
Meet Jillian Preschool
Hello Everyone! My name is Ms. Jillian and I am a teacher in the Preschool Elegant Elephant room. I have been with Goddard since July 2017! I have many years experience working with young children. I am currently attending college and pursuing my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I currently hold my 90 Hour Early Childhood Certificate and my 45 Hour Infant and Toddler Certificate. I love watching the children I teach grow and have fun! The best part of my day is when the children give hugs, smiles and high-fives before they leave for the day!
Meet The Team
Discover Our Classrooms
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.
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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.
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Bridge
2.5 - 3.5 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.
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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.
Additional Programs Offered
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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying
For so many reasons, I love that we selected the Goddard School of Bel Air as our preschool for my 3 sons. From the wonderful daily communication, awesome lessons and projects they completed each day, super fun events for the whole family to attend ... I could not ask for a more warm, loving and educationally enriching place for my boys to be each day!
The owners and staff are great, our daughter has been at the school since 12 weeks old (almost 5 now) and we couldn’t say enough great things about how they have helped shape who she is today.
It's amazing how much growth I've seen in my children, as well as dedication of teachers and staff overall.
When you choose a center to care for your most precious gift in life, you want to feel peace of mind, trust, and true partnership. The Goddard School has consistently gone above and beyond in every way — from their nurturing teachers to the thoughtful curriculum and strong communication. I gave them a ten because they truly treat each child as their own and create an environment where learning, safety, and love come together seamlessly.
I’m extremely satisfied with The Goddard School! The teachers are exceptional, and the curriculum is well-structured. My son has made tremendous progress and learned so much since joining. The staff are dedicated, caring, and create a nurturing environment.
I was nervous sending my child to daycare in 2021 when she was only 6 months old. Front the moment I walked into Goddard in Bel Air, I felt at home. The teachers, staff and owners truly love what they do and care about the children. My now 4 year old is learning so much and I have no doubt she will be ready for Kindergarden next year.
My daughter has learned so much from her time at Goddard. We know we're leaving get in capable hands every day. She loves her teachers and her classmates. They have great communication and wonderful activities for the kids. The owners truly care about the staff and students alike.
My daughter has adjusted better than anticipated, the staff are patient and caring, and the facility is organized and clean.
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.
Health and Safety
- Air Filtration Systems
- Air Purifying System
- Biometric Entry Device
- Custom Key Code Entry
- Disinfectant Sprayer
- EPA-Approved Cleaning Products
- Finger Guards
- Gate Alarm
- Hand Scanner
- Key Fobs
- Non-Biometric Security Scanner
- Outdoor Security Cameras
- Supervised Lobby Entry
Food and Nutrition
- All Organic Foods Served
- Flexible Lunch Options
- Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
- Order Food
Enrichment and Environment
- American Sign Language
- Art History
- Basketball Court
- Chess
- Child Learning Kitchen
- Computers
- Dance
- Degreed Teachers
- Dramatic Arts Space
- Engineering
- Exploration Room
- 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
- Rock Wall
- STEAM Cart/Computer Lab
- Secondary Languages
- Sports & Fitness
- Tablets
- Tenured Teachers
- Wonder of Learning®
- World Cultures
- Yoga & Mindfulness
Preview the Fun
Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.
Upcoming Events
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January 10PARENTS NIGHT OUT!!4 - 9 PM -
January 11Week 2 Question....All Day -
January 12PIZZA AND PJ DAY!All Day -
January 13Korean American Day Celebration!10 AM - 12 PM
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Care You Can Trust
The Goddard School 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.
MARYLAND ACCREDITATION
Maryland Accreditation is a voluntary process of program assessment that examines all aspects of quality in educational environments for young children including curriculum, interactions between teachers and children, health and safety, family engagement and professional preparation and development of faculty.
HEALTH & SAFETY AWARD
The Health & Safety Award honors the top franchisee or franchisees who have gone above and beyond to provide the highest health and safety standards for the children.
HUMANITARIAN AWARD
The Humanitarian Award honors a School that ‘does well by doing good.’ This award is given to the school that has demonstrated selfless devotion to serving those in need and demonstrates a commitment to community outreach. This award recognizes the life-enriching programs the School has participated in and positive contributions the School has made through community outreach endeavors.
COGNIA® ACCREDITED
Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.
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.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
The Quality Assurance Award is presented to the Goddard School with the highest average QA score.
OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
The Outstanding Customer Experience Award is presented annually. It recognizes those that have developed a culture within their Goddard School that ensures members of their management team and faculty provide the highest level of customer service to current and prospective Goddard families.
CHILD CARE SCHOLARSHIP
The Child Care Scholarship (CCS) program assists eligible Maryland families pay for high-quality childcare and early education programs. Child Care Scholarship Central 2, a centralized vendor, manages the program.
MARKET OF EXCELLENCE
The Market of Excellence Award is presented annually and acknowledges a market that has demonstrated the best collaborative effort in representing The Goddard School in their community.
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB
The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.
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.
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.
BEST OF HARFORD COUNTY - HARFORD MAGAZINE
This annual award is chosen by the readers of Harford Magazine. Readers vote for their favorite businesses, attractions and services for families.
MARYLAND STATE CHILD CARE ASSOCIATION
The Maryland State Child Care Association (MSCCA) is the premiere professional association for licensed child care and early learning centers operating in Maryland. Members are committed to providing the highest levels of cognitive, social/emotional, and physical development in safe and secure environments for the children entrusted to their care.
LET'S MOVE! CHILD CARE
Let’s Move! Child Care is a nationwide call-to-action that empowers child care and early education providers to make positive health changes in children that could last a lifetime. It encourages and supports providers making positive changes in their programs to help children develop healthy habits and recognizes providers who meet best practices in five healthy goal areas: nurture healthy eaters, provide healthy beverages, get kids moving, reduce screen time and support breastfeeding.
ECO-HEALTHY CHILD CARE®
As an Eco-Healthy Child Care® endorsed provider we will create and maintain an early childhood learning environment that is healthy and safe by reducing children’s exposure to toxic chemicals. These changes will immediately benefit the health and well-being of the children within our care. Every child deserves a place that is healthy and safe, start creating a healthier child care environment today!
MARYLAND EXCELS
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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