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In the short time we have been at Goddard we have had an amazing experience. The staff is amazing and the facility is flawless. Everyone has been so welcoming and our son adapted so well to a new environment.
Elias's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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Goddard has been the best thing we could have ever done for our daughter. The teachers are amazing and caring, the office staff is on top of everything. We have seen amazing progress in our daughters education over the last year. Being at Goddard has absolutely given her a head start before she ventures into kindergarten. We are forever grateful for the teachers and staff.
Sophie 's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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We switched to Goddard from another center and I have absolutely no regrets. My daughter is thriving there & asks when/if we’re going to school every morning (even on the weekends). I am so happy to see her learning & growing!!
Nora's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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The teachers and staff truly care about the children. The curriculum is great for inspiring learning and development. Semi-annual parent teacher meetings held parent stay in touch with learning expectations, etc. The Fall and Spring festival are a great event for the kids.
Autumn's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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Everyone is always super friendly, between the staff and the teachers. The teachers are always so kind and helpful. My daughter is always looking forward to school and playing with her friends. The curriculum is outstanding and really allows my daughter to excel in many aspects of her education. The staff/directors at the front desk are very accommodating and attentive. I've recommended several of my friends to have their kids attend and they are extremely happy with their decision as well.
Harper's Mother
Preschool Classroom
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The teachers and office staff are incredibly kind and compassionate. They are understanding and make a point to know your child by name right away. The activities planned each day are engaging and age-appropriate. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to send our daughter to Goddard Forest Hill!
Madilyn & Baby & Baby's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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We looked everywhere for child care we were not only comfortable with but excited about and Goddard has been so wonderful. Our daughter started with Goddard Forest Hill at 7 months old and has flourished. The teachers are incredible and we couldn't be happier with our choice or experience there.
Ella's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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Clean, organized, professional learning environment
Maren's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
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Goddard has exceeded our expectations and has provided us with a safe and educational environment that our children love to be at.
Mason & Cayden & Baby's Father
Toddler Classroom
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We love the education our son receives at The Goddard School Forest Hill. He loves going to school. Socially and educationally he is thriving!
Philip's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
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Very happy with everything at the Goddard school! My only negative would be the cost of monthly tuition. It is very very expensive! I would recommend Goddard more if the tuition was more reasonable.
Chad & Jack's Father
Pre-K Classroom
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My kids are happy when I drop them off, and happy when I pick them up! It means so much as a parent that I don't need to worry about them during the day, and know that they are happy and safe in their leaning environment.
Jackson & Henry's Mother
Infant Classroom
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We have been very happy so far with Goddard. Happy we made the choice to send our daughter. Transition has been easy and everyone has been wonderful
Vera's Mother
Toddler Classroom
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.
August 2023 - August 2030
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.
January 2020 - January 2030
NAEYC ACCREDITED
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredits early childhood programs according to health, safety and education standards. The standards are intended to provide a reliable and accountable accreditation system to encourage the field of early childhood education to strive for a new level of excellence.
December 2022 - December 2027
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.
November 2022 - November 2025
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.
February 2024 - February 2025
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.
November 2015 - October 2023
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE FOR EDUCATION
The Circle of Excellence Award for Education acknowledges Goddard Schools that provide the highest-quality and most consistent educational programs in every classroom. To be considered for the award, each School must earn one of the top two ratings of its state’s licensing program, become accredited by at least one of the four primary accreditors or achieve P21 (Partnership for 21st Century Learning) Exemplar status. Schools that earn this award represent some of the top education programs in our system.
January 2018 - January 2019
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.
January 2015 - January 2018
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.
January 2016 - January 2017
PHILIP SCHUMACHER SCHOLARSHIP
The Philip Schumacher Scholarship was named for the retired President and CEO of Goddard Systems. The scholarship is presented annually to a franchisee who exemplifies managing an outstanding business, commitment to maintaining and improving The Goddard School brand as well as being valued by their community and respected by fellow franchisees for their commitment to quality.
January 2015 - January 2016
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.
January 2015 - January 2016
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.
January 2014 - January 2015
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.
January 2010 - January 2014
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.
January 2009 - January 2010
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.
January 2007 - January 2008