The Goddard School of Eldersburg
The Goddard School of Eldersburg, 6300 Goddard Park Dr, Eldersburg, MD 21784
About
The Goddard School of Eldersburg offers activities such as Summer Camp, sports and fitness, dance, music appreciation, engineering, robotics, handwriting, and yoga and mindfulness. Children use learning tools including an interactive whiteboard, tablets, a STEAM cart/computer lab, Kodo Kids materials, and other learning technologies, and they have access to playgrounds and a basketball court. The program also offers world cultures, secondary languages, nutrition, a School-Age Support Program, after school transportation, Dynasty Sports- Kids in Motion, Webby Dance, and special events such as Pizza Lunch.
• Ages: 0–10 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
The Goddard School of Eldersburg includes programs for infants and toddlers through pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, with specific classrooms for infants (6 weeks–12 months), toddlers (12–24 months), twos (2–3 years), bridge (2.5–3.5 years), preschool (3–4 years), and pre-K (4–5 years). The school offers flexible lunch options, fresh fruit and vegetable snacks, and the ability to order food. Security and safety-related features at the school include custom key code entry, key fobs, outdoor security cameras, a non-biometric security scanner, gate alarm, finger guards, supervised lobby entry, parking lot bollards, digital cameras, EPA-approved cleaning products, and an outdoor gated entrance as referenced in a parent testimonial.
The Wonder of Learning® education program is used at The Goddard School of Eldersburg, and the school employs degreed and tenured teachers. The school is nationally accredited by Cognia® and is Cognia® Accredited with Merit. It has also received the Circle of Excellence Award for June 2026–June 2027.
Dave and Jen Collins are the on-site owners of The Goddard School of Eldersburg. Mr. Dave’s background includes teaching elementary school, training with Sylvan Learning Center, supporting Goddard Schools nationwide, and owning The Goddard School of Edgewater. Ms. Jen holds a Master’s in Elementary Education and has spent nearly 20 years teaching fifth grade.
The school’s mission states that The Goddard School of Eldersburg believes that the start of a child's journey matters and welcomes children to a place where they can feel safe, healthy, and curious. The mission also states that children can explore, play, and grow at their own pace, that families of all kinds are welcomed and supported, and that every child is to be celebrated and every family valued from the first connection.
Parent testimonials describe the staff as amazing, warm at drop off, and truly caring about the children, including assistant teachers, seasonal staff, teachers, and main office staff. Parents note that the entrance is gated, the place is always clean, and that communication, teachers, leadership, and the facility are strong. Several parents state that their children have had great experiences over several years, that they feel their children are safe and getting the best education possible, and that they are grateful to have found The Goddard School of Eldersburg.
Last updated August 1, 2026.
• Ages: 0–10 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
The Goddard School of Eldersburg includes programs for infants and toddlers through pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, with specific classrooms for infants (6 weeks–12 months), toddlers (12–24 months), twos (2–3 years), bridge (2.5–3.5 years), preschool (3–4 years), and pre-K (4–5 years). The school offers flexible lunch options, fresh fruit and vegetable snacks, and the ability to order food. Security and safety-related features at the school include custom key code entry, key fobs, outdoor security cameras, a non-biometric security scanner, gate alarm, finger guards, supervised lobby entry, parking lot bollards, digital cameras, EPA-approved cleaning products, and an outdoor gated entrance as referenced in a parent testimonial.
The Wonder of Learning® education program is used at The Goddard School of Eldersburg, and the school employs degreed and tenured teachers. The school is nationally accredited by Cognia® and is Cognia® Accredited with Merit. It has also received the Circle of Excellence Award for June 2026–June 2027.
Dave and Jen Collins are the on-site owners of The Goddard School of Eldersburg. Mr. Dave’s background includes teaching elementary school, training with Sylvan Learning Center, supporting Goddard Schools nationwide, and owning The Goddard School of Edgewater. Ms. Jen holds a Master’s in Elementary Education and has spent nearly 20 years teaching fifth grade.
The school’s mission states that The Goddard School of Eldersburg believes that the start of a child's journey matters and welcomes children to a place where they can feel safe, healthy, and curious. The mission also states that children can explore, play, and grow at their own pace, that families of all kinds are welcomed and supported, and that every child is to be celebrated and every family valued from the first connection.
Parent testimonials describe the staff as amazing, warm at drop off, and truly caring about the children, including assistant teachers, seasonal staff, teachers, and main office staff. Parents note that the entrance is gated, the place is always clean, and that communication, teachers, leadership, and the facility are strong. Several parents state that their children have had great experiences over several years, that they feel their children are safe and getting the best education possible, and that they are grateful to have found The Goddard School of Eldersburg.
Last updated August 1, 2026.
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