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October 2023 by Courtney
I did extensive research on many schools in the area. I wanted a very particular school that I knew I could feel comfortable having my child attend, knowing they were not only teaching her the best curriculum but that she was safe. And the Goddard school of Woodbridge has surpassed my expectations! Truly, I could not recommend them enough. The director, Miss Christine, Pre-k teachers Ms. Aricelli and Ms. Jane, and the kindergarten teachers Ms. Niamh and Ms. Madina, are such blessings to our family! I they recommend attending this school!
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April 2023 by BeBo H.
Found the best fit for my daughter Harleen. This school brought out the best of her! Friendly and very understanding teachers and stuffs!
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March 2021 by Jason Zodda
Our youngest daughter spent two years at this Goddard school and is now excelling in Kindergarten. The teachers, administrative staff, and atmosphere are all first class. There are other schools in the area, but non can compare to the child-specific curriculum that this Goddard school uses. We look forward to sending our youngest to this school. I always like to leave a balanced review, not just focusing on the positives or negatives. However, I cannot think of one negative about this Goddard school. Visit the school and you will see for yourself.
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March 2021 by Berenice Marin
Best school in the area and one the best ones we have sent our kids two! Hands down highly recommended. Our two kids, 2 yr and 4 yr were there almost a year and the grow so much as individuals. They are great in communication, education and allow our kids to continue practicing Spanish in the classroom. We unfortunately relocated to Another state and it will be hard to find such a well rounded school and program! Thank you to the director and teachers!
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March 2021 by Brianna Burke
We enrolled our children at Goddard in Woodbridge off Minniville road after a terrible experience with another preschool in the area. The owner and director at Goddard Woodbridge are responsive, professional and truly care about their programs and the children’s well-being. The teachers are friendly, educated and fun. I highly recommend this school.
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March 2021 by Kamille Smith
My son started attending The Goddard school at 6 weeks old and continued through preschool. This is a really good school, not only do they take care of your child's physical and emotional well-being, but they also are heavy on education. Goddard is a teaching school. They teach your child all the fundamentals to prepare them for Elementary School. My son is excelling in Elementary School, so much, that he was placed in a gifted program. I do believe Goddard's education principles had a lot to do with it. I highly recommend Goddard. They truly love working with your kids and making sure they are prepared for the next level.
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February 2021 by Samantha Henry
We’ve been enrolled in this school for over two years so far. Our first born knew colors, shapes, and most of her letters and numbers around age 18 months. The staff is so caring. Highly recommend!
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March 2020 by Cinzzia Obando
My son attends the Preschool 1 class at Goddard and he loves it. His teachers Mrs. Araceli (lead teacher) and Ms. Jasmine (assistant teacher) are amazing, they provide a structured, fun, safe and nurturing environment where are happy and safe. They are so patient and kind with the kids and as a mom that means a lot to me. When my son first started school, he only spoke Spanish as we wanted him to learn it first but within a few months at school he is now fully bilingual and speaks both Spanish and English perfectly. In addition to the school having wonderful teachers, the Director (Ms. Catherine) and Assistant Director (Ms. Nay) are also wonderful and super response to whatever the kids/parents need. Great school all around!
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March 2020 by Anné Rothermel
My kids are so happy here! We have been at the Goddard for 6 years and it's been a great experience. This is a friendly, loving and safe environment. I highly recommend them!
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March 2019 by Amanda Walter
We sent our son here for almost two years, and couldn’t be happier with our choice to do so. It was definitely an enriching environment with all sorts of planned activities. The staff and teachers would keep us updated throughout the day, and we were comforted knowing our son was in good hands. Catherine is an amazing director, and accommodated our changing schedule. Our departure was very bittersweet; we were excited about moving to a new town, but we were sad about leaving our Goddard family. We can’t thank them enough for being so wonderful.
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March 2019 by LaShana Calloway
I put my son on the wait list for this school last August when I moved up here. I had heard a lot of good things about them so I decided to give them a try. When I paid my wait list deposit I was told that 1) there were no refunds (this should have made me suspicious) but after doing a bit of research (he's my only child) I realized this wasn't uncommon and 2) that a shot would be available for him around Thanksgiving or Christmas at the latest. I asked if they'd call me and the assistant director I spoke with told me they would but that I could feel free to call them if I wanted an update. Well I couldn't stand the daycare I had to go with in the meantime so I called around October to see if there were any updates for Woodbridge or lake ridge since I'd been told he could be transferred. I spoke with the Director at that point and she said she apologized for the misunderstanding but the earliest spot wouldn't be available until late December/early January. I asked if I should expect a call around then and was told again that I should. Skip forward to December and I called them back since I hadn't heard back and was told that I had been misinformed again but the earliest I could expect my son to get off the list would be January but since his birthday was in March it'd make more sense to wait until then and they'd place him in the next class up. I understood the logic behind that decision, despite not appreciating the fact that no one had reached out to me, not to mention I liked the new school I'd found a lot so I just said ok and figured I'd wait until March to hear from them and I would decide at that point if I still wanted to enroll him. Well it's officially June and I never received a call, email, letter or any form of communication. Essentially they just took my money and played kick the can with getting my child off the list for 6 months. So this review is from the perspective of a former prospective parent who wants to save others a few hundred dollars for a bs wait-list. Get a signed and notarized letter stating when you can expect your child to be off the list and what the protocol is if this doesn't work out as planned. Otherwise I would just save my money and go elsewhere. As I've found, there are other good and reasonably priced schools in the area.
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May 2018 by Jannis Bridges-Hanslovan
My daughter has been going here since August and we love it!!! I decided to put her in to prepare her for kindergarten. I definitely feel she’s going to be ahead of the game once she starts in the fall. Their lead teacher did a wonderful job helping my little with her sight words and math. Taking the time for one on one when needed. I love that all the staff knows her name and makes her feel special. We’re going to miss coming here but our time is up and I’m very confident that we will do well in the future!!!!
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May 2018 by Caitlin Boehm
I love them! The staff is so friendly and caring. My son looks forward to seeing them every weekday, and I love getting photos of him during the day! They have made this first time mom much less stressed about being away from her boy during the day!
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March 2018 by Tessa Ayala
My daughter has been going to the Goddard School for about a year now. We are so thrilled with how warm all the teachers are to her. She was only two years when she started at any type of school at all. I can't say enough good things about the whole Goddard curriculum. They make my now 3.5 year old feel so loved and cared for each and every day. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the true professionalism and care you provide. I would recommend this school to anyone I know. A special thank you to, Ms. Delia and Ms. Zulma you are truly in the right profession and it shows! Thank you Goddard!
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March 2018 by Tiffany W.
My daughter has been going to the Goddard school since March and it has been one of the best decisions I've made for her!I stayed home with my daughter until she was 2 1/2 years old. She is my only child, my pride and joy, my baby. You can imagine how hard it was for me and my husband to find a place that met our standard of care.We visited creme de la creme, chesterbrook academy, and then this goddard location. Immediately I noticed the difference when Catherine and Miss Nay greeted me. The center is ALWAYS immaculate, cheery, bright, friendly, warm, and conducive to learning while having fun.I met Miss Acaceli and Miss Jasmine and just knew by observing their confidence and nurturing demeanors that my daughter would be in good hands.Being able to do the "goddard experience" really put me at ease as I had the chance to spend the entire first day with my daughter. No matter has been to small for me to ask about or call about, they encourage communication with the tadpole app, and always are so positive and gentle with my daughter. She is also learning so much, talking more, potty training became so easy once she enrolled, and has made great little friends.I will continue to Drive from our new home in Stafford up to Woodbridge Donny daughter can remain at this Goddard School location. :-)
