The Goddard School of Silver Spring is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day! We are dedicated to providing a strong educational program in a loving environment in which all of our students gain confidence and the desire to learn.
Our Cognia and MSDE accredited school is 5-Star rated in the MD EXCELS program! We accept MD CCS and MoCo WPA programs and are an approved 草榴社区 Provider for Maryland's PreK Expansion Grant! We'd love the opportunity to show you our high quality infant through kindergarten programs and introduce you to our highly skilled, passionate teachers. Book a tour through our website or call us!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2015
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
225 acres
Student Body
Total Students
222 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Goddard School In Silver Spring The offer a summer program?
Yes, Goddard School In Silver Spring The offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
When is the application deadline for Goddard School In Silver Spring The?
The application deadline for Goddard School In Silver Spring The is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Goddard School In Silver Spring The located?
Goddard School In Silver Spring The is located in the Downtown Silver Spring neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown Silver Spring.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Goddard School In Silver Spring The is The Nora School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Torah School Of Greater Washington (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Quality Time Learning Center (0.7 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Torah School Of Greater Washington
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
2010 Linden Ln
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-8003
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-8003
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 312 students Avg. class size: 13 students
955 Sligo Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6672
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6672
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Quality Time Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
8101 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-3350
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-3350
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
1640 Kalmia Road NW
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Ashreinu School For Girls Inc.
Montessori School (Jewish)
9466 Georgia Ave, Box 29
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 593-4343
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 593-4343
1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 31 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
955 Sligo Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6672
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6672
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Ashreinu School For Girls Inc.
Montessori School (Jewish)
9466 Georgia Ave, Box 29
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 593-4343
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 593-4343
1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 31 students
Yeshiva Of Greater Washington Girls Division
All-girls (Jewish)
2010 Linden Lane
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-5111
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-5111
1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 155 students
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students
1300 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
1.3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Torah School Of Greater Washington
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
2010 Linden Ln
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-8003
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-8003
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 312 students Avg. class size: 13 students
1640 Kalmia Road NW
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Ashreinu School For Girls Inc.
Montessori School (Jewish)
9466 Georgia Ave, Box 29
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 593-4343
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 593-4343
1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 31 students
Yeshiva Of Greater Washington Girls Division
All-girls (Jewish)
2010 Linden Lane
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-5111
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-5111
1 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 155 students
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Quality Time Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
8101 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-3350
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-3350
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 135 students
1640 Kalmia Road NW
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 47 students
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Daycare / Preschool
9504 Brunett Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 565-2282
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 565-2282
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-K | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Kensington Forest Glen Children
Daycare / Preschool
9805 Dameron Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 593-9641
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 593-9641
1.4 miles
Gr: NS | 20 students Avg. class size: 15 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 89% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5400 Willow Springs School Rd
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 679-6000
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 679-6000
9222.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 818 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
(Math: 73% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13006 Point Pleasant Dr
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 633-6400
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 633-6400
9223.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 922 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
(Math: 82% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5815 Ox Rd
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 503-3700
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 503-3700
9223.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 751 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8850 Cross Chase Circle
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 551-5700
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 551-5700
9223.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 608 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
(Math: 95% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9350 Crosspointe Dr
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 690-5100
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 690-5100
9223.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 799 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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