Child Daycare & PreschoolsAshland, VA

The Goddard School Of Ashland

About

The Goddard School Of Ashland is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 9431 Atlee Commerce Boulevard, Ashland, Virginia VA. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.

What Parents Say

The Goddard School of Ashland receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and attentive staff. Parents consistently report their children have grown socially, emotionally, and academically, with strong communication from teachers and ownership. The facility is described as a welcoming community where children feel safe and excited to attend daily.

Caring and attentive teachers and staffwarm and welcoming atmospherestrong communication with parentsdaily updates and photosindividualized attention to each child's needsteacher stability and longevitystructured curriculum with thoughtful lesson planspreparation for kindergartenbalanced learning and creative playresponsive ownership and directorsnurturing environmentchild development across socialemotionaland academic areas

Recent Reviews

4 months ago

We’ve had an incredibly positive experience at The Goddard School! The teachers and staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely care about each child’s development. From the moment we walk in, we’re welcomed with smiles and a strong sense of community. Our daughter has grown so much—socially, emotionally, and academically—thanks to thoughtful lesson plans and a nurturing environment. The daily updates and photos keep us connected and reassured that she’s happy and learning each day. We’re very thankful to have found a place where our child feels safe, loved, and excited to go every morning. We highly recommend Goddard to any parent seeking a high-quality early education experience!

4 months ago

Goddard is great, that's all there is to it. My 10 month old son absolutely loves it there. My wife and I feel secure knowing he's being taken care of well, and getting the attention and care our son deserves. Eric and Susan own and run the school. One of them always seems to be there looking over everything. They are kind and incredibly welcoming. My son started off in the Storks classroom, and immediately loved his teachers Ms. Katelyn, Ms. Leah, and Ms. Kristen, as well as the others that would teach and visit his classroom. They listen to any specific requests my wife and I make regarding the care of our son, from specific feeding times to applying pediatrician prescribed creams for his eczema. On top of this, they are very informative, and contact us if anything seems off with our child. My son's class moved on to the Firefighters room with Ms. Heather and Ms. Val where he gets more play time and is working on his ability to stand and move around. I attribute a lot of his progress to the play and lessons the staff provide. I'd give the Goddard School of Ashland 6 out of 5 stars if I could. I'm incredibly thankful for them.

5 months ago

Both of my children have been at the Goddard School since they were babies. My eldest just went to kindergarten this fall and is thriving because of all she learned in the Pre-K program. The teachers don’t just feel like family, they truly become part of the family. The owners and directors are great with communication and understanding. You can sense the atmosphere when you walk in and isn’t that what every parent wants when leaving their child in someone else’s care?

7 months ago

My son is in Pre-School at The Goddard School in Ashland and he absolutely loves it! From day one, the teachers and staff worked with every child to make them feel safe, comfortable, and excited to learn. Any time we’ve had a question or concern, the directors and owners have been quick to listen and respond—they are truly amazing people who care deeply about the families here. The teachers are incredibly kind and patient, using such thoughtful and encouraging language with the children. I’ve never once heard yelling—only guidance delivered with love and respect. The atmosphere is warm, nurturing, and full of positive energy. We’ve seen such growth in our son’s confidence, vocabulary, and social skills, and we are so grateful for the care and dedication of the entire team. If you are looking for a place where your child will be loved, supported, and encouraged every day, The Goddard School at Ashland is the perfect choice!

4 months ago

I can’t say enough wonderful things about this school. My son recently just started a few months ago and already he comes home every day talking about the fun activities they did and new things he’s learned. I love how they have a lesson plan weekly and assist in preparing the kids for kindergarten. The teachers are wonderful and my son is always excited to see them in the morning.

Frequently asked questions

The Goddard School Of Ashland is a child daycare & preschools childcare facility located in Ashland, Virginia. The facility has a capacity of 235 children.
To enroll your child at The Goddard School Of Ashland, contact the facility directly to inquire about availability, schedule a tour, and learn about their enrollment process. Be prepared to provide your child's age, any special needs or allergies, and your preferred schedule. Many facilities have waitlists, so it's best to inquire early.
You can verify the licensing status of The Goddard School Of Ashland through Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities in Virginia must meet state standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios.

Contact Information

Address
9431 Atlee Commerce Boulevard, Ashland, Virginia 23005
County
HANOVER

Details

Daycare Type
Child Daycare & Preschools
Capacity
235 children
Status
OPEN
Coordinates
37.69401, -77.4308

Quality Rating

VQB5

Level 5 out of 5

Meets Expectations

This rating is part of the state's Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). Trained evaluators assess staff qualifications, learning environment, curriculum, and family engagement — standards that go beyond basic licensing requirements.

What do the levels mean?

Level 1: Meets basic licensing standards.

Level 2: Exceeds licensing with some quality improvements in place.

Level 3: Demonstrates strong practices in curriculum and staff development.

Level 4: High quality across most assessed areas.

Level 5: Highest quality — excels in all areas of assessment.