The Goddard School of Chester - River's Bend
Open today 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Description provided by the business.The Goddard School of Chester - River's Bend is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a rock climbing wall, basketball court, and outdoor playground where children can develop their physical skills and enjoy active play. We offer a range of programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and more. Our curriculum is designed to foster a love for learning in a nurturing environment.
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Location Info
13036 Rivers Bend Blvd
Chester, VA 23836
| Monday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Financial Aid
- Subsidies & Vouchers
Languages Spoken
- English
- American Sign Language
Location Details
- Staff are CPR certified.
- Staff are first aid certified.
- Outdoor play space is available.
Programs Offered
Infant Classroom
Toddler Classroom
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Twos Classroom
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Bridge Classroom
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
Children in the Bridge classroom are strengthening their self-care skills, growing in their independence and enhancing the skills they need to be successful in a preschool classroom. The Bridge classroom is a purposeful year of preschool prep designed for children with birthdays later in the year or children who may need more time to strengthen self-care skills or social-emotional development. In this classroom, our Wonder of Learning™ education program supports children's independence as they continue to build skills necessary for handwriting and drawing with increased intentionality, learn foundational math concepts and build strong vocabularies.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Preschool Classroom
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Pre-Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time, Part Time
Calendar
Full Year
Description
As children prepare for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities for them to develop the skills they will need while making friends and exploring the world around them. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps your child learn more about themselves, others and the world around them. Teachers engage in play with students, helping them to develop their social skills and learn more about effective communication. Our Wonder of Learning™ curriculum emphasizes a child-led, teacher-guided approach, encouraging interactive, purposeful learning experiences that allows students to grow their math and literacy skills, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Private Kindergarten
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
School Year
Description
This program follows the guiding philosophy of fun learning while preparing children with essential skills they will need for success in first grade and beyond.
Education Types
- Play-Based
- STEAM
Before & After School Care
Schedules
Before Care, After Care
Calendar
School Year
Description
If you’re looking for safe, reliable before- and after-school care for your school-age children, we have you covered! Our program picks up where your child’s school leaves off. Our engaging teachers will provide fun, hands-on activities that will nurture your child’s growth and development.
Education Types
- Academic-Based
- Play-Based
Summer with Goddard
Schedules
Full Time
Calendar
Summer Only
Description
Summer with Goddard is an exciting 12-week program filled with lots of outdoor play and fun learning experiences. It’s an extension of the school year featuring outdoor adventures and child-led exploration all in a caring environment.
Education Types
- Nature-Based
- Play-Based
Licensing
The Goddard School of Chester - River's Bend is a licensed child care center.
Type
Licensed Child Care Center
Identifier
1105958
Capacity
286
Parent Reviews
This is our first year with The Goddard School. It is such a positive environment for our children. They are happy to go to school each day and have made great progress in their education. The entire faculty is friendly and welcoming. The building is bright, cheerful, and safe. The constantly changing themes and artwork keep things interesting. We will certainly miss Goddard when the twins start kindergarten this fall!
The Goddard School has been nothing but AMAZING for my son - he has learned so much and such a short period of time. I am truly amazed. The teachers are also amazing!
