Preschool mechanicsville va: Preschool & Daycare of The Goddard School of Mechanicsville
About Us | Gingerbread Cottage Preschool
Your Child is in Great Hands
Our History
The classroom friendship of two little boys in elementary school resulted in their mothers’ meeting and starting Gingerbread Cottage Preschool. Anne Long and Shirley Patterson opened Gingerbread Cottage Preschool in September 1977 at the West End Alliance Church in Glen Allen, VA.
In 1986 the school moved from West End Alliance Church to Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Glen Allen, VA, where it remained until 1992. The school then moved to its present location in Laurel Presbyterian Church in Glen Allen, VA.
In 1987 and 1996 the school expanded into two new areas. In 1987, Gingerbread Cottage Preschool opened a new location at Berea Baptist Church in Rockville, VA. In 1996 Gingerbread Cottage Preschool opened another location at Northside Baptist Church in Mechanicsville, VA. In 2005, the Mechanicsville school moved to Gethsemene Church of Christ, and then in 2008 the Mechanicsville school relocated to Shalom Baptist Church where it is presently located.
Throughout the years, the school has truly been blessed. The congregations who have allowed us to rent the facilities of their churches have graciously supported early childhood education. It is the talent, hard work, dedication, and love of our wonderful staff that have made Gingerbread Cottage so successful.
In August, 2007 Anne retired from the day to day business of children. In January, 2011 Shirley lost her long battle with cancer. Anne and Shirley knew that their dream of serving young children and their families surely had come true.
Today Anne and Shirley’s dream and legacy continue as Gingerbread Cottage Preschool moves forward still serving the community since it originated in 1977.
Philosophy
Our curriculum fosters self-esteem, takes the individual needs of each child into consideration, encourages respect for others, and provides a wide range of educational experiences for your child.
Our site directors are knowledgeable about the SOL standards that must be met in the public school system.
With this information in mind, our curriculum is designed to incorporate many pre-SOL skills, which will enable our students to be prepared as they enter kindergarten.
Each week the curriculum is based upon a different educational theme. All classroom activities, including art, stories, music, and finger plays, revolve around this unit of study. Educational speakers, special emphasis days, cultural studies, and holiday parties are also important aspects of our program. Gingerbread Cottage Preschool students receive regular musical instruction. Our music teacher provides the children with a variety of songs, creative movement, and a study of musical instruments.
Gingerbread’s Mission
The primary mission of Gingerbread Cottage Preschool is to provide a loving, engaging and fun atmosphere where each child can reach his/her emotional, social, and academic potential and create a love for lifelong learning.
Health & Safety
Student and staff health and safety is one of our top priorities.
Gingerbread Cottage Preschool students practice healthy habits such as regular handwashing.
We follow the most recent health mitigation strategies provided by the local health department and Virginia Department of Education.
Top 10 Best Mechanicsville, VA Public Preschools (2023)
For the 2023 school year, there are 10 public preschools serving 5,170 students in Mechanicsville, VA. The top ranked public preschools in Mechanicsville, VA are Pole Green Elementary School, Rural Point Elementary School and Pearson’s Corner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school’s combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mechanicsville, VA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Virginia public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 67% statewide average). Pre schools in Mechanicsville have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Mechanicsville, VA Public Preschools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pole Green Elementary School
Math: 91% | Reading: 90%
Rank:
Top 5%
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8393 Pole Green Park Ln
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 365-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
Rural Point Elementary School
Math: 89% | Reading: 87%
Rank:
Top 5%
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7161 Studley Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3580
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
Rank: #33.
Pearson’s Corner Elementary School
Math: 85% | Reading: 88%
Rank:
Top 5%
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8290 New Ashcake Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3660
Grades: PK-5
| 547 students
Rank: #44.
Kersey Creek Elementary School
Math: 85% | Reading: 86%
Rank:
Top 10%
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10004 Learning Lane
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3440
Grades: PK-5
| 677 students
Rank: #55.
Laurel Meadow Elementary School
Math: 80% | Reading: 84%
Rank:
Top 20%
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8248 Lee-davis Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 723-2040
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Rank: #66.
Cool Spring Elementary School
Math: 81% | Reading: 82%
Rank:
Top 20%
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9964 Honey Meadows Rd
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-3560
Grades: PK-5
| 647 students
Rank: #77.
Battlefield Park Elementary School
Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%
Rank:
Top 20%
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5501 Mechanicsville Turnpike
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 723-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 372 students
Rank: #88.
Washington-henry Elementary School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%
Rank:
Top 50%
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9025 Washington Henry Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(804) 723-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 364 students
Rank: #99.
Mechanicsville Elementary School
Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%
Rank:
Top 50%
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7425 Mechanicsville Elem Drive
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 723-3640
Grades: PK-5
| 546 students
Rank: #1010.
Cold Harbor Elementary School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%
Rank:
Top 50%
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6740 Cold Harbor Road
Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 723-3620
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Mechanicsville, VA?
The top ranked public preschools in Mechanicsville, VA include Pole Green Elementary School, Rural Point Elementary School and Pearson’s Corner Elementary School. Mechanicsville has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Virginia.
How many public preschools are located in Mechanicsville, VA?
10 public preschools are located in Mechanicsville, VA.
What is the racial composition of students in Mechanicsville, VA?
Mechanicsville, VA public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Virginia public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).