The Goddard School of Deerfield
(Northbrook)

Jane Faynshetyn and Genia Kovelman are the proud owners of The Goddard School® located in Deerfield, Illinois. Jane received her bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Psychology from Bradley University and her master's degree in Education from DePaul University. Prior to Goddard, Jane was an elementary school teacher, owned an Esthetic’s school and worked with a large social welfare non-for-profit organization (where Jane and Genia met!) Jane lives in Highland Park with her husband and two children. Genia holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in History as well as a teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education. Prior to Goddard, Genia spent over 10 years in the non-for-profit industry. She launched and secured funds for a new department on cultural integration, worked with immigrant families on community involvement and organized fundraising events. Genia lives in Deerfield with her husband and three children. Being working mothers and recognizing the need and demand for a high-quality alternative to daycare, they decided to open the Goddard School to offer families the absolute best experience in early childhood education. They are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for your children, healthy and nutritious meals, and a wide variety of enrichment classes!