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The Goddard School of Portland (Bethany)

The Goddard School is more than a warm and nurturing place. It’s more than a great education for your child. It’s peace of mind.

4086 NW Saltzman Road
Portland, Oregon 97229
503-617-9040 • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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The Goddard School of Portland (Bethany)

Meet Cindy

Meet Cindy

Owner
Before parenthood, I was involved in advertising and marketing. As my quest for quality childcare became nearly impossible for my two children, I committed myself to creating my own school in 1997. After four years of site searching and development, The Goddard School in Portland opened with 116 students on the roster in October, 2001. Now, my children are adults but I have my community to serve for many more years.

  • Our School

    Welcome! We’re committed to your child’s health, safety and education, which is why we provide children with safe and healthy learning environments at our School.

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  • Faculty

    Our teachers blend the highest standards in early childhood education and development with nurturing care.

    Meet Our Teachers

  • Special Programs

    We enhance our play-based curriculum with a range of enrichment programs designed to fit your child’s interests. 

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  • Reviews & Recognition

    We greatly value feedback we receive from parents and our communities, and are proud to share these publicly.

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Something Fun
Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events
  • September 28 All about me 8 AM - 5 PM
  • September 29 All about me 8 AM - 5 PM
  • September 30 All about me 8 AM - 5 PM
  • October 1 Community Helpers 8 AM - 5 PM
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GODDARD LOVE FROM
FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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I love the array of activities, comprehensive academics, use of social opportunities, and friendly staff.
Isabelle's Mother
Pre-K Classroom
Very friendly staff, my kids (3 and 8 yo) felt immediately accepted and very comfortable. Classroom staff are very good at taking our concerns/inputs and providing verbal feedback on a regular basis. Front desk staff is very friendly, warm and welcoming! Overall I think they made our transition to the new school very easy. Kids wake up and want to go to Goddard
Gunit & Divit's Mother
Preschool Classroom
Everything. The administration. The teachers. The curriculum. The facilities. The parents and students. There is little to no room for improvement in all areas.
Kai's Mother
Toddler Classroom
We love the fabulous teachers and staff, and the great extents they go to to makebsure Lara has a happy, learning experience at school!
Lara's Mother
Infant Classroom
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It's Their Time to Thrive!

This year is your child’s time to thrive! Find out how The Goddard School sets your child up for success, so they’re prepared to confidently take on the world around them. 

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What Teachers Mean to Me

Every member of the Goddard faculty has special, often extraordinary, gifts they share with their students.  When a child comes home happy and can’t wait to see their teacher the next day, tell us about it. Take this moment to celebrate your child’s teachers!  

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LEARNING YOUR CHILD LOVES

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We work tirelessly to ensure children thrive in a healthy, safe and warm environment. Within this secure and nurturing environment, children can discover their unique gifts.

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Our programs go beyond academics and help children develop important social-emotional skills like kindness, empathy, responsible decision making and more.  

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The F.L.EX.® Learning framework is designed to provide a well-rounded learning experience in a safe, nurturing environment to help prepare children for school, careers and life. 

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