The Goddard School of
Portland - Bethany
School Phone Number: 503-617-9040
, School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
School Address: 4086 NW Saltzman Road, Portland, Oregon 97229
School Highlights
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Music Appreciation
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American Sign Language
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Before and After School
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Summer Camp
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Finger Guards
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Crash-Rated Fencing
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Custom Key Code Entry
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Wonder of Learning®
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Degreed Teachers
Where They Start Matters
At The Goddard School of Portland - Bethany, we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. That's why we offer an expert curriculum, experienced teachers and a nurturing environment to provide the best foundation for their growth.
Curriculum
Our education program, Wonder of Learning®, is the most innovative and well-researched on the market. It was created by early childhood development experts to empower children to explore their natural curiosity.
Leading with Curiosity
The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming and Wonder curriculum are designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.
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.
Meet The Team
Classrooms & Programs
From infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, our classrooms are designed specifically with your little one’s needs in mind.
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Infant
6 w - 12 m
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need with opportunities to begin exploring the world around them.
Toddlers
12 - 24 m
As your little one rapidly develops physically and cognitively, our Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered and their budding skills are nurtured.
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Twos
2 - 3 yrs
In the Twos classroom, experienced, caring teachers guide your child through playful exploration, helping navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity.
Preschool
3 - 4 yrs
In our Preschool classroom, your child starts their journey into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting.
Pre-K
4 - 5 yrs
As your child prepares for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities to develop important skills, make new friends and explore the world around them.
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Summer at Goddard
3 - 10 yrs
Summer at Goddard is all about capturing the carefree feeling of the season. Your child will learn, play and grow in a safe, familiar environment with expert teachers guiding them as they explore, make friends and build confidence.
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Before and After School
5 - 10 yrs
Make busy mornings and afternoon commutes a little easier with our before- and after-school program!
Prioritizing Health and Happiness
Explore all the features and programs found at The Goddard School of Portland - Bethany.
Health and Safety
- Crash-Rated Fencing
- Custom Key Code Entry
- Finger Guards
- Gate Alarm
- Outdoor Security Cameras
- Supervised Lobby Entry
Food and Nutrition
- Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks
Enrichment and Environment
- American Sign Language
- Degreed Teachers
- Engineering
- Exploration Room
- Handwriting
- Imagination Playground
- Indoor Gym
- Literacy Nook
- Music Appreciation
- Outdoor Classroom
- Physical Fitness
- Playground(s)
- Secondary Languages
- Tenured Teachers
- Wonder of Learning®
- Yoga & Mindfulness
What Our Goddard Village Is Saying
The school is great for keeping parents feeling like their children are well taken care of, and keeping you updated throughout the whole day. There are fun themes days that switch things up, and to get them excited for. The day has a structured curriculum for different categories of learning and play. My child’s teacher is wonderful! She tells me each morning how excited she is to go see Ms. Lindsey. She loves her school!
My sister's 2 kids went to Goddard in Medina, MN. So her reco to me, plus our positive experience so far, is the reason I'd rank Goddard pretty high as a reco! I love the breadth of activities and curriculum, and our son seems very happy (and worn out, thank you) when we pick him up!
Professionalism, curriculum, activities and special focus on child and family.
Admin and staff are wonderful. I love the mix of child-centric play and activities as well as structured skills that prepare the kids for academic success in elementary school. We feel taken care of and cared for by Goddard Bethany.
Organized, friendly staff. Fun community events. Strong pre-k readiness. Proximity to elementary school is a plus!
We are so glad have chosen Goddard at Bethany for our child. We feel strong support from the school for our child’s care and development. The teachers are awesome, the programs are robust. We also have been able communicate with school very easily. We feel the school has been part of our life style now!
Great teachers, and great environment
The teachers at Goddard are very kind and nurturing to children, and they respond quickly when parents have concerns.
Care You Can Trust
The Goddard School of Portland - Bethany is proud to be recognized for our commitment to quality care and early learning! These accolades reflect our dedication to providing a safe, nurturing and enriching environment for every child.
SECURE EDUCATION CONSULTANTS (SEC)
Secure Education Consultants is a company owned and operated by former US Secret Service Agents designed to help us take our safety and security to the highest level possible. SEC is a group of highly-skilled security and protection experts. The SEC team specializes in analyzing facilities, developing Emergency Preparedness Plans, and preparing faculty and staff to appropriately confront emergencies of all kinds.
January 2020
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January 2022
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2017
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January 2018
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2011
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January 2014
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE PRESIDENT’S CLUB
The Circle of Excellence President’s Club Award recognizes franchisees that meet the highest standards set by Goddard Systems in the areas of health and safety, curriculum, overall quality, punctual reporting and business operations. Eligibility is limited to franchisees that achieved the highest level of excellence, scoring in the top ten percent in each category.
January 2010
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January 2011
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2008
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January 2009
CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE
The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes franchisees for elevating the Goddard School brand, reputation and business performance through outstanding achievements in education and operational delivery. The Circle of Excellence program represents the very best of the system and reflects Goddard’s mission and values.
January 2003
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January 2007
ROOKIE OF THE YEAR
The Rookie of the Year Award recognizes the rookie Goddard School that has met the highest standards in the areas of overall quality, health & safety, curriculum and business operations.
January 2002
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January 2003
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