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The Goddard School of Pittsburgh
(Downtown)

School Address: 301 Fifth Avenue
, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222
School Phone Number: 412-515-1997 , School Hours: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Welcome to Our School

The Goddard School of Pittsburgh (Downtown) is more than a warm and nurturing place. It's more than a great education for your child. It's peace of mind.

Meet Shanna

Meet Shanna

Owner
Being involved with enhancing the lives and education of so many families here at The Goddard School is such an honor and so rewarding. I graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a degree in Communication as well as Elementary Education. I’m a certified Elementary Teacher (K-6) with an Early Childhood Education certificate as well. I’ve spent many years in the classroom teaching as well as in school administration as part of a management team. As the On-Site Owner of The Goddard School located in Downtown Pittsburgh, I am dedicated to providing your children with a quality, loving, hands on, exciting learning environment! I await the opportunity to welcome you and your family to the Goddard family. “The wider the range of possibilities we offer children, the more intense will be their motivations and the richer their experiences.” Loris Malaguzzi
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    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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    Reviews & Recognition

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

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    Summer with Goddard

    Our summer program is all about exciting outdoor adventures, child-led discovery and fun learning experiences!

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    Careers

    Education becomes extraordinary when teachers like you help little learners achieve big goals! If you want to make a difference in the lives of young children in a supportive, engaging environment, apply today!

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Something Fun Is Always Happening at Goddard!

Upcoming Events

  • September 22 Creative Thinking
  • September 25 Language & Literacy
  • September 26 Social & Emotional
  • September 27 Music
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GODDARD LOVE FROM FAMILIES LIKE YOURS

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We love Goddard! The teachers are amazing, the curriculum is perfect and our daughter is so happy there.
Marion's Mother
Toddler Classroom
The staff and management are the best at what they do. Teachers are kind, caring and attentive; and the management is impeccable. The school has been an amazing accelerator for our daughter, who has thrived there.
Alexandra & Jacqueline's Father
Preschool Classroom
We feel so lucky to be a part of the Goddard family! It is clear that the teachers sincerely love my son and my son absolutely loves school. No matter how the morning goes, I know that Ms. Shanna and Ms. Lindsay will greet me with a smile when we arrive at Goddard and that when I pick my son up I will get to spend the drive home hearing about all the fun he had at school that day. Overall, the teachers are amazing and my son is happy! Thanks Goddard!!!
Wade's Mother
Toddler Classroom
Goddard has done a wonderful job navigating unusual times! They have created a space that makes my child feel safe, supported, and loved. It makes me feel good knowing that he is excited to go to school in the morning and full of enthusiasm when we pick him up. They have helped put our minds at ease knowing that they are doing their best to make sure he is cared for and receiving an amazing education that will serve as a great foundation.
Asher's Mother
Preschool Classroom

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

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.

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

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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