I’m excited to be opening my fourth school with my family—this one in the heart of Pioneer Square, Seattle. With over 15 years of experience in early childhood education and more than 5 years in leadership, I’m deeply passionate about creating nurturing, inspiring spaces for young learners. I love working alongside my strong, dedicated team and feel grateful for the opportunity to serve the community through high-quality early education. I’m especially excited to bring our Wonder of Learning curriculum to families in Seattle—an approach that sparks curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. When I’m not at school, I enjoy painting and spending time with my family.

Hi, I’m Jo. I’m the Regional Director for five of our Goddard Schools in the Seattle/King County area and an active board member with the Washington Association for the Education of Young Children (WAEYC). I’ve worked in early childhood education for over 10 years and am especially passionate about advocacy and ensuring policies actually support educators, children, and families. In my role with Goddard, I support school directors and leadership teams in building strong programs, staying aligned with licensing and accreditation standards, and creating meaningful experiences for children and families, and developing the systems to support the schools. Outside of work and school, I enjoy spending time with my family & my dog, Lucy, and I love reading and cars!

Hi! My name is Estella Arguello, and I’m so happy to be part of The Goddard School family. With over 12 years of experience in early childhood education and a degree in Early Child Development, I’m passionate about creating a learning environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to grow. After moving from California to Washington, I was drawn to The Goddard School because of its exceptional commitment to high-quality education and whole child development and values that truly go above and beyond the standard. My goal is to ensure that every family feels welcomed, heard, and confident in the care and learning their child receives here. When I’m not at the school, I love spending time with my two sons and making special family memories. I look forward to helping your child and your whole family have a truly amazing experience at The Goddard School!