The Goddard School of

Pittsburgh
(Upper Saint Clair)

412-564-3600
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
655 Painters Run Road, Mt Lebanon, Pennsylvania 15228

Proudly Accredited by:

School Highlights

After School
After School Transportation
Air Filtration Systems
American Sign Language
Antimicrobial Treatments
Art History
Before School
Before School Transportation
Biometric Entry Device

Where They Start Matters

At The Goddard School of Pittsburgh (Upper Saint Clair), we believe that the start of your child's journey matters. The Goddard School of Pittsburgh (Upper Saint Clair) offers a safe, nurturing environment where learning and fun go hand in hand! With top-tier health & safety standards, PA Department of Education licensing and Cognia accreditation, and a fully accredited Kindergarten, your child will thrive through our Wonder of Learning inquiry-based curriculum. 📞 Contact us today or Book a Tour (top right) to start your family’s journey with us!

The Goddard Difference

Goddard is more than just a preschool. With a proven track record of academic and social excellence, we've earned the trust of countless happy families who have seen their children exceed expectations and step into the world with confidence and compassion.

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.

Expert, Caring Teachers

Our extraordinary educators shape your child’s experience, creating a fun and engaging learning environment with personalized lesson plans focused on whole-child development.

Leading with Curiosity

The Goddard School’s high-quality educational programming is designed to ignite curiosity and fuel a lifelong love of learning.

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Meet Bob and Lori Owner

We are the proud owners of The Goddard School located in Upper Saint Clair. Our school was inspired by our 3 amazing children, Jake, Tyler and Madison, and we reside in Peters Township. We appreciate the importance of providing a solid foundation for young children and believe taking care of children's hearts, bodies and minds gives us the opportunity to make a difference in their future and the future of all of those who are touched by them. This, together with helping families find balance in their lives, has inspired us to offer the BEST early childhood education program available. Lori’s Background: • Slippery Rock University - Bachelor of Arts in Communications Bob’s Background: • General Motors Institute - Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering • Purdue University - Masters Degree in Business Administration

Meet The Team

Discover Our Classrooms

From infants and toddlers to pre-K, kindergarten and beyond, our classrooms are designed specifically with your little one’s needs in mind.

Infant

6 w - 12 m

Relationships are no. 1 for 1 and under. We foster trust and help your little ones investigate the world around them.

Toddlers

12 - 24 m

Our teachers support your child as they continue to develop their independent selves.

Twos

2 - 3 yrs

We practice expressive language to help your child in all areas of their development, especially the big emotions that come with the territory.

Bridge

2.5 - 3.5 yrs

We support all areas of continuous development, setting your child up for success in and out of the classroom.

Preschool

3 - 4 yrs

We help your child experiment with writing, drawing and painting with a purpose.

Pre-K

4 - 5 yrs

Your child will be kindergarten ready without worksheets!

Additional Programs Offered

Private Kindergarten

Our private kindergarten program focuses on fun learning experiences that will prepare your children for success in first grade and beyond!

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What Our Goddard Village Is Saying

Absolutely love this place. The staff and teachers are extremely friendly and professional. The material is engaging and always changing. My kids learn and have a great time.

Noelle & Leo's Father

Preschool Classroom

The directors are so friendly and helpful. They know my daughter so well and are aware of all of her little quirks and needs. The teachers so far have been excellent. Miss Jessica does the cutest lessons with the babies. I’ll never forget when my 14 month came home and told me what the letter of the week was. I’m so impressed with this daycare!

Nora & Baby's Mother

Toddler Classroom

We love the care our son receives at Goddard. The teachers are excellent and he is learning so much!

Colin & Baby's Mother

Toddler Classroom

Very professional and also very welcoming. My son comes home so happy daily. The curriculum seems to be above anything I have ever seen. Everyone at Goddard School does a wonderful job.

Harrison's Father

Pre-K Classroom

Prioritizing Health and Happiness

Explore all the features and programs found at our local School.

Health and Safety

Air Filtration Systems

Antimicrobial Treatments

Biometric Entry Device

Crash-Rated Fencing

Custom Key Code Entry

Disinfectant Sprayer

EPA-Approved Cleaning Products

Finger Guards

Gate Alarm

Hand Scanner

Non-Biometric Security Scanner

Outdoor Security Cameras

Food and Nutrition

Fresh Fruit/Veggie Snacks

Enrichment and Environment

American Sign Language

Art History

Chess

Child Learning Kitchen

Computers

Dance

Digital Cameras

Dramatic Arts Space

Engineering

Handwriting

Interactive Whiteboard

Learning Technologies

Literacy Nook

Microscope(s)

Music Appreciation

Nutrition

Outdoor Classroom

Physical Fitness

Playground(s)

Robotics

Rock Wall

STEAM Cart/Computer Lab

Secondary Languages

Sports & Fitness

Tablets

World Cultures

Yoga & Mindfulness

Preview the Fun

Get a snapshot of what happens in our classrooms.

Upcoming Events

July 30

Water Wednesday!

9 AM - 12 PM
July 31

Summer of Disney - Disney Day!
August 1

Pittsburgh Puppet Works

10 - 11 AM
August 5

End of Summer PTO Picnic

6 - 8 PM

Awarding Excellence

Our School has been recognized for delivering extraordinary educational experiences and outstanding service to our families.

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 2025 - December 2026

COGNIA® ACCREDITED

Cognia (cognia.org) is a global organization with a holistic approach to continuous improvement of education through accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning and customized improvement services.

January 2025 - January 2030

PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

The PA DOE considers the education of its children to be among the highest priorities of state government and has dedicated many resources toward that end. Educators who are PA DOE certified prepare for their responsibilities in the schools of the Commonwealth through the completion of a State Approved Teacher Education program (includes student teaching or field experience), The Pre Service Academic Performance Assessment (PAPA) in Reading, Writing and Mathematics, and completing application materials documenting that all certification requirements have been met.

January 2020 - January 2021

CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION

The Congress of the United States recognizes the owners of this Goddard School for the significant contributions they have made to their local communities.

November 2015 - December 2016

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Pittsburgh (Upper Saint Clair)

412-564-3600
• Open Monday-Friday
7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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