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Goddard School, The

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

18177 Van Buren Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92508

Visit website ↗(951) 542-2900Directions ↗Licensed for 144
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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
3
Complaint visits
3
Last visit
8/20/2025
Total visits
9

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

The Goddard School of Riverside is a full-service early childhood education center serving infants through pre-K and kindergarten. The school emphasizes the Wonder of Learning® curriculum designed to foster curiosity and whole-child development.

Philosophy
We believe that where children start matters. We nurture your child's unique potential by encouraging their natural curiosity so they're prepared to confidently take on the world through hands-on learning and personalized lesson plans focused on whole-child development.
Ages served
Infants (6 weeks - 12 months), Toddlers (12 - 24 months), Pre-K, Kindergarten and beyond
Hours
7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Outdoor
Yes, playground available

Programs

  • •Wonder of Learning® curriculum
  • •American Sign Language
  • •Child Learning Kitchen
  • •Dramatic Arts Space
  • •Handwriting

Highlights

  • ✓Expert, caring teachers with personalized lesson plans
  • ✓Wonder of Learning® curriculum created by early childhood development experts
  • ✓On-site Child Learning Kitchen
  • ✓Security features including iris scanner, key fobs, gate alarm

Not stated on their website: Tuition, Teacher-to-student ratio, Meals and snacks, Field trips, Parent involvement opportunities. Ask the preschool directly.

Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 23, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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