The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s

Goldman School and Child Development Centers

Located in the Highland neighborhood in Shreveport, LA, Goldman School and Child Development Centers are Type III, four-star licensed child development centers for children ages 8 weeks through 5 years old. Children with and without disabilities are given the opportunity to grow and learn together in a year-round program. Goldman offers support to young children and their families while valuing each child's unique strengths and honoring diversity among families.

Locations

Goldman School and Child Development Center
351 Jordan St., Shreveport, LA 71101

Goldman School and Child Development Center
at The Highland Center
520 Olive St., Shreveport, LA 71104

Inclusive Child Care

Goldman School and Child Development Centers offer inclusive child care that serves children with and without disabilities. Children may start at 8 weeks of age (after their 2 month shots have been given) and attend through the age of 5. Our staff to child ratios are very low: 1:3 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers and twos, and 1:7 for preschoolers. The staff and administration at Goldman have a commitment to excellence and service. Our teachers must possess, or be working towards, their Child Development Associate (CDA) credential at minimum. Some teachers hold AA or BA degrees, and our 34 direct care staff members represent 200 years of experience working with children with special needs.

  • 30% - children ages 0-5 with developmental disabilities

  • 20% - children ages 0-3 eligible for Highland/Stoner Early Head Start

  • 50% - typically developing children ages 0-5

Early Intervention Site

Goldman School and Child Development Centers are early intervention sites. Through the Early Steps system, eligible children ages 0-3 may receive their services during their daily routines at Goldman School. These services may include: occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech/language therapy, special instruction, and consultation with child care workers, families, and other providers.

Early Head Start

Early Head Start services are provided to infants and toddlers in the Highland, Stoner Hill, Waterside, and parts of Lakeside, Allendale and Queensborough areas through a partnership with Caddo Community Action Agency. It is a federally funded program for low-income families in those areas. Eligible children experience quality early learning in Early Head Start classrooms or through home visits.

Inclusive Education

Inclusive educational environments benefit children with and without disabilities. In addition to increased academic performance, research shows that children in inclusive classrooms also: demonstrate increased acceptance and appreciation of diversity, develop better communication and social skills, show greater development in moral and ethical principles, create caring friendships, and demonstrate increased self-esteem. Children develop a greater appreciation for one another when learning side by side. Not to mention, this program is unique in that it provides an opportunity for families who have multiple young children, with and without disabilities, to attend the same quality childcare center. 

Interested in enrolling
your child? 

Hours

Monday- Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Weekly Tuition Rate

$165 per infant

$155 per toddler through the age of 5

*There is also a registration fee of $100 that is due annually.

Parents of Goldman Schools (PoGS)

POGS is a group of parents that help teachers and support staff to provide the best possible learning and loving environment for students through fundraisers that offset classroom toys and supplies and organize staff appreciation.

All parents with children at one of the schools are invited to attend meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month.

FAQs

  • We are licensed to serve children from 8 weeks through 5 years.

  • Yes. We have a family room available for privacy.

  • Yes. We serve children with special needs and children who are typically developing.

  • Yes. We welcome the therapists who serve your child.

  • Please fill out the online form here to inquire if we have a spot available for the age of your child. We often have a waiting list. You can put your child's name on the waiting list. We invite interested parents to tour either of our centers.

  • Yes.

  • Six weeks to one year - 1:3
    One to three years - 1:4
    Preschoolers - 1:7

  • The teachers educational levels range from bachelors degree to Child Development Associate (CDA) level certification.

  • All ages follow the "Frog Street Curriculum."

The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s Goldman School and Child Development Centers

ADDRESS: 351 Jordan St., Shreveport, LA 71101
Phone: (318) 631-9501

Hours
Monday–Friday
6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

 

Goldman School at
The Highland Center

The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s Goldman School and Child Development Center’s 2nd Location

ADDRESS: 520 Olive St, Shreveport, LA 71104
Phone: (318) 660-3030

Hours
Monday–Friday
6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.