• On-site Owners
    Most childcare centers are run solely by an Education Director who has to perform all the necessary business tasks, as well as overseeing the education program and staff. At The Goddard School®, the Owner is on-site to manage the day-to-day business, which allows each School's Education Director to focus on curriculum and programming. This dual management system gives the Director freedom to observe classrooms, mentor staff, and develop a healthy learning environment for children, while the Owner is afforded the flexibility necessary to operate an efficient business.

  • Lifestyle
    Although hours of operation may vary by location, most Goddard Schools are open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. A schedule of this type allows franchisees to operate their business and enjoy their families and friends.

  • Training
    Goddard franchisees share a varied background, but very few are educators. All franchisees complete a comprehensive training program that includes: operational practices, customer service, licensing, marketing, staff hiring and training, and Goddard Quality Assurance. Goddard Owners also spend time with a Goddard mentor during this period. All Goddard Owners are also invited to attend a four-day annual conference each spring and an Owner’s symposium each fall. These meetings enhance the initial training with updates, current research, and an opportunity to share information with fellow School Owners.

  • Quality Assurance
    Goddard has developed a premier program to monitor compliance with the standards of Goddard Quality Assurance (QA). Goddard QA Representatives make unannounced semi-annual visits to each School to assess compliance with a full range of Health and Safety policies and procedures, as well as Curriculum and Program performance. Although most states have a licensing agency that oversees state requirements, Goddard Schools are additionally obligated to fulfill the Goddard QA Review. The Goddard QA Review and its exceptionally stringent controls are setting the standard for quality in the childcare industry.

  • Building Design
    Goddard Schools are designed with the well being of the children and staff in mind. The building size provides a manageable environment in addition to two large playgrounds intended to accommodate each age group separately.

  • Goddard Systems University (GSU)
    GSU is funded by the corporation and provides ongoing Director and teacher development. Classes are conducted on a regional basis every quarter. GSU training has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). Directors and teachers who participate in GSU receive continuing education credit that is usually a state requirement.


    *This information does not constitute a franchise offering. Franchise offerings can only be made by a Franchise Disclosure Document. The franchise is not being offered to residents of states requiring registration unless the franchise offering is currently registered and the Franchise Disclosure Document is effective in the state.