About The Goddard SchoolClick to Expand +

Learning for fun. Learning for life.® The Goddard School celebrates nearly 30 years of using the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. The Goddard School’s AdvancED and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX.® Learning Program reaches more than 65,000 students in more than 460 Goddard Schools in 36 states. The Goddard School’s comprehensive play-based curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success.

About Goddard Systems, Inc.Click to Expand +

Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the franchisor of The Goddard School, was recently named the No. 1 Childcare Franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine for the fifteenth consecutive year (January 2016) and one of the Top 200 Franchise Systems in worldwide sales by Franchise Times for the tenth consecutive year (October 2016). Headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, GSI currently licenses more than 460 franchised Schools with more than 65,000 students in 36 states.

The Goddard School’s AdvancED- and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX.^® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience), a comprehensive play-based curriculum developed by early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success. With a proven system in place and a strong network of dedicated franchisees, GSI is the acknowledged leader in franchised childcare and a premier educational childcare provider. For franchising information, visit www.goddardschoolfranchise.com.

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The Goddard School leadership team collaborates with School owners, directors and faculty members to ensure every family enjoys a warm, positive experience. The team works with leading experts to align the Goddard School’s play-based curriculum with the most current teaching methods and academic research so the program provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success.

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For more information, call 1-800-GODDARD.

FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES
To reach the GSI corporate office, call 1-800-GODDARD.
To learn more about The Goddard School and GSI, visit our About page.

FOR FRANCHISING INFORMATION
Visit www.goddardschoolfranchise.com.

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Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the franchisor of The Goddard School, was recently named the No. 1 Childcare Franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine for the fifteenth consecutive year (January 2016) and one of the Top 200 Franchise Systems in worldwide sales by Franchise Times for the tenth consecutive year (October 2016).

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You have questions, and we have answers. We have outlined the most commonly asked questions below. If you cannot find the information you want, please contact us at questions@goddardschools.com. 

MY CHILD’S DAY

How will I know what happens during my child's day?
You are always welcome to visit or call during the day. When you pick up your child, you receive a Daily Activity Report that highlights what your child did that day. The teacher will also record how long your child napped, how much lunch your child ate and how well your child is doing with potty training. The teacher always writes a note about a special moment of your child’s day.

Do the children go outside every day?
Goddard School playgrounds are an extension of the classroom. Teachers provide outdoor playtime and plan nature walks, picnics and other learning outdoor opportunities. If the weather permits, children play outside every day!

May I visit my child during the day?
Absolutely! Feel free to visit your child at any time during the day. 

ACADEMICS

Will my child be challenged academically at The Goddard School? I want to know that my child is prepared for elementary school.
Yes. At The Goddard School, we think the best academic preparation includes encouraging your child's enthusiasm for learning. Teachers have a keen interest in your child's success and create lesson plans based on Goddard developmental guidelines and monthly themes. By providing individual attention in a small group setting, Goddard School teachers nurture each child's confidence. Learning to ask questions, discovering cause and effect, negotiating fair play and making new friends are all academic building blocks at Goddard.

What kind of curriculum do you use in the classroom?
We call our approach the F.L.EX.^® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience). Based on academic research that states children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun, the program is designed to provide a well-rounded experience and help ensure children become confident, joyful and fully prepared students. It focuses on seven key learning domains:

1. Personal and social development
2. Language and literacy
3. Mathematical thinking
4. Scientific thinking and technology
5. Social studies
6. Creative expression
7. Physical development 

OUR APPROACH

Why does Goddard have both an owner and an education director on site?
Goddard School owners focus on managing the School. They are available to the children, their families and the faculty every day. Each Goddard School also benefits from having an education director who is responsible for the curriculum and program. This dual-management system gives the education director the freedom to observe the classrooms, mentor the faculty and develop a healthy learning environment for your child while the owner operates the School.

How flexible are Goddard School programs?
You can choose the schedule that works best for you and your child. The Goddard School offers half-day and full-day programs from two to five days a week. Many Goddard Schools also offer before- and after-school programs. 

SAFETY

How will I know that my child is safe while I am at work?
Goddard School owners are committed to the safety and security of the children and teachers in their Schools. Each owner chooses the security systems that work best for the individual location and watches over the School. Visitors must present identification and register in visitor logs. The children’s parents or guardians must authorize any alternate caregivers, and these caregivers must present identification and password information.

Goddard Systems, Inc., the franchisor of The Goddard School, developed the Quality Assurance (QA) program to monitor health and safety policies and procedures, curriculum guidelines and program standards at all Goddard Schools. Well-trained QA representatives review each School several times a year. These comprehensive reviews are unannounced and are in addition to state licensing visits.

What security measures does the School take before releasing children?
All Schools must have password procedures and a written sign-in and sign-out log. The children’s parents or caregivers must authorize any alternate caregivers, and these caregivers must present password information and two forms of identification, including a photo ID. All visitors must present identification and register in a visitor log.

MY LOCAL SCHOOL

What does your tuition cost?
Tuition varies by location and program, so contact your local Goddard School directly. Please click here to locate a Goddard School near you.

What are your hours of operation?
Hours of operation vary by location, so contact your local Goddard School directly. Please click here to locate a Goddard School near you.