Childcare Franchise Opportunities in Phoenix, AZ

One of the fastest-growing job markets in the U.S. Young professionals arrive in droves, creating a growing need for premium childcare facilities. Learn why Phoenix is a great place to benefit communities with early childhood education.

Early Education Childcare Franchise Opportunities in Phoenix, AZ
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Residential Population (2024 Census)

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Children Under 5 (2024 Census)

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Potential Franchise Opportunities

Reasons to Invest in Early Childhood Education

For countless working families, reliable, high-quality childcare is essential. Demand continues to rise, making early childhood education a thriving, recession-resilient industry with strong long-term potential. By joining a trusted, proven brand like The Goddard School®, you can tap into a growing market and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Our franchise team is here to help you explore whether owning a Goddard School is the right next step for you.

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Goddard School Franchise Counties Were Targeting

Where We're Growing in Maricopa County

Arizona has many communities that offer the key demographics The Goddard School looks for when developing new locations. Our real estate and development teams have identified multiple high-demand areas where families are actively seeking high-quality early childhood education, including:

  • El Mirage
  • Phoenix
  • Tempe
  • Mesa
  • Scottsdale
  • Glendale
  • Tolleson
  • Chandler
  • Surprise
  • Gilbert
  • Queen Creek
  • Paradise Valley

Why Open a Goddard School in Phoenix, AZ

The Goddard School® offers a proven franchise model that delivers exceptional childhood education. With experienced leadership, strong systems, and comprehensive support, Goddard franchisees get into business for themselves, but not by themselves.

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A Trusted, Proven Model

With 37 years of expertise in early childhood education, we’ve developed business and child development systems that deliver consistent, high-quality results for families.

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Comprehensive Training & Support

From site selection and construction to marketing and daily operations, you're backed by an experienced team at every step.

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Growing, Purpose-Driven Industry

Join a recession-resilient, high-demand sector that positively impacts children, families, and communities.

Why Become a Goddard School Franchisee
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Training & Support

Our dedicated team offers comprehensive support, training, and operational guidance every step of the way to help you reach your goals as a Goddard School franchisee.

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Live Training Sessions

Through online courses, virtual sessions, and in-person training, you’ll learn how to implement Goddard’s educational approach, engage families, recruit and retain top faculty, manage school operations, and elevate the Goddard brand in your local market.

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Dedicated Franchise Consultants

Our franchise consultants support franchisees across all aspects of school operations. From implementing educational programs and maintaining financial performance to upholding health and safety standards, leveraging IT systems, and accessing ongoing training resources.

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Done-For-You Marketing

Receive a fully developed school website and targeted digital marketing to build local awareness, including paid campaigns across social media, search engines, and streaming platforms. You’ll also get ready-made images, signage, ads as well as tools to send emails and schedule social media posts with ease.

What Our Franchisees Are Saying

Jyoti Gagan Verma Goddard School Franchise Owners

“Our ticket to a better life is through early childhood development.”

- Jyoti & Gagan Verma, Multi-Unit Franchise Owners

Leisa Byars Goddard School Franchise Owners

“Owning a Goddard School has been very rewarding and allowed me to make a lasting difference in the lives of hundreds of families, including my own.”

- Leisa Byars, Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

Matt Speranza

“Goddard's proven model empowers franchisees to achieve excellence while making a lasting impact on children and families.”

- Matt Speranza, Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

Dipti Singh

Goddard gives me the infrastructure, tools, and support to run highly sought-after quality early childhood education schools while giving back to families across our communities.

- Dipti Singh, Multi-Unit Franchise Owner

Meet The Team

Discover the people who help strengthen and support The Goddard Family.

Darin Harris

Darin Harris

Chief Executive Officer

 

Darin Harris is the chief executive officer of Goddard Systems, LLC. He provides leadership to the executive team and guides the vision for The Goddard School system.

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Jacqueline Burls

SVP, Chief School Support Services Officer

 

Jacqueline Burls is SVP, chief school support services officer at Goddard Systems, LLC. She provides leadership on brand development, operational excellence and customer engagement to drive long-term growth for Goddard Schools across the U.S.

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Marcel Nahm

Marcel Nahm

SVP, Chief Marketing Officer

 

Marcel Nahm is SVP, chief marketing officer at Goddard Systems, LLC, where he is responsible for leading the premium early childhood education brand and overseeing all marketing and lead generation efforts, as well as corporate communications.

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Get Started

Interested in becoming a Goddard School franchisee? It’s an exciting journey and we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Get started today and see how owning a Goddard School can be both a rewarding business venture and a lasting impact on the families you serve.

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