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December 26, 2022 / DR. LAUREN STARNES OF THE GODDARD SCHOOL ON RAISING CHILDREN WHO ARE MENTALLY & EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY
In this interview series, we are talking to authors, parenting experts and mental health professionals who can share their expertise and advice on raising children who are mentally healthy.
December 20, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL RECEIVES HIGHEST FUND® SCORE AMONG EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROVIDERS
The Goddard School has received an industry-leading FUND® Score of 930.
December 15, 2022 / COATNEY NAMED TO GODDARD ADVISORY COUNCIL
Goddard Systems has announced the appointment of Brooks Coatney to the Goddard Systems Advisory Council.
December 14, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS FIRST FEDERAL WAY LOCATION
The Goddard School recently opened its first location in Federal Way, bringing the play-based learning experience to area families.
December 8, 2022 / BROOKS COATNEY APPOINTED TO THE GODDARD SYSTEMS ADVISORY COUNCIL
Franchisee council provides insights and perspectives to support and strengthen The Goddard School franchise system
December 8, 2022 / MARK ANTHONY HUNTER APPOINTED TO THE GODDARD SYSTEMS ADVISORY COUNCIL
Franchisee council provides insights and perspectives to support and strengthen The Goddard School franchise system
December 8, 2022 / BILL HYATT APPOINTED TO THE GODDARD SYSTEMS ADVISORY COUNCIL
Franchisee council provides insights and perspectives to support and strengthen The Goddard School franchise system
December 8, 2022 / MATT SPERANZA APPOINTED TO THE GODDARD SYSTEMS ADVISORY COUNCIL
Franchisee council provides insights and perspectives to support and strengthen The Goddard School franchise system
December 1, 2022 / CUSTOMER RETENTION: CEOS SHARE STRATEGIES
It may not be as sexy as winning new business, but in this economy, it’s even more critical. Here’s how a dozen company leaders are prioritizing customer retention.
November 16, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL NAMED TO THE FRANCHISE TIMES TOP 500
Nationally acclaimed early childhood education provider recognized as a top franchise for the 19th consecutive year.
November 10, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS TENNESEE LOCATION
The need for high-quality childcare has never been greater, and as we open the 600th Goddard School, we remain committed to building upon Goddard’s rich history while making the world a better place through early childhood development.
November 10, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL CONTINUES TO EXPAND, OPENS 600TH LOCATION
Nationally acclaimed early childhood education provider is meeting increased demand for high-quality childcare.
November 3, 2022 / LARGEST GODDARD SCHOOL ON THE EAST COAST OPENS
The largest Goddard School on the East Coast has opened.
November 1, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS NEW CUMBERLAND COUNTY LOCATION
The Goddard School held its ribbon-cutting ceremony today for its new location in Enola.
October 27, 2022 / DEMAND GROWS FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
More than 60 percent of parents with kids age 6 and younger think the pandemic stunted their child’s academic and developmental growth, according to a study commissioned by The Goddard School.
October 27, 2022 / 2022 TOP FRANCHISES FOR VETERANS RANKING
The Goddard School ranked in the top franchises offering incentives and other programs to help veterans become franchisees.
October 24, 2022 / FRANCHISE TIMES TOP 500 RANKS THE LARGEST BRANDS IN FRANCHISING
The Goddard School has been named to Franchise Times Top 500 for the 19th consecutive year.
September 15, 2022 / THIS IS WHAT PARENTS ARE WORRIED ABOUT WITH THEIR KIDS
This is what parents are worried about when educating their kids.
September 14, 2022 / PARENTS BELIEVE THAT RETURNING TO SCHOOL GIVES THEIR CHILDREN AN OPPORTUNITY TO REGAIN NORMALCY
Two-thirds of parents are relieved when the school year starts, but not because they want a break from their children.
September 13, 2022 / PARENTS BELIEVE THAT RETURNING TO SCHOOL GIVES THEIR CHILDREN AN OPPORTUNITY TO REGAIN NORMALCY
According to a recent poll of 2,000 parents of children ages 0-6, 56% believe that returning to school gives their children an opportunity to regain normalcy by engaging in social activities.
September 12, 2022 / WHAT'S NEW AT THE GODDARD SCHOOL
Since its founding in 1983, The Goddard School has become a leader in childcare as one of the largest franchised preschool systems.
August 30, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS PRESENTS 14TH ANNUAL ANTHONY A. MARTINO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP TO KIRA YOUNG FROM CUMMING, GA
Goddard Systems has awarded Kira Young the 2022 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship.
August 28, 2022 / 'DEI is not a statistic': Philadelphia-area business leaders on what's holding the region back from achieving greater equity
The 2022 Diversity in Business honorees discuss what they believe to be the biggest barriers to inclusion in Greater Philadelphia.
August 26, 2022 / DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS AWARDS 2022: CHRISTINA ESTRADA, GODDARD SYSTEMS
Christina Estrada was honored for her commitment to advancing DEIB issues to create a more equitable and inclusive future for Greater Philadelphia.
August 26, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL OF LAND O’LAKES OPENS
The Goddard School has opened its first location in Land O’Lakes, with a local family as its owners.
August 19, 2022 / PROJECT OF THE MONTH: ACELLA CONSTRUCTION CORP. COMPLETES CONSTRUCTION OF 15,000 S/F THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF SUDBURY, MA
Acella Construction Corp. completed construction of The Goddard School of Sudbury
August 16, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS SUDBURY LOCATION
A new early education center focusing on students under age 6 recently opened in Sudbury.
August 9, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS NEW LOCATION IN MINNETONKA
The Goddard School has opened its first location in Minnetonka.
August 9, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS CHAIRMAN AND CEO DENNIS R. MAPLE NAMED TO SAVOY MAGAZINE’S 2022 MOST INFLUENTIAL BLACK EXECUTIVES IN CORPORATE AMERICA LIST
Dennis R. Maple has been named to Savoy magazine’s 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America list.
August 5, 2022 / WHY I’M PRIORITIZING RELATIONSHIPS, TRUST AND CONNECTIVITY IN 2022
Dennis R. Maple discusses the importance of relationships, trust and connectivity with internal and external stakeholders.
August 1, 2022 / LITTLE FUTURES
The Goddard School is putting down roots in Minnetonka and bringing high standards of excellence for early childhood education
July 28, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, LLC WELCOMES KEVIN BRICKNER AS VICE PRESIDENT, FRANCHISE SALES
In this newly established role, Brickner is responsible for driving the expansion of The Goddard School by identifying prospective franchisees and engaging with existing franchisees interested in opening additional schools.
July 28, 2022 / PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Kevin Brickner joins Goddard Systems, LLC as vice president, franchise sales.
July 28, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, LLC WELCOMES KEVIN BRICKNER AS VICE PRESIDENT, FRANCHISE SALES
Experienced sales executive joins childcare franchise leader to accelerate growth and development
July 22, 2022 / 15 PHILADELPHIA-AREA BLACK EXECUTIVES LISTED AMONG THE MOST INFLUENTIAL IN CORPORATE AMERICA BY SAVOY
Corporate leaders from the Philadelphia region are well represented on Savoy Magazine's list of the “Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America” for 2022.
July 18, 2022 / 2022 MOST INFLUENTIAL BLACK EXECUTIVES IN CORPORATE AMERICA
Savoy Magazine’s 2022 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America listing showcases an elite representation of African-American men and women who have been recognized for their executive and business leadership in national and global-leading corporations.
July 12, 2022 / DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS AWARDS: ANNOUNCING THE FIRST GROUP OF 2022 HONOREES
The Business Journal is proud to honor 20 individuals as this year’s Diversity in Business honorees.
June 8, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF RIVERVIEW IS NOW OPEN
The Goddard School has opened its first location in Riverview.
June 8, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. CELEBRATES EXTRAORDINARY EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Now in their 16th year, The Goddard School Teacher of the Year Awards recognize Goddard School educators who use their passion for teaching to foster a sense of joy in the learning process.
June 8, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. CELEBRATES EXTRAORDINARY EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Annual Teacher of the Year Awards Presented to 12 Teachers for Dedication to Students
June 3, 2022 / EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION SCHOOL OPENS ITS DOORS IN NEW BRAUNFELS
Parent opens Goddard School to support individualized education.
May 30, 2022 / SEEING THE IMPACT THAT GODDARD HAD ON THEIR TWO YOUNG KIDS DROVE THIS FAMILY TO OPEN THEIR OWN SCHOOL IN MCKINNEY
Early childhood development is personal for Tommy Chamakala and his wife, Ann.
May 26, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL HOLDS GROUNDBREAKING FOR JONESBORO LOCATION
The Goddard School, a nationally-acclaimed early childhood education franchise, recently broke ground on a new Jonesboro location.
May 26, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS IN ASHEVILLE
The Goddard School has opened its first location in Asheville to serve local families seeking care for their children.
May 23, 2022 / WOMEN OF THE C-SUITE: DR LAUREN STARNES OF GODDARD SYSTEMS ON THE FIVE THINGS YOU NEED TO SUCCEED AS A SENIOR EXECUTIVE
As a part of their interview series called “Women Of The C-Suite,” Authority Magazine interviewed Dr. Lauren Starnes.
May 19, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS NEW BRAUNFELS CAMPUS
In early May, The Goddard School opened a New Braunfels location in the Veramendi community.
May 16, 2022 / PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Dr. Lauren Starnes has joined Goddard Systems, Inc. as senior vice president and chief academic officer.
May 11, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF HONEY CREEK OPENS IN MCKINNEY
The Goddard School opened its third McKinney location. The Goddard School of Honey Creek is located near the Trinity Falls community.
April 28, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL BREAKS GROUND ON 10,800-SQUARE-FOOT FACILITY IN BRIDGELAND
After announcing the partnership earlier this year, The Goddard School has broken ground on a 10,800-square-foot facility in the Bridgeland master-planned community.
April 26, 2022 / REGENCY MALL MAKES THE GRADE FOR FRANCHISEES OF EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
The Goddard School plans to open a new location at Regency in late 2022.
April 22, 2022 / ACELLA CONSTRUCTION BREAKS GROUND ON GODDARD SCHOOL
Acella Construction Corp. broke ground on the Goddard School for Early Childhood Development.
April 18, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL COMING TO LOCUST POINT
The Goddard School is coming to 1111 Key Hwy. East in Locust Point.
April 11, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. WELCOMES DR. LAUREN STARNES AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
Dr. Lauren Starnes joins GSI with more than 20 years of experience in education, including curriculum development, evaluation and implementation, as well as teaching and consulting in the fields of preschool, special needs and elementary education.
April 11, 2022 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. WELCOMES DR. LAUREN STARNES AS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER
GSI has appointed Dr. Lauren Starnes as senior vice president and chief academic officer. In this newly established role, Starnes will be responsible for leading the development of The Goddard School’s proprietary education program, driving research-based innovation and implementing new accreditation standards across the franchise system.
April 1, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS IN ROCKWALL
The Goddard School officially opened its first location in Rockwall to better serve Rockwall County and Dallas/Fort Worth area families seeking care for their young children.
March 30, 2022 / PRIVATE PRESCHOOL OPENING SECOND LOCATION IN THE ANSONIA
This September, The Goddard School is opening a location at the Ansonia on West 73rd Street and Broadway.
March 9, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS FOURTH CHICAGO LOCATION
The new Goddard School in the West Loop can accommodate 153 children.
March 8, 2022 / 2022 FASTEST-GROWING FRANCHISES (WORLDWIDE) RANKING
Meet the companies that are leveraging their ability to scale fast across the globe in Entrepreneur’s annual fastest-growing-franchises ranking.
March 8, 2022 / 2022 FASTEST-GROWING FRANCHISES (U.S. & CANADA) RANKING
Meet the companies that saw the greatest franchise unit growth in the U.S. and Canada over the last year.
March 8, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL'S LOCATION IN NEW MARKET, MARYLAND IS NOW OPEN
The Goddard School officially opened its New Market, MD location to better serve Frederick County families seeking care for their young children.
March 1, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL: SUN PRAIRIE SCHOOL IS NOW OPEN
The Goddard School®, the nation’s leading premier early childhood education franchise, has opened a location in Sun Prairie.
February 10, 2022 / NEW GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY
The new Goddard School is 7,600-square-feet and has eight classrooms for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, office space and two shaded playgrounds.
February 9, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL NAMED TO ENTREPRENEUR’S ‘FRANCHISE 500®’ AND ‘TOP 10 CHILDREN’S FRANCHISES’ FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES
The Goddard School has been ranked one of the top national franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® in 2022.
February 9, 2022 / GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS ANNAPOLIS DAY CARE, EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
The Goddard School opened a new day care and early education center in Parole on Jan. 24.
February 9, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL NAMED TO ENTREPRENEUR’S ‘FRANCHISE 500®’ AND ‘TOP 10 CHILDREN’S FRANCHISES’ FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES
The premier early childhood education provider has been recognized as a strong franchise opportunity for small business owners.
February 4, 2022 / ENOLA SCHOOL TO EXPAND
Stacey Warner and Jordan Zielinski recently announced that the Goddard School of Enola will be moving from their current address at 4955 Woodland Drive, Enola, to a larger facility nearby at 4800 Woodland Drive.
February 2, 2022 / INTERESTED IN A CHILDREN'S FRANCHISE? HERE ARE THE TOP 10.
If you want to research the best-rated children's franchises that made the cut in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 this year, here’s who earned a spot in the top 10.
January 27, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS IN SUN PRAIRIE
A second location in the Madison area has opened for The Goddard School.
January 24, 2022 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OPENS FOURTH KATY LOCATION
The Goddard School's new location in Katy, which utilizes play-based learning, is enrolling children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old.
January 21, 2022 / KEEP DROP-OFF DREAD AT BAY WITH THESE 70+ QUESTIONS TO ASK DAYCARE PROVIDERS
Education and parenting experts weigh in on what to consider when choosing a daycare provider.
January 10, 2022 / OFFICIALS BREAK GROUND ON NEW 18,000-SQUARE-FOOT GODDARD SCHOOL IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY
The Goddard School of Enola is building a much larger facility than its current location but the move won’t be too far way.
January 6, 2022 / THE 15 BEST CHILDCARE FRANCHISES OF 2022
The Goddard School is ranked as the top childcare franchise for 2022.
January 6, 2022 / 2022 FRANCHISE 500 RANKING
Entrepreneur’s 43rd annual Franchise 500® ranking shines a light on the unique challenges and changes that have shaped the franchise industry over the last year—and how franchisors have adapted and evolved to meet them.
January 6, 2022 / 15+ FUN WINTER ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES (AT HOME EDITION)
Winter is here! Check out some at-home activities for you to enjoy as a family as you try to stay warm throughout the season!
December 31, 2021 / 22 FRANCHISES WE LOVE FOR THE NEW YEAR
Happy New Year! To celebrate, 1851 rounded up 22 of the most exciting franchise concepts that are positioned to thrive in ‘22.
December 27, 2021 / TOP PRIVATE PRESCHOOL FRANCHISES CHILDCARE PROFESSIONALS SHOULD CONSIDER
A good preschool franchise will help you fulfill your mandate and help you succeed. Here are 5 top private preschool franchises every child care professional should consider joining.
December 15, 2021 / HOW TO SURVIVE HOLIDAY TODDLER MELTDOWNS
Tis the season to be overstimulated. If you notice your little one is acting out, they may need to take a break from the hectic holiday pace. Here’s how you can help them.
December 9, 2021 / 5 TIPS TO PREVENT HOLIDAY MELTDOWNS IN YOUNG CHILDREN
Between spending enough quality time with loved ones and keeping up with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s common for many to experience some stress and anxiety this time of year – including the youngest members of our families.
December 6, 2021 / 5 TIPS TO PREVENT YOUNG KIDS FROM MELTING DOWN DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Regardless of how you celebrate the holidays, this can be a magical time for young children. But from a parent’s perspective, the disruption in their child’s regular routine may feel like a seasonal conspiracy that precipitates into an emotional meltdown.
December 3, 2021 / ONE KIND WORD: BUILDING RESILIENCE DURING ANTI-BULLYING WEEK AND BEYOND WITH THE GODDARD SCHOOL
Explore One Kind Word during Anti-Bullying Week and beyond in this conversation with The Goddard School and discover ways to empower your young learners to be a little more compassionate every day.
December 2, 2021 / 5 WAYS TO PREVENT HOLIDAY MELTDOWNS
To help parents this holiday season, The Goddard School put together five tips to help prevent holiday meltdowns in young children and to help the whole family enjoy these special moments together.
November 16, 2021 / DENNIS R. MAPLE ON THE 5 THINGS PARENTS CAN DO TO HELP THEIR CHILDREN THRIVE AND EXCEL IN SCHOOL
School is really not easy these days. What can parents do to help their children thrive and excel in school, particularly during these challenging and anxiety-provoking times?
November 9, 2021 / TWINDEMIC TIPS: HOW TO HANDLE THE WINTER FLU & COVID
Flu season is here, but this season of sniffles might be a little different, with the possibility of what experts are calling a “twindemic,” the combination of a severe flu season alongside COVID-19.
October 15, 2021 / MOST PROFITABLE FRANCHISES
The Goddard School is listed as one of Franchise Business Review's Most Profitable Franchises
October 5, 2021 / 2021 TOP FRANCHISES FOR VETERANS RANKING
Entrepreneur ranks the top 150 franchises offering incentives and other programs to help veterans become franchisees
October 4, 2021 / THE 15 MOST PROFITABLE FRANCHISES IN THE US
The 15 franchises you’ll find on this list are the ones with the highest profits in 2019 based on net profit data included in their Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
October 1, 2021 / FRANCHISE TIMES TOP 400
See the annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by systemwide sales
September 17, 2021 / TIME-TESTED TIPS FOR READING WITH YOUR KIDS
Reading with your children strengthens your bond with them, builds vocabulary and language skills, supports brain development, teaches life skills through conversations about the characters in the stories and so much more
September 10, 2021 / 5 CHILD CARE FRANCHISES WE LOVE
With many saying “hasta la vista, baby” to WFH life, here are five of our favorite child care franchises poised for success during the pandemic and beyond
September 9, 2021 / HOW IFA HAS HELPED SUSTAIN MY BUSINESS
Over the last year and a half, we – small business owners and larger organizations alike – have had to and continue to navigate the pandemic together
August 25, 2021 / FDD TALK 2021: THE GODDARD SCHOOL FRANCHISE REVIEW (FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS, COSTS, FEES, AND MORE)
Learn about The Goddard School's financial performance analysis, costs, fees, and more
August 24, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. PRESENTS 13TH ANNUAL ANTHONY A. MARTINO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP TO TEEBA FURAT MARLOWE FROM CONCORD, OH
GSI has awarded Teeba Furat Marlowe the 2021 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship
August 24, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. PRESENTS 13TH ANNUAL ANTHONY A. MARTINO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP TO TEEBA FURAT MARLOWE FROM CONCORD, OH
Iraqi War survivor awarded $10,000 to help pursue college studies in medicine
August 20, 2021 / (10 OF) 21 FRANCHISING PREDICTIONS FOR 2021
Franchising faced challenges we never could have imagined this time last year, and while some businesses shut down completely or operated at reduced capacity, others were able to survive or even thrive
August 13, 2021 / THE IMPORTANCE OF FAMILY SUPPORT FOR BEGINNING READERS
How good school-home partnerships strengthen literacy
August 4, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. AND CELEBRITY FOCUS, INC. WIN TWO 2021 SKYLINE AWARDS FROM
PRSA Chicago Chapter honors ‘2020 Teacher Appreciation Week’ and ‘Parenting Under Five’ videos
July 26, 2021 / CHILDREN’S FRANCHISE INDUSTRY REPORT (2021)
A new appreciation for children's franchises
July 20, 2021 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL® BUILDS TARGETED CURRICULUM AROUND GREAT WORKS OF CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FOCUSING ON SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
This fall, The Goddard School introduces a targeted curriculum built around great works of children’s literature focusing on social-emotional development
July 19, 2021 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL BUILDS TARGETED CURRICULUM AROUND GREAT WORKS OF CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FOCUSING ON SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
“Life Lesson Library” teaches five educational themes including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making
July 1, 2021 / BEING AND PLAYING OUTDOORS MATTERS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
How to help a child re-engage with nature
June 25, 2021 /THE GODDARD SCHOOL - 2021 SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM
A structured summer learning environment offers several benefits for young children
June 23, 2021 / 7 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN TO LEARN WHILE HAVING FUN
Summer learning has a positive impact on young children’s social-emotional development
June 4, 2021 / CHILDREN'S BUSINESSES FRANCHISES
The Goddard School ranks #76 in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500
June 1, 2021 / CHILDREN’S PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FUTURE-PROOF FRANCHISING
Children’s products and services franchises show a lot of growth potential for budding business owners
June 1, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. AND CELEBRITY FOCUS, INC. WIN COVETED 2021 PUBLIC RELATIONS SOCIETY OF AMERICA BRONZE ANVIL AWARD OF COMMENDATION
‘2020 Teacher Appreciation Week’ video earns national recognition from leading professional organization
May 28, 2021 / HOW PARENTS CAN SHOW GRATITUDE FOR THEIR CHILD’S EDUCATOR EVERY DAY
Showing our appreciation of teachers
May 27, 2021 / FRANCHISE TIMES EXECUTIVE LADDER
Goddard Systems, franchisor of The Goddard School, appointed Dennis Maple as chairman of the board
May 24, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. EXPANDS TEACHER OF THE YEAR PROGRAM, CELEBRATING 12 OUTSTANDING EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY
GSI expanded its Teacher of the Year program to celebrate additional teachers for their outstanding efforts and commitment to students during the pandemic
May 24, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. EXPANDS TEACHER OF THE YEAR PROGRAM, CELEBRATING 12 OUTSTANDING EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Hallie Brady from McKinney, TX is awarded grand prize winner
May 18, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. CEO DENNIS R. MAPLE APPOINTED CHAIRMAN
GSI announced Chief Executive Officer Dennis R. Maple has been appointed to the additional position of Chairman of the Board
May 6, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. ANNOUNCES FRANCHISEE ADVISORY COUNCIL
Inaugural council serves as forum to share insights and perspectives
April 30, 2021 / REPAIRING COVID-19'S EFFECT ON THE HOME-TO-SCHOOL CONNECTION
How to rebuild parent-teacher communication as we come out of the pandemic
April 19, 2021 / PEOPLE ON THE MOVE: DENNIS R. MAPLE
Dennis Maple elected chairman of GSI
April 16, 2021 / KEEP YOUR KIDS ENGAGED OVER THE SUMMER WITH GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC.
The Goddard School offers summer learning for your youngsters
April 6, 2021 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC. CEO DENNIS R. MAPLE APPOINTED CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Premium childcare provider supports parents with new summer curriculum, familiar routines for kids, and fresh ‘Parenting Under Five’ video tips
March 30, 2021 / RETURN OF THE RICHLY CONNECTED CHILDHOOD
How parents can help their children re-enter the social world post-pandemic
March 17, 2021 / BEST DAYCARE FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2021
If you’re thinking about joining a franchise, then consider entering the daycare industry
March 15, 2021 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL® PREPARES FOR A RETURN TO IN-PERSON SUMMER LEARNING AND FUN
As families across the nation seek to recover from the pandemic, The Goddard School announced its 2021 Summer Learning program
March 15, 2021 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL® PREPARES FOR A RETURN TO IN-PERSON SUMMER LEARNING AND FUN
Premium childcare provider supports parents with new summer curriculum, familiar routines for kids, and fresh ‘Parenting Under Five’ video tips
March 12, 2021 / ECEC APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN
ARPA offers COVID-19 pandemic relief to the childcare industry
February 2, 2021 / DELIGHTFUL WAYS TO SOOTHE YOUNG CHILDREN DURING LOCKDOWN
Families are distracted, short on patience, and hoping for an end to this extended lockdown, but there are specific steps to improve daily life
January 29, 2021 / FOR REAL PROGRESS, FUND THE HUMANITIES
National initiatives have incorporated STEM education into their programs for children as young as 6 weeks old
January 14, 2021 / MOST PROFITABLE FRANCHISES
This year's Most Profitable Franchises went through some very stringent criteria
January 14, 2021 / THE 200 BEST FRANCHISES TO BUY IN 2021 - RANKED, REVIEWED, RECOMMENDED
Franchise Business Review’s annual Top 200 Franchises ranking highlights the best franchise opportunities based on owner satisfaction
January 14, 2021 / THE BEST MULTI-UNIT FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES
This year’s Top 50 Multi-Unit Franchises includes a wide variety of business types including real estate, food, fitness, business services, personal services, education, and more
January 14, 2021 / TOP RATED EDUCATION FRANCHISES
Top franchises in the Education Category as rated by current franchisee satisfaction
January 12, 2021 / DENNIS R. MAPLE ELECTED TO THE INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dennis Maple elected to IFA Board of Directors
January 12, 2021 / DENNIS R. MAPLE ELECTED TO THE INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE ASSOCIATION'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Goddard Systems, Inc. President and CEO joins board of world’s largest franchising organization
January 11, 2021 / IFA ELECTS 5 NEW MEMBERS TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
New board members are drawn from a world class set of franchisors and franchisees
January 4, 2021 / 21 FRANCHISING PREDICTIONS FOR 2021
Franchising thought leaders share what they expect in the coming year
November 20, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL® LAUNCHES NEW VIDEO SERIES, PROVIDING VALUABLE RESOURCE TO PARENTS
‘Parenting Under Five’ taps into knowledge of health and wellbeing medical experts to help parents make informed decisions about childcare
October 23, 2020 / THE PANDEMIC'S IMPACT ON CHILDREN'S AND THEIR PARENTS' SLEEP
Dr. Kyle Pruett, Clinical Professor of Child Psychiatry at Yale Medical School and member of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board, explains the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the sleep habits of both young children and their parents. Here, he provides tips for parents and children to stay well-rested during these times.
October 17, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL TO OPEN ALEXANDRIA LOCATION IN EARLY 2021
There’s a new Goddard School coming to the Alexandria, VA area. Taruna and Rahul Jain saw a need for high-quality early childcare in the northern Virginia area after living there for 20 years. The new owners, who are excited to open their School’s doors in early 2021, have been working hard to provide a healthy, safe and caring environment with flexible schedules designed with families in mind.
October 14, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL IS NOW OPEN IN CHATTANOOGA
The Goddard School has officially opened in Chattanooga, TN and is now enrolling. The new School offers parents in the community peace of mind knowing there’s an option for their children to safely return to the classroom in a nurturing environment.
October 8, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL FEATURED ON MIDDAY MARYLAND
GSI’s president and CEO Dennis Maple, and The Goddard School’s medical advisor, Dr. Jack Maypole of Boston Medical Center, spoke with WMAR’s (ABC-2 Baltimore) Elsa M. about how Goddard is helping parents prepare their children for a safe and healthy return to childcare.
October 8, 2020 / LESSONS FROM THE CLASSROOM! DOCTORS SHARE ADVICE FOR PARENTS ABOUT CHILDCARE AND SCHOOL
Whether it's virtually or in person, there's no doubt that kids and parents are facing very different routines
October 5, 2020 / THE BEST WATER TABLES FOR KIDS, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS
Lee Scott, chairperson of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board, recently weighed in on ways that water tables support different types of play. In this article, Lee discusses how water is ideal for sensory play, as children enjoy the different textures of water and sand.
October 5, 2020 / KEEPING SCHOOLS GOING AND CHILDREN LEARNING DESPITE THE PANDEMIC
Dennis Maple, GSI’s president and CEO, and Dr. Jack Maypole, medical advisor for The Goddard School, sat down with WUSA-9 (Washington D.C.) to talk about how Goddard is continuously working to keep children in our Schools as safe as can be.
October 2, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL TO OPEN KENT LOCATION IN 2021
There is a new Goddard School location coming to Kent, OR in 2021! The new 10,200-square-foot School spans two stories and has space for 138 students to have fun learning in a healthy, safe and caring environment. The health and wellbeing of children is always The Goddard School’s top priority, which is why this location will feature a ZONO disinfecting machine to help keep learning materials germ-free.
September 30, 2020 / DOCTOR, EDUCATION CEO SHARE ‘BEST LESSONS LEARNED’ FROM PANDEMIC FOR PARENTS, CHILDREN
GSI’s President and CEO Dennis Maple, along with The Goddard School’s medical advisor, Dr. Jack Maypole of Boston Medical Center, sat down with CBS 58 (Milwaukee) to share the ways Goddard is working to create a culture of safety in Schools in an effort to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, and keep children healthy.
September 30, 2020 / THE “BEST LESSONS” WE ARE LEARNING TO KEEP OUR SCHOOLS MOVING FORWARD AND ENABLE CHILDREN TO CONTINUE LEARNING
Dennis Maple, GSI’s president and CEO, and Dr. Jack Maypole, medical advisor for The Goddard School, recently spoke with ABC 10 about the safety protocols parents should be looking for in childcare centers, how Goddard is doing our part to help keep children safe, and more.
September 29, 2020 / SHOULD WE WORRY ABOUT CHILDREN'S MENTAL HEALTH DURING COVID?
Helping our youngest stay emotionally safe now that COVID-19 is here to stay
September 15, 2020 / PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVES DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR FUTURE GODDARD SCHOOL
The Bentonville, AR Planning Commission recently approved a development plan for a future Goddard School. The 9,500-square-foot School will be located at 3703 S.W. H Street.
September 14, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF BLAINE, ME OPENS DOORS
The Goddard School of Blaine, MN officially opened its doors on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Owner Mike Sokol and members of the MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new School, which will serve 150 students, features five outdoor playgrounds and an indoor multipurpose room for children to have fun in while learning.
September 11, 2020 / SOME CHILD CARE CENTERS IN IDAHO START TO REBOUND IN PANDEMIC
As childcare centers across Idaho start the process of reopening, Rick Antl, franchisee of The Goddard School located in Meridian, ID, talks about the challenges brought on during the pandemic and the uptick his School has seen in enrollment as area businesses begin to reopen.
September 9, 2020 / HELP YOUR CHILD HAVE A SUCCESSFUL REMOTE SCHOOL YEAR WITH THESE 5 THINGS
Lee Scott, childhood education expert and chairperson of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, weighed in on this hot topic, commenting on the VIVO Height Adjustable Workstation and how it gives children options based on how they like to work.
September 8, 2020 / TEACHERS REVEAL THE BIG WAYS THEIR CLASSROOMS HAVE CHANGED THIS FALL FOR THE PANDEMIC
Dr. Craig Bach, Vice President of Education for Goddard Systems, Inc., details The Goddard School’s increased health and safety procedures. Specifically, he highlights the new pick-up/drop-off and lunch procedures.
September 4, 2020 / PRESCHOOLS ARE GETTING CREATIVE TO ENGAGE THE YOUNGEST OF ORANGE COUNTY’S LEARNERS
Parina Mehta, owner of The Goddard School located in Lake Forest, CA, outlines her School’s health and safety procedures designed for the wellbeing of students amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Mehta highlights changes her School has made, such as consistently sanitizing toys, finding new takes on traditionally collaborative projects and moving classes outdoors when possible.
August 27, 2020 / 7 WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR KID'S TEACHERS IN THIS UNPRECEDENTED SCHOOL YEAR
Lee Scott, childhood education expert and chairperson of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, talks about how a thank-you note or card from a student can do wonders to boost teachers’ morale.
August 26, 2020 / HOW THE PANDEMIC IS STRENGTHENING FATHER-CHILD RELATIONSHIPS
A silver lining gleams from the pandemic storm cloud
August 20, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL® PRESENTS THE 12TH ANNUAL ANTHONY A. MARTINO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP TO OUTSTANDING GODDARD GRADUATE FROM PORTLAND, OR
Breanna Guo was awarded $10,000 to help her pursue college studies in liberal arts
August 12, 2020 / CHICAGO’S SOUTH LOOP NEIGHBORHOOD WELCOMES THE GODDARD SCHOOL
The Goddard School of Chicago (South Loop), IL recently opened its doors. The three-story building includes a rooftop playground and a covered multi-purpose room. The location officially opened July 20.
August 10, 2020 / WAIVERS, LIMITED CLASS SIZES, AND “INDOOR SHOES” ARE JUST SOME OF THE WAYS PRIVATE PRESCHOOLS ARE PLANNING TO REOPEN IN THE FALL
Dr. Craig Bach, Vice President of Education for Goddard Systems, Inc., explains how The Goddard School implemented strict health and safety protocols. These include pick-up/drop-off procedures, social distancing rules and flexible scheduling.
August 6, 2020 / EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR REMOTE LEARNING (FOR EVERY TYPE OF KID)
Lee Scott, childhood education expert and chairperson of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, outlines the products that help children get the most out of the remote learning experience.
July 31, 2020 / HOW TO GO "BACK TO SCHOOL" DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Jennifer Jipson, Ph.D., a member of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, explains how playful learning at home can contribute greatly to children’s educations. Things you have around the house, such as board games, can do wonders in teaching children about things like math while also helping to develop their social-emotional intelligence.
July 29, 2020 / SEPARATION WORRIES COULD BE SIGNIFICANT AS SCHOOLS REOPEN
How parents can help children manage their feelings
July 27, 2020 / THE BEST TOYS FOR THREE-YEAR-OLDS — THAT EVEN YOUR ANGSTY THREENAGER WILL LOVE
Dr. Jack Maypole, member of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, provides insights on which toys best meet the developmental needs of three-year-olds. A well-respected and successful pediatrician, Dr. Maypole’s many years of treating children of all ages make him the go-to expert on this subject.
July 16, 2020 / FEW BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES GET PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM (PPP) LOANS
The Goddard School located in Middleton, MA, which is owned by African Americans Johann and Mark Hunter, secured a PPP loan during the pandemic. The School is one of the few minority-owned businesses in the Middleton area to do so.
July 13, 2020 / THOUSANDS OF NYC DAYCARES REOPEN WITH ADDED PRECAUTIONS
Rami Singh, franchisee of The Goddard School located in Manhattan (Murray Hill), NY, explains the new health and safety procedures at the School. These include social distancing practices and the onboarding of additional staff to help enforce the new protocols.
July 13, 2020 / WHAT EXPERTS THINK ABOUT REOPENING SCHOOLS
Lee Scott, childhood education expert and chairperson of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, provides insight on how parents can prepare for the fall semester of school. She specifically touches on talking to children about wearing face masks.
July 7, 2020 / DO BABIES UNDERSTAND FACIAL EXPRESSIONS? EXPERTS EXPLAIN
Jennifer Jipson, Ph.D., member of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, expounds on facial expressions at various stages of infancy. She also identifies emotions infants feel at these stages and how parents can identify these emotions.
July 2, 2020 / EXPERT TIPS FOR TEACHING YOUR KIDS TO SPEAK UP AGAINST RACISM
Jennifer Jipson, Ph.D., and Lee Scott, members of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, recommend a few different books that teach children the beauty of diversity. They say that Whose Toes Are Those? by Jabari Asim and Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox are great for younger children.
June 25, 2020 / HOW THE PANDEMIC AFFECTS YOUNG CHILDREN’S EMOTIONAL HEALTH
Adults know and feel that this crisis is uniquely stressful; it’s global, it lasts month after month and no one knows when it will end, which is all mostly incomprehensible for children
June 25, 2020 / THE BEST TODDLER TOYS TO GET KIDS THROUGH THE TERRIBLE TWOS
Dr. Jack Maypole, a clinical associate professor of pediatrics at Boston University School of Medicine and a member of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, highlights which toys are best for two-year-olds. He also explains the importance of playful learning and how encouraging children’s interests is the key to true learning.
June 24, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL BRINGS PLAY-BASED LEARNING TO NOBLESVILLE, IN
The Goddard School located in Noblesville (Union Chapel Road) announces its grand opening. After seeing her daughter thrive at another Goddard location, franchisee Katy Bird decided to bring Goddard’s play-based learning program to the Noblesville community.
June 16, 2020 / HERE'S WHEN YOUR TODDLER WILL REALLY GET INTO PRETEND PLAY, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS
Lee Scott and Dr. Jack Maypole, members of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, weigh in on the importance of pretend play. Pretend play, or dramatic play, can help children build learning skills as well as social and emotional skills.
June 4, 2020 / THE BEST PLAYHOUSES FOR KIDS, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS
Helen Hadani, Ph.D., an expert in early childhood and creativity development and a member of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, explains how playhouses can foster pretend play. Dr. Hadani helps design and evaluate products that promote children’s curiosity and love of learning, making her the go-to expert on this subject.
June 4, 2020 / HOW PARENTS CAN HELP AN ANXIOUS KID
Dr. Kyle Pruett, Clinical Professor of Child Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine and a member of The Goddard School Educational Advisory Board, explains how introducing a child’s fears to him or her in a controlled environment can help him or her develop coping mechanisms when the child is actually in that situation (slides 15 and 16).
May 27, 2020 / GODDARD SYSTEMS VP EXPLAINS IMPORTANCE OF REPUTATION MANAGEMENT
In an article about Lexus gaining a partner in online reputation management, Paul Koulogeorge, the vice president of Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations for Goddard Systems, Inc., provides insight on the importance of maintaining a positive reputation online.
May 11, 2020 / IN BUSINESS WITH MOM: Q&A WITH GODDARD SCHOOL FRANCHISEES
In honor of Mother’s Day, the International Franchise Association’s blog highlighted Goddard School franchisees who are business partners with their moms. Tim and Susan Hoy from The Goddard School of Hillsborough, NJ and Erin Goulet and Lissa Knox from The Goddard School of Snohomish, WA discuss what it is like working together as a family.
May 5, 2020 / TAKE AN ACTIVE APPROACH TO REPUTATION MANAGEMENT IN THE DIGITAL AGE
Paul Koulogeorge, the Vice President of Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations for Goddard Systems, Inc., discusses the main challenges of online reputation management and provides solutions, touching on topics such as private Facebook groups, niche review sites and more authentic reviews.
April 27, 2020 / GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC.’S CEO FEATURED IN SAVOY MAGAZINE
Savoy Magazine honored Dennis Maple by including him in its 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America list.
April 8, 2020 / SOCIAL GEEK RADIO CONGRATULATES GODDARD SYSTEMS, INC.’S CEO ON HIS RECENT HONOR
The Franchise News Podcast congratulated Dennis Maple on being named one of Savoy Magazine’s 2020 Most Influential Black Executives in Corporate America (3:30).
March 18, 2020 / 3 POWER BRANDS ON HOW TO WIN AT FRANCHISE GROWTH
In a recent interview with 1851 Franchise, Dennis Maple, president and CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), discussed the company’s growth plans for 2020. 1851 Franchise has identified GSI as a franchise company with a unique growth strategy.
February 26, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL LOOKS TO BECOME THE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL IN STRATFIELD
The Goddard School located in Fairfield, CT, recently opened. Franchisee Kim Sherman said that the School already has 40 students, which includes a few who haven’t been born yet. According to Sherman, many enrolled families are from the immediate area, which makes the School feel like a neighborhood fixture.
February 20, 2020 / THE LAST WORD ON HOMESCHOOLED CHILDREN AND THEIR SOCIAL SKILLS
Why and how our worry about these children needs to end
January 27, 2020 / GODDARD VP SETS SIGHTS ON THESE TOP MARKETING TRENDS IN 2020
In a recent Forbes article, Paul Koulogeorge, vice president of marketing, advertising and PR for Goddard Systems, Inc., discussed the top five marketing trends businesses should consider incorporating into their strategies for 2020 and beyond.
January 25, 2020 / FIFTEENTH GODDARD SCHOOL IN MASSACHUSETTS COMING SOON
The first Goddard School located in Worcester, MA, will open soon as noted in this article. The 11,000-square-foot building will replace a bus and trolley maintenance facility that had been in operation since 1936. Sally Lo, the School’s on-site owner, said she is "extremely excited to bring The Goddard School to this community."
January 23, 2020 / GODDARD’S STEAM FOCUS PROVIDES A FUN LEARNING EXPERIENCE
In her article for The Hechinger Report, Jackie Mader explores STEM learning in early childhood education. Mader highlights The Goddard School’s STEAM curriculum and the F.L.EX.® Learning Program, which guide children to learn through play.
January 21, 2020 / PLANS SUBMITTED FOR NEW GODDARD SCHOOL IN SHELTON, CT
A new Goddard School location is proposed for Fountain Square in Shelton, CT. The plans were submitted to the planning and zoning commission in January.
January 2020 / GSI PLACES IN TOP 100 OF ENTREPRENEUR’S 41ST FRANCHISE 500 RANKING
More than 1,100 franchises were considered in Entrepreneur’s 41st annual Franchise 500 ranking, and GSI ranked number 88 on the list.
THE GODDARD SCHOOL HITS HIGH FUND SCORE
The Goddard School has a Frandata FUND score of 930, one of the highest in the industry. FUND, the franchise credit score, is known as a strong predictor of a franchise brand’s future performance and is a key indicator for prospective franchisees who are looking to invest in an established and growing brand.
January 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL STARTS 2020 STRONG WITH MAJOR INDUSTRY RECOGNITIONS
Franchisees agree that The Goddard School is a great choice. Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, has ranked The Goddard School number one in franchisee satisfaction for the third consecutive year and has also named GSI “best in category.” The ranking is based on Franchise Business Review’s annual franchisee satisfaction survey conducted in August 2019.
January 15, 2020 / CATCHING PARENTS' EYES IS THE BEST WAY TO EARN STUDENTS AT EDEN PRAIRIE PRESCHOOLS
Hetal Agrawal, a franchisee who is in the process of opening The Goddard School located in Edina, MN, was recently quoted in an article about preschools in her local community. Hetal plans to hold her first pre-enrollment event in February 2020.
January 14, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL LOCATED IN GEORGETOWN, TX IS NOW OPEN
The Goddard School located in Georgetown, TX opened January 2, 2020. More than 180 children from six weeks to six years old will attend the preschool and experience its unique play-based learning curriculum. They will also provide before- and after-school programs and summer camp programs for elementary children.
January 9, 2020 / CEO DENNIS MAPLE DESIGNS NEW CURRICULUM FOR GROWTH AT GODDARD SCHOOL FRANCHISOR
Dennis Maple comes from a family of educators, but instead of standing in front of a whiteboard teaching students, the high-powered corporate veteran is now running a for-profit school system
January 8, 2020 / THE GODDARD SCHOOL IS FEATURED ON FUNDERA’S LIST OF BEST DAYCARE OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2020
Fundera, a resource for small businesses, recently published its recommendations for the best daycare opportunities for prospective franchisees to investigate in 2020, and The Goddard School is listed as second on its list of 14.