Help Your School's Legacy Thrive

Whether you’re ready to sell your childcare center or transform it into a Goddard School, we’re here to help preserve—and grow— the legacy you’ve built.

Partnering with the Best

With more than 35 years of childhood development and franchising expertise, The Goddard School has built business and education systems designed to foster outstanding results for the franchisees—and families—we serve.

As you enter this next phase in your childcare center’s legacy, we’ll work with you to preserve and expand your investment.

The Goddard Difference

At Goddard, we believe that early childhood development has the power to make our world a better place for everyone in it. Our highly skilled and experienced management team, systems and support are designed to help your business continue to flourish.

OUR ADVANTAGE

Our Outstanding Reputation

The Goddard School franchise opportunity consistently earns top rankings from key players in the franchising industry like these:

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Continuing Your Journey

The commitment and care that you've put into your childcare center will serve as a strong foundation for our team to integrate Goddard's proven model. All Goddard Schools meet specific requirements to create a safe, nurturing, and fun learning environment both in their layout and structure, as well as in their classroom materials, for little ones to grow.

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Trusting the Goddard Family

Some of our most valued franchise owners were once in your shoes, looking for a new path to continue the legacy they had worked so hard to create. Here's what a few of them have to say about making the choice to become part of the Goddard family.

Goddard Owner: Leisa Byars

When Leisa opened her first Goddard School location in 2010, it was at the end of an economic recession in the United States. As the country regained confidence, Leisa and her family capitalized by becoming a staple of their community. As a business leader of her Goddard School, Leisa’s curriculum goals were fully met by her formally-trained educational staff, allowing her to focus solely on the business aspect of her school.

With the flexibility that comes with owning a Goddard School franchise, Leisa was also able to focus on her family. She travels with and spends quality time with the people that matter most to her.

Watch Leisa’s video to learn more about her Goddard journey.

Goddard Owners: Jyoti & Gagan Verma

Jyoti and Gagan’s Goddard School story started when they were looking for an early childhood educational center for their daughter. After touring schools across their area, Jyoti had a realization: there’s a missing supply of high-quality childhood development centers in their area.

That realization was followed closely by another: she could help supply that need.

When Jyoti and Gagan opened their Goddard School location, they noticed the benefits immediately. They made a reliable income despite an uncertain national economic outlook. They relished helping their community on a daily basis. What’s more, they could do it all without ever having been trained in educational fields. They received everything they needed to start their own successful business.

Watch Jyoti and Gagan’s video to learn more about their Goddard journey.

Goddard Owners: Sumara & Imran Ahmad

Sumara and Imran had careers in investment banking and Wall Street. Their children attended a local Goddard School and they liked the learning environment provided. Sumara and Imran began to discuss their ideal scenario for a work-life balance and what legacy they wanted for their family. They saw an opportunity to take their passion for early childcare education and give back to the parents in the local community by opening a Goddard School.

Even though Sumara and Imran came from different career backgrounds, they felt supported starting a Goddard School because of the resources and systems in place. The educational support and overall operational guidance helped build themselves up to being business owners.

Learn more about the reasons why Sumara and Imran decided to open a Goddard School franchise.