THE GODDARD SCHOOL
The Goddard School franchise enables operators to run childcare centers offering preschool learning programs and care for children aged 6 weeks to 10 years using academically endorsed methods focused on fun and skill development for long-term success. The business model is franchising, where licensees develop and operate schools (potentially with annexes or satellite locations) under the Goddard System, paying initial fees, royalties, and adhering to operational standards. The target market primarily consists of working families seeking quality preschool and daycare services.
Franchise Costs
7% royalty + 4% TGS Marketing Fund + $700/mo Proprietary Curriculum Fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How THE GODDARD SCHOOL Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Current | N/A | $135K | 7.0% | 642 |
| THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION | $781K – $1.5M | $60K | 7.0% | 411 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE | $405K – $915K | $150K | 7.0% | 344 |
| Jovie | $124K – $193K | $50K | 5.0% | 165 |
| CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS | $1.1M – $1.5M | $85K | 7.0% | 69 |
| Lightbridge Academy | $1.1M – $3.1M | $40K | 7.0% | 55 |
Early Childhood Education Average 17 franchises | $868K – $2.3M | $76K | 6.6% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 17 Early Childhood Education franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+23 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for THE GODDARD SCHOOL franchisees (2010 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
715 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
As of the 2025 FDD, THE GODDARD SCHOOL has 642 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1988.
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