Early Education and Childcare Franchise Opportunities

In 2024, schools open for 18 months or longer had an average EBITDA of $521,987. This amount is based on mature schools opened for 18 months or more as of 2024. EBITDA is defined as gross revenue less all expenses directly related to operating the school excluding interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. You should refer to Item 19 of Goddard Franchisor, LLC’s 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document for more information regarding the reported earnings of Goddard School franchises. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that you will earn as much as the amounts reported by Goddard School franchisees.

You will be assigned a real estate manager to assist you throughout the real estate process. If you do not already have a relationship with a commercial real estate broker, we’ll help you connect with one who understands our location requirements. The bottom line is we will be there to guide you every step of the way to help you find a location.

Startup costs vary based on location and whether you lease, build, or buy an existing school. For example, build-to-suit lease costs range from $952,500 to $1.36 million, while purchasing land and building a school ranges from $5.23 million to $8.57 million.

These estimates include franchise fees, marketing, site development, initial operations, and ongoing expenses post-opening. We also offer financing support and lender introductions. The average cash injection for a borrower is between 10-15% of the total project costs. Many franchisees also choose to partner with investors to help fund their school. Check out our financial requirements page to learn more. Please also refer to Item 7 of Goddard Franchisor, LLC's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document for more detailed information on these costs.

The Goddard School combines a proven business model, strong financial performance, and best-in-class support. With over 35 years of experience, 640+ schools, and top industry rankings, Goddard offers franchisees the opportunity to grow a rewarding business while making a meaningful impact on families and communities. Read more about how The Goddard School stands out.

Not at all! The Goddard brand is centered on fostering a love of learning for our students and our franchisees who come from a variety of industry backgrounds. Our team of business and education experts will work with you to understand and create a fun learning environment for the families in your community.