The Goddard School Accelerates Growth with 60 New Franchise Agreements Signed in 2025

Momentum builds in markets nationwide, including Utah and New York, as entrepreneurs tap into purpose-driven early childhood franchise opportunities

Goddard Systems, LLC (GSL), manager of The Goddard School^® franchise system, has signed 60 new franchise agreements year-to-date and is expanding into new markets with its first location in Utah and a site in Brooklyn, New York, both slated to open in 2026. More than half of the agreements come from existing franchisees, underscoring their confidence in the brand, while 24 first-time owners are joining the system, demonstrating continued momentum with new entrepreneurs becoming part of the Goddard School network.

The Goddard School franchise model is designed for individuals to build thriving schools with strong unit economics and consistent performance benchmarks across its national network. The company is actively seeking expansion in high-demand states such as California, Texas and Florida, as well as in metro areas including Detroit, Minneapolis and Phoenix. The Goddard School is on pace to surpass last year’s openings, further strengthening its national footprint. This growth underscores the strength of its development pipeline and the confidence of new franchise partners to meet the ongoing need for high-quality early childhood education.

“What sets The Goddard School apart is the ability to build a thriving business with consistent performance while making a lasting difference for children and their families. It’s this balance of purpose and performance that continues to attract both new and multi-unit franchisees to our system,” said Tim Linderman, senior vice president and chief growth officer, GSL. “For entrepreneurs, the combination of a proven franchise model, industry-leading support, and prime territory availability in markets from coast to coast is extremely attractive.”

With more than 660 schools open across 37 states and Washington, DC, serving nearly 100,000 children, the brand’s performance continues to be recognized across the franchise industry. In 2025, GSL was honored for the third consecutive year with the TopScore FUND Award, an annual recognition celebrating brands that exemplify performance excellence and lender friendliness, and was included in  Franchise Business Review’s Top 200 Franchises, the Entrepreneur Franchise 500^® and the Franchise Times Top 400^®. The Goddard School is the highest-ranking childcare and early childhood education provider in the Franchise Times 400^® – an annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales.

Individuals ready to build a purpose-driven and financially successful business with lasting impact can explore franchise opportunities at goddardschoolfranchise.com. Commercial real estate professionals with prime locations can connect with GSL’s franchise development team to bring high-quality early childhood education to their communities.

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