Top Markets for Goddard School Locations

Goddard is expanding nationwide and several top markets have immediate opportunities for new school locations. Don’t see your city listed? We can help you identify strong neighborhood markets in your area.

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Huntsville Alabama

Huntsville, AL

One of Alabama’s fastest-growing cities. Its booming job growth in tech, aerospace, & defense drives demand for quality early childhood education.

Phoenix Arizona

Phoenix, AZ

One of the fastest-growing job markets in the U.S. Young professionals arrive in droves, creating a growing need for premium childcare facilities.

Bakersfield California

Bakersfield, CA

One of the fastest-growing workforces in the U.S., Bakersfield’s family-focused neighborhoods are a prime opportunity for early education providers.

Fresno California

Fresno, CA

The city's diverse and family-oriented population drives a growing demand for a dependable, high-quality learning centers for children.

Los Angeles California

Los Angeles, CA

This cultural hub is an ideal market for high-quality childcare thanks to high demand, favorable regulations, and a large population of working parents.

Napa California

Napa, CA

An affluent community with a strong emphasis on quality of life & education. Its family-oriented values require premium early education services.

Salinas California

Salinas, CA

A fast-growing city with a young population and strong ties to agriculture. Rising family density makes it a high-demand market for early education.

San Diego California

San Diego, CA

This city is home to close-knit neighborhoods, a growing populations & high incomes. An ideal spot for investing in premium early education.

San Jose California

San Jose, CA

A major tech hub with high incomes and a large population of working parents. Ideal for premium early education in a city that values quality care.

Santa Rosa Petaluma California

Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA

An affluent area with high incomes and educated parents. Its proximity to the Bay makes it ideal for premium childcare.

Stockton California

Stockton, CA

A diverse, expanding city with a median age under 34. The growing population of young families continue to boost demand for reliable childcare.

The Bay Area California

The Bay Area, CA

A high-income region with dense family neighborhoods and a strong focus on education. Premium childcare is in high demand among working parents.

Boulder Colorado

Boulder, CO

With a well-educated population and deep commitment to lifelong learning, Boulder offers a strong foundation for high-quality early childhood education.

Washington DC

Washington, D.C.

A culturally diverse city with an emphasis on education. Its large, educated population makes it an ideal choice for premium childcare facilities.

Lakeland Winter Haven Florida

Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL

One of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S. A 4% population surge is bringing in families seeking reliable childcare.

Miami Florida

Miami, FL

This city’s low taxes, stable job market, & diversified population have made it a highly desirable city for new businesses, including private early childhood education.

Palm Bay Melbourne Titusville Florida

Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL

A coastal metro area reaching over 620,000 residents. Its expanding communities & family-friendly environment drive demand for quality early education.

Gainesville Georgia

Gainesville, GA

An emerging hub in Georgia. The city's expanding economy and family-friendly environment create a strong demand for quality childcare services.

Warner Robins Georgia

Warner Robins, GA

A burgeoning city with a projected population of 89,382 in 2025. Its strong military presence & growing young families create a need for quality childcare.

Des Moines Iowa

Des Moines, IA

Iowa’s capital has many working families but limited childcare, making this a high-potential market for Goddard Schools.

Iowa City Iowa

Iowa City, IA

A growing Midwestern city with high household incomes and strong public investment in education. Ideal for families seeking premium childcare.

Boise City Idaho

Boise City, ID

A tech hub drawing young professionals and new families. Rapid job & population growth fuels interest in quality education.

Bloomington Illinois

Bloomington, IL

A thriving Midwestern hub. Its family-first culture supports rising interest in early education.

Chicago Illinois

Chicago, IL

One of the largest metro areas in the U.S. with a high density of working parents. Consistent demand makes it a strong fit for opening a private preschool.

Louisville Kentucky

Louisville, KY

Families in this booming city enjoy a great quality of life, low cost of living and access to high quality education, making in the perfect place for your school.

Baton Rouge Louisiana

Baton Rouge, LA

A thriving metro of nearly 870,000, where growth in major industries is driving strong demand for high-quality private preschools.

Lafayette Louisiana

Lafayette, LA

A mid-sized metro area with a population of 400,000+. Its strong cultural identity & expanding family base create demand for quality early education.

New Orleans Louisiana

New Orleans, LA

A culturally rich metro area with a population exceeding 1 million. Its diverse and growing communities seek quality early education options.

Detroit Michigan

Detroit, MI

One of the nation’s top 10 cities for economic growth. It’s an attractive city for young families, driving demand for premium early childcare services.

Grand Rapids Michigan

Grand Rapids, MI

A metropolitan area of 1M+ with a diverse economy and vibrant culture that draws young families looking for early education.

Minneapolis Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN

One of the more affordable places to live for young adults and families. Its thriving economy supports steady demand for educational services for kids.

Kansas City Missouri Kansas

Kansas City, MO-KS

A metropolitan area with population of 2M+. Its diverse economy and vibrant community attract young families seeking quality education.

Albuquerque New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

Its economy, driven by sectors like tech, education, & healthcare, provides a stable environment for businesses, including premium daycare centers.

Buffalo New York

Buffalo, NY

This city is home to a large population of dual-income families. The focus on early childhood education makes it an excellent choice for opening a school.

New York City

New York, NY

With a population nearing 8.5M, its dense urban environment & high concentration of working families create a strong demand for high-quality childcare.

Toledo Ohio

Toledo, OH

An affordable mid-sized city with young, energetic neighborhoods. Working parents are actively seeking better early childhood education options.

Tulsa Oklahoma

Tulsa, OK

A dynamic city with arts, industry, and rising affordability. Young professionals and families are seeking more early education options.

Bend Oregon

Bend, OR

One of the fastest-growing job markets in the U.S., it draws young professionals seeking strong quality of life and reliable childcare.

Portland Oregon

Portland, OR

This city's progressive values and emphasis on sustainability attract families seeking holistic early academic programs & preschools.

Sioux Falls South Dakota

Sioux Falls, SD

Among the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest. Strong job growth and family migration are driving demand for high-quality early education.

Knoxville Tennessee

Knoxville, TN

A city known for its vibrant culture and growing economy. Its emphasis on education & family life creates a strong demand for quality childcare services.

Amarillo Texas

Amarillo, TX

A growing city with 26.8% of residents under 18 and a median age of 34.1, Amarillo is home to young families seeking dependable childcare services.

College Station Texas

College Station-Bryan, TX

This city has a large, relatively young population. Establishing a Goddard School here would cater to the needs of both academic and working families.

Dallas Texas

Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

One of the top 10 fastest-growing franchising markets in the U.S. This city is also known for having a community that caters to early childhood education.

Houston Texas

Houston, TX

With 71,000 new jobs projected and an influx of young families, this metropolitan area is seeing rising demand for private preschool options.

Lubbock Texas

Lubbock, TX

A steadily growing metro anchored by Texas Tech University. Its expanding population creates a robust environment for early childhood education.

Midland Texas

Midland, TX

One of the top 10 fastest-growing areas in the U.S. Its booming energy sector & influx of young families fuel demand for quality childcare services.

San Antonio Texas

San Antonio, TX

This city’s rich history and relatively low cost of living makes it popular with families, creating a steady demand for private preschools & childhood education.

Temple Texas

Temple, TX

A healthcare and education hub seeing rapid population growth. Affordable housing and new development attract families in need of childcare.

Waco Texas

Waco, TX

With a median age of 29.8 and expanding key industries, this family-friendly city is primed for dependable childcare & early education.

Salt Lake City Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

This city boasts high birth rates and strong community values around education. This drives a growing demand for premium early learning programs.

Virginia Beach Virginia

Virginia Beach, VA

A coastal city with a stable economy and 30% of households with kids under 18 make this vibrant area a strong fit for top-tier early learning centers.

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