The Goddard School

Top national early education brand – Goddard Systems franchises 640+ schools nationwide and is recognized as one of the most reputable early education providers in the country.
Backed by leading private equity firm – Recently partnered with Sycamore Partners, a PE firm specializing in retail services and consumer-related investments with approximately $10B in committed capital, providing additional operational and growth resources.
Award-winning brand recognition – Ranked #55 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 for 27 consecutive years, highest-ranked childcare provider in the 2024 Franchise Times Top 400, and featured in Franchise Business Review’s Top 200.
Strategic basis & rental rate – Priced well below replacement cost compared to similar new construction daycares in Texas, with below-market rent per square foot metrics that improve tenant operating margins and long-term business viability.
High-growth market – Located in Dallas–Fort Worth, one of the fastest-growing MSAs in the U.S., with the surrounding area projecting a 20% population increase over the next five years.
Childcare-supportive demographics – Strong demand drivers with ±121,103 residents within a 5-mile radius, an average household income exceeding $156,000 within a 3-mile radius, and a younger average age of 38 years.
Expanding early education industry – U.S. childcare market valued at $59.87B in 2023 and projected to grow to $73B by 2030 (Towards Healthcare).

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