The Goddard School

Last month, our chairman and CEO, Dennis R. Maple, and chief academic officer, Dr. Lauren Loquasto, participated in a virtual media tour featuring interviews with television and radio stations nationwide. Dennis and Lauren introduced our exclusive inquiry-based education program, Wonder of Learning™; explained inquiry-based learning and its value; and discussed the publication of our children’s book, “Curious Blueberry the Carousel Horse.” Check out this sizzle reel for highlights and even some behind-the-scenes fun! You can purchase a copy of “Curious Blueberry” here: https://lnkd.in/ewe78R2n

The Goddard School of Macomb (Wellington Center), MI, is now open! This is the second location for owner MaryBeth Ginzinger, who also owns The Goddard School of Macomb. “Given the increasing demand for high-quality early childhood education in the Macomb community, we are so excited to open our second school,” said MaryBeth. “Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing environment where our students can thrive socially, emotionally and academically, setting them up for success in school and in life.” To learn more about the school, visit its website: https://lnkd.in/e44Cn94v. 

Today, we are kicking off a weekly series highlighting the 2024 Goddard School Circle of Excellence and President’s Club members. These honors recognize the top-performing Goddard Schools nationwide. To be selected for Circle of Excellence, schools must meet criteria that measure excellence in performance, education, family experience and brand stewardship. To earn the President’s Club designation, schools must be selected for the Circle of Excellence for continuous years. The first six schools and their owners, listed alphabetically, are: ·        The Goddard School of Anderson Township, OH: Wendy and Mark Reinhart* ·        The Goddard School of Bel Air, MD: Brenda and Eric Walker* ·        The Goddard School of Bellevue, WA: Olivia Teja and Kamal DeSilva* ·        The Goddard School of Broadview Heights, OH: Kyle Thomas* ·        The Goddard School of Carlsbad, CA: Shalini and Sanjeev Dhiman* ·        The Goddard School of Chagrin Falls, OH: Kimberly and Scott DiMuzio* *President’s Club selection

The Goddard School of Tustin, CA, is now open! This is the first location for co-owners Preeti and Abhijit Patel. The Patels have partnered with Jasmin Patel and seasoned Goddard School franchisees Parina and Jesal Mehta, who also own The Goddard School of Lake Forest (Baker Ranch), CA. “Our mission is to cultivate a love for learning in our students, fostering confidence and curiosity in every child in a safe, nurturing environment,” said Preeti. “Given the increasing demand for high-quality early childhood education in the Tustin community, we are thrilled to offer the Goddard experience to local families.” The school is hosting a grand opening celebration this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will feature a balloon artist, face painting, school tours and more. To learn more about the school, visit its website: https://lnkd.in/ePZyk2kW. 

Whether it's dealing with strangers, encountering harmful content, or facing cyberbullying, children today need a strong foundation of self-confidence so they can learn to trust their inner voice and make smart choices when they face tricky situations online. In this Scary Mommy article, our chief academic officer, Dr. Lauren Loquasto, provides guidance for raising children who listen to their instincts, leading to more self-confidence and safer experiences in today’s digital age.

📢 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀! Are you looking to expand your portfolio or join a rewarding business venture? Join The Goddard School Franchise in Colorado as we grow our presence! 🗓 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and discover the advantages of The Goddard School franchise model. You'll learn about our comprehensive support systems and the unique benefits of being part of a trusted, nationwide brand. 🎉 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿: Meet David and Allison, proud owners of The Goddard School of Denver Highlands, as we tour their school and hear firsthand about their experiences. 🔗 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱? Drop us a comment or message us, and we'll share more details! #Franchising #FranchisingOpportunity

The skills children need for success in elementary school and beyond are developed during the first five years of life. For families, it's critical to select the right preschool—one with thoroughly trained faculty and a curriculum designed to nurture foundational academic, social, emotional and physical skills—and then extend learning to the home. In this article, leaders from our education team share the core skills to prioritize in preschool and why inquiry-based learning is the optimal approach to develop them. They also provide guidance for families to practice inquiry-based learning at home. To learn more about our exclusive inquiry-based education program, Wonder of Learning™, visit https://lnkd.in/gmgR3WXF.

Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, named The Goddard School a 2024 Most Profitable Franchise. To identify the 75 companies on this year’s list, Franchise Business Review analyzed data from franchise owners representing 385 brands. To learn about Goddard School franchise opportunities, visit GoddardSchoolFranchise.com. 

As the summer of 2024 comes to a close, Dr. Kyle Pruett, a member of our Educational Advisory Board, shares proactive steps for families to take to ease the back-to-school transition in this Psychology Today article. 

The Goddard School of Summerville, SC, is now open! The school, located within Summerville’s Nexton community, is owned by Amy and Bill Strickland. "We are thrilled to bring The Goddard School to Nexton, a dynamic, family-centric community that values education and growth,” said Bill. "Its strategic location within Charleston ensures accessibility for families seeking nurturing childcare and exceptional early education services. We look forward to becoming an integral part of the Nexton community and contributing positively to its educational landscape."