Press Coverage
As a leading preschool franchise, Goddard School Franchise is often in the press. Read more about our franchise, leadership team and franchisees.
ownagoddarduat.goddardsystems.comHere are the latest updates on The Goddard School as of May 2026.
Overview
- The Goddard School continues to expand its nationwide network with new openings and franchise development news, including upcoming locations and recent openings in various markets. This reflects ongoing growth in early childhood education under the Goddard brand.[1][3]
Recent openings and announcements
- New location: The Goddard School of Silverleaf, Florida, announced groundbreaking for a new campus expected to open in early 2027.[1]
- New York City area expansion: The Goddard School of Manhattan – Lenox Hill is slated to open in spring 2026 and is already enrolling students.[1]
- Nashville and Nashville Yards: The Goddard School opened a 20,000 SF center in Nashville Yards, TN, and celebrated with a ribbon-cutting in October 2025.[1]
- Other openings: The Goddard School additions include new locations in Bixby, OK (announced 2025), Waunakee, WI (ribbon-cutting in 2025), and June Lake, CA (announced 2025).[3][1]
Franchise and awards highlights
- The franchise network has continued to receive industry recognition and top franchise honors as part of ongoing nationwide growth. 2025 updates highlight top awards and continued expansion commitments.[4][3]
- 2025 press coverage notes ongoing franchise activity, including awards related to family experiences and community engagement among several Goodyear, AZ and Shelton, CT locations.[3]
Industry coverage and perspectives
- The Goddard School maintains active press engagement, with franchise-specific news appearing in franchise-focused outlets and local press coverage for new openings and ribbon-cutting events.[5][3]
- General information about The Goddard School’s approach to early childhood education remains available on the company website, emphasizing play-based, research-informed learning.[8]
What this means for families
- If you’re in the Los Angeles area or other markets where new locations are announced, expect ongoing openings and enrollment opportunities as the network expands. Check the official The Goddard School news pages and local franchise pages for the latest dates, enrollment, and tours.[3][1]
Illustration
- Example: A map of recent and upcoming Goddard School openings shows a pattern of growth across multiple states, aligning with the franchise’s stated expansion goals for 2025–2027.[3][1]
If you’d like, I can pull the exact latest opens by city or compile a timeline of announced openings and ribbon-cuttings in the next few months. I can also monitor for new local openings near your area in Los Angeles.