15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a The Goddard School franchise ranges from $953K to $8.6M (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for The Goddard School is $135K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the The Goddard School 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a The Goddard School franchise requires a physical location (2025 FDD). Franchisees will need to lease or purchase commercial real estate, which is a significant component of the total investment.
View full investment analysisThe Goddard School charges a royalty fee of 7.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a The Goddard School franchise is approximately 11.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $700/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisThe Goddard School has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the The Goddard School franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisThe Goddard School offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisThe Goddard School currently operates 642 locations (2025 FDD) (642 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 2.4% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 3.7%.
View full growth analysisAccording to the The Goddard School FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $2.3M (average: $2.4M).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for The Goddard School is 15 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 15 years.
View full contract analysisThe Goddard School's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 3 years within 10 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, The Goddard School's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisThe Goddard School provides 92 hours of initial training (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, The Goddard School provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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