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How Much Does a The Goddard School Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A The Goddard School franchise costs between $753,750 and $1,363,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $135,000.

$753,750

Minimum Investment

$1,363,000

Maximum Investment

$135,000

Franchise Fee

$205,000 – $212,000

Fee Range

The Goddard School Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $135,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $205,000 – $212,000

The Goddard School Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a The Goddard School franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $205,000 – $212,000

Initial License Fee (1a) Lump Sum · Deposit of $30,000 when you sign Preliminary Agreement (or sign Franchise Agreement, if no Preliminary Agreement signed); and $105,000 when you receive the Opening Invoice (3) $135,000

Initial Training and Opening Support Fee; Satellite Location Assistance Fee Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School; when you receive Opening Invoice for the Satellite Location (3) $35,000 – $42,000

Site Development Fee Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or when you sign the Satellite Location Amendment for the Satellite Location (3) $35,000

Real Estate $20,000 – $50,000

Lease Deposit (7.a) Lump Sum · When you sign the lease $20,000 – $50,000

Equipment & Assets $444,000 – $603,000

Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (8)(9)) Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or as incurred for direct orders including for a Satellite Location (3) $218,000 – $263,000

Playground Equipment Lump Sum $140,000 – $240,000

Computer System, IT Security, network equipment / wireless access point devices, installation, Telephone System, Interactive Flat Panel and Digital Signage Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or as incurred for direct orders including for a Satellite Location (3) $26,000 – $40,000

Security System Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or as incurred for direct orders including for a Satellite Location (3) $40,000

Signs Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or as incurred for direct orders including for a Satellite Location (3) $20,000

Training $0

Working Capital & Reserves $100,000 – $275,000

Additional Funds - 3 months $100,000 – $275,000

Other Costs $-15,250 – $223,000

Miscellaneous Opening Costs Lump Sum, as incurred, or amortized in rental payment · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or as incurred for a Satellite Location (3) $120,000 – $135,000

Initial Marketing Fee Lump Sum · $55,000 payable when you sign the Franchise Agreement, with balance (if any) payable when you receive the Opening Invoice; $15,000 payable when you sign the Satellite Location Amendment (3) $55,000 – $75,000

Background Check (6) (up to four individuals) Lump Sum · When you sign the Preliminary Agreement or the Franchise Agreement, or when we request if you develop an Annex or Satellite Location, and as incurred $1,500 – $6,000

Marketing Materials, Stationery, Forms, and Curricular Resources Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or as incurred for direct orders including for a Satellite Location (3) $5,000

Convention Deposit Lump Sum · When you receive the Opening Invoice for a School or when you sign the Franchise Agreement if you purchase an existing School, and if we elect, when you receive the Opening Invoice for the Satellite Location $2,000

Satellite Location Fee (1b) Lump Sum · When you sign the Satellite Location Amendment $0

Total Estimated Investment $753,750 – $1,363,000

How Does The Goddard School Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

The Goddard School's minimum investment of $753,750 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$753,750

The Goddard School Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$1,363,000

The Goddard School Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a The Goddard School?

The total startup cost for a The Goddard School franchise ranges from $753,750 to $1,363,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $444,000 to $603,000.

How much is the The Goddard School franchise fee?

The The Goddard School franchise fee is $135,000, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is The Goddard School a good investment?

The Goddard School requires a total franchise investment of $753,750 to $1,363,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 56/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full The Goddard School franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a The Goddard School franchise owner make?

The Goddard School franchise locations report median gross sales of $2,267,646 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our The Goddard School franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.