The Goddard School’s Dynamic Learning Through Play Curriculum Opens New Baltimore-Area Location
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The Goddard School’s Dynamic Learning Through Play Curriculum Opens New Baltimore-Area Location

Play Based Preschool Now Open For Enrollment

October 26, 2016 // Franchising.com // MIDDLE RIVER, Md. - Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the franchisor of The Goddard School® preschool system, announces its newest Baltimore-area school is open. Located at 11560 Crossroads Circle, Suite 114, Baltimore, MD 21220, the new school is owned by seasoned franchisee David O’Brien.

O’Brien also owns The Goddard School locations in Forest Hill and White Marsh (Honeygo), Maryland. He opened his first school in Forest Hill in 2005 after working for 18 years with Jostens, manufacturers of yearbooks, class rings and other school memorabilia. O’Brien will manage the school alongside his daughter, Mary O’Brien, who will serve as assistant director.

The Goddard School preschool system prides itself on its unique dual-management system, a distinguisher in the early childhood education industry. Franchise owners are onsite at each location and work alongside an educational director, whose focus is to communicate and work with teachers, as well as to implement The Goddard School curriculum. This dual-management system ensures a hands-on, community-focused approach when it comes to early childhood education. With each school opening, The Goddard School also has a local economic impact, creating an average of 20 to 25 jobs within the community. 

The Goddard School’s play-based approach, called Fun, Learning Experience (or F.L.EX.®), is grounded in research on how children learn best: children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun.

At The Goddard School, the focus is on building each child’s emotional, academic, social, creative and physical skills to provide a well-rounded experience and ensure each one becomes confident, joyful and fully prepared in school and in life.

“With nearly 30 years of experience in early childhood education, The Goddard School’s unique dual-management system creates lasting community bonds as owners are on-site at the Schools to provide support to the communities they serve,” said Joe Schumacher, Chief Executive Officer of Goddard Systems, Inc. “One area that truly sets us apart from other childcare systems is our philosophy based on learning through play, designed to teach and reinforce 21st century skills, including social behaviors such as communication, critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. This philosophy fosters a lifelong love of learning and creates meaningful connections at an early age.”

Jobs relating to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) are currently the fastest growing segment of the U.S. economy, and a focus on developing 21st century skills such as creativity and innovation as well as the abilities to collaborate, communicate and think critically, is expected to increase over time. By introducing 21st century skill concepts early on, children develop a strong foundation and a passion for STEAM at the very beginning of their education.

“Over the past 11 years, The Goddard School’s trusted, play-based approach to learning has allowed us to make a positive impact on the families in the area through our schools in Forest Hill and White Marsh,” said owner David O’Brien. “I’m excited to bring The Goddard School experience to the Middle River community and introduce new families to our unmatched curriculum.”

The Goddard School in Middle River is located at 11560 Crossroads Circle, Suite 114, Baltimore, MD 21220. To reach this location, please call 443-317-6954 or email WhiteMarsh2MD@goddardschools.com. For general information and franchising opportunities, please visit www.goddardschoolfranchise.com.

About The Goddard School® Franchise

The Goddard School Franchise, franchisor of The Goddard School preschools, was named the No. 1 Childcare Franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine for the fifteenth consecutive year (January 2016) and one of the Top 200 Franchise Systems (in worldwide sales) by Franchise Times for the tenth consecutive year (October 2016). Headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, The Goddard School Franchise currently licenses more than 450 franchised Schools with more than 50,000 students in 36 states. The Goddard School's AdvancED- and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience), a comprehensive play-based curriculum developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success. With a proven system in place and a strong network of dedicated franchisees, The Goddard School Franchise is the acknowledged leader in franchised childcare and a premier educational childcare provider. For more information, visit www.goddardschoolfranchise.com.

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