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Goddard Schools, a premier provider of early care and education in the United States, was selected to partner with AdvancED, the world’s largest accrediting and school improvement organization, to develop the new AdvancED Standards for Quality Early Learning Schools.
King of Prussia, PA (PRWEB) May 15, 2012 - Goddard Schools, a premier provider of early care and education in the United States, was selected to partner with AdvancED, the world’s largest accrediting and school improvement organization, to develop the new AdvancED Standards for Quality Early Learning Schools. The Standards are designed to specifically support early childhood education best practices and continuous improvement but also align with AdvancED’s overall accreditation process...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa (PRWEB) March 09, 2012--The "Number 1 Childcare Franchise in the U.S.," Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School©, is pleased to announce that three of its executives earned recognition as graduates from the Certified Franchise Executive Program from the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives this month at the International Franchise Association's annual conference.
Cindy Chapman, Director of Licensing & Corporate Operations, Dana Kline, Vice President of Operations, and Rob Skibjak, Director of Real Estate completed a comprehensive course of study in franchise management offered by the institute, which is the academic branch of the International Franchise Association's Educational Foundation...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa (PRWEB) March 07, 2012 - The "Number 1 Childcare Franchise in the U.S.," Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School©, is pleased to announce its Chicago Schools have been recognition as "Best Child Care Center for 2012" by The Daily Herald, a Chicagoland daily newspaper.
“We are extremely proud of our Chicago schools and franchisees for earning recognition as the Best Child Care Center in Chicagoland,” said Lisa Fisher, Director of Communications for GSI. “Their commitment to the children, their communities and The Goddard School brand is exemplified in the winning of this award.”
According to the Daily Herald, the businesses highlighted represent the best in the Chicagoland area -- as voted by its readers...

Nation’s No. 1 Childcare Franchise Continues Growth with ‘Best in Class’ Social Media Interaction Program
King of Prussia, PA (PRWEB) March 05, 2012 - Throughout 2011, Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), continued to establish itself as a “Best in Class” Social Media leader in the childcare industry by launching several integrated Social Media campaigns, including Goddard Community Games Virtual Tour 2011 and 2012, Goddard School Block Party Campaign and Application, The Goddard Cares Project, and Choose for Charity campaign. For its efforts, GSI was officially recognized with a Social Media Star Award from the Philadelphia Business Journal.
“We were thrilled to be recognized as a Social Media leader by the Philadelphia Business Journal,” said Ashley Betzendahl, Social Web Communications Manager of Goddard Systems, Inc...

Nation’s No. 1 Childcare Franchise Continues Growth with ‘Best in Class’ Financing Program
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (PRWEB) February 12, 2012 - Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the nation’s No. 1 childcare franchise, refused to slow its growth in 2011. In fact, the 380-plus-school franchise opened 19 new schools while awarding another 28, completely bucking the trend of slow growth in other franchise systems.
The established franchisor was able to continue opening new schools in new territories through the creation of an aggressive, “best in class” financing program designed to help a wider-scope of would-be franchisees get into business for themselves while also aiding existing franchisees’ hopes of opening another school...

Nation’s no. 1 childcare franchise added 29 locations in 2011; plans more in 2012.
King of Prussia, Pa (PRWEB) February 10, 2012 - The “Number 1 Childcare Franchise in the U.S.,” Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School©, has been recognized as a World-Class franchise for 2012 by The Franchise Research Institute. GSI is listed at No. 15.
“We are proud of this announcement, as it further supports our franchise development efforts,” said Tony Padulo, Vice President of Franchise Development. “The validation of our franchisees, coupled with steady growth throughout an extremely challenging economic climate has helped us maintain strong recognition within the franchise community...

Preschool franchises invite families to discover how playful learning builds skills to help prevent bullying.
King of Prussia, PA (PRWEB) February 09, 2012 - For the second year, Goddard Schools® throughout the country are taking a proactive approach to bully prevention by offering a week-long celebration beginning that places key focus on its FLEXTM Learning Program, a curriculum focused on play-based learning, as well as friendship. The weeklong learning activities will also focus on teaching children about playing well with others and accepting each other's differences.
“Bullying happens every day—even right here in our own community. According to Stompoutbullying.org, one out of every four children is bullied...

Nation’s No. 1 Childcare Franchise Earns Acknowledgment of High Quality Educational Programs
King Of Prussia, Pa (PRWEB) January 25, 2012 - Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the nation’s No. 1 childcare franchise, received Middle States Corporate Accreditation in recognition of its high quality early childhood educational programs. The Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools is one of three accreditation units of this regional accrediting body.
“This recognition is an additional acknowledgement of the work GSI does to ensure Goddard Schools maintain high quality early childhood education programs,” said Sue Adair, Director of Education of the 380-plus location school franchise...

P21 Organization Advocates 21st Century School Readiness
King of Prussia, PA (PRWEB) January 23, 2012 - The “Number 1 Childcare Franchise in the U.S.,” Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), franchisor of The Goddard School©, is pleased to announce its recognition as Strategic Council Member of the important national organization The Partnership for 21st Century Skills (P21).
“As the leader in our industry, we recognize the value of exploring new methods, technologies and strategies to enhance The Goddard School experience for each child,” said Dzana Homan, Chief Operating Officer of GSI. “By not only having a voice, but absorbing the intelligence from leaders of some of the world’s top educational brands, being recognized as a Strategic Council Member of P21 is a privilege and a powerful resource for ideas and innovations to come...

Goddard Schools Nationwide Announces College Scholarship
King of Prussia, PA (PRWEB) January 17, 2012 - Goddard Schools across the country are reaching out to all Goddard School alumni. The organization is accepting applications for its fourth annual $10,000 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship. The application deadline, February 19, 2012, is quickly approaching.
The scholarship is awarded to a Goddard School alumnus each year to use toward his or her education at an accredited college or university.
“The Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship provides financial support to a graduate of The Goddard School who demonstrates an excellent work ethic, commitment to family and community and a love of learning,” says Joe Schumacher, chief executive officer for Goddard Systems, Inc...

The Goddard School Announces College Scholarship
King Of Prussia, PA (Grassroots Newswire) November 07, 2011 – The Goddard School is reaching out to all Goddard School alumni. The organization has just announced that it will be accepting applications for its fourth annual $10,000 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship.
The scholarship is awarded to a Goddard School alumnus each year to use toward his or her education at an accredited college or university.
"The Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship provides financial support to a graduate of The Goddard School who demonstrates an excellent work ethic, commitment to family and community and a love of learning," says Joe Schumacher, chief executive officer for Goddard Systems, Inc...

Leading Early-Education Franchise Taps Former Huntington Learning Centers, Inc. Exec as New COO King Of Prussia, PA (Grassroots Newswire) - In its continuing efforts as the leading early education franchise in the nation, Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI) has hired Dzana Homan, former CEO of Huntington Learning Centers, Inc. as Chief Operating Officer. An experienced franchisee and franchise executive, Homan will bring years of business leadership experience to the well-known Goddard School brand.

"With a solid background in business, education and franchising, I feel that Dzana will add a tremendous amount of experience and leadership to our team," said Joseph Schumacher, president and CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc. "As a fresh new voice in the company, her vast knowledge and understanding of franchise development and technology will be an asset to our brand's growth strategy moving forward...

Leading early-education franchise taps former AAMCO exec as new VP of Franchise Sales and Development King Of Prussia, PA (Grassroots Newswire) – Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI) has been ranked the #1 childcare franchise for 10 years in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, but it's not resting on its laurels. The nearly 400-unit early-education leader has been preparing for 2011 and beyond by carefully bolstering their corporate staff to improve its franchise development division. Anthony Padulo, a 30-year franchising veteran and Certified Franchise Executive, is the latest addition to the company and will head Franchise Sales and Development in 2011 and beyond.

"We're thrilled to have such an experienced member of the franchising industry join our ranks," said Joseph Schumacher, CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc...

Scholarship to be given to an eligible junior or senior high school student King Of Prussia, PA (Grassroots Newswire) – The Goddard School® is calling out to all Goddard School alumni. The organization has just announced that it will be accepting applications for its annual $10,000 Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship.

The scholarship is given to one Goddard School alumnus each year and helps to finance the tuition of the college or university of the student's choice.

"The Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship provides financial support to a graduate from The Goddard School who currently demonstrates excellent work ethic and perserverance at their high school," says Joe Schumacher, chief executive officer for Goddard Systems, Inc...

Childcare franchisor highlights toys that encourage learning through play King Of Prussia, PA (Grassroots Newswire) - Are you shopping for a preschool-aged child this holiday season? Look no further! Children and educators from select Goddard Schools – leaders in early childhood education – have announced their top toy picks for children ages two to six years old for the 2010 holiday shopping season. The Goddard School® Toy Test is the only national toy test designed exclusively for children in the preschool age range.

The Goddard School is dedicated to providing an environment where teachers support the nurturing and learning children want and need. It is with this focus that Goddard Systems, Inc., named the number one childcare franchise company for the ninth year in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, has released its third annual list of top toy finalists...

This October, Play For Tomorrow And Goddard Systems Take The Lead Nationwide In Highlighting The Power Of Play In Learning

The Exclusive Preschool Sponsor of the First National Ultimate Block Party, Goddard Will Spread the Message with Mini Block Parties Across the Country
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., Sept. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- In 1981, 40% of children's time was spent in play. By 1997, that number had shrunk to only 25%(1). In the last two decades, kids have lost eight hours of free play per week and 30,000 schools across the U.S. have eliminated recess to make time for more academic study(2) - despite scientific findings that link recess to better concentration and more effective learning.

This October, Goddard Systems, named the #1 childcare franchise company for the ninth year in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, is taking a stand, nationally and locally, for the power of play in learning...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Goddard Systems, Inc., named the number one child care franchise company for the eighth year in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, announced today that Joseph Schumacher has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2010. He succeeds his brother, Phil Schumacher, who is retiring at the beginning of next January after seven years in the role.

"Goddard Systems, Inc. provides a level of quality that surpasses anything currently available in the child care industry," said Joseph Schumacher. "The Goddard School® is the franchise system for success-oriented entrepreneurs. I look forward to continuing the company's unparalleled support for our franchisees, directors and teachers while further expanding the innovative programs for which the company is known...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Goddard Systems, Inc., franchisor of The Goddard School® has been recognized as a world-class franchisor by the Franchise Research Institute®, an organization dedicated to promoting high standards of excellence throughout the franchising industry. This recognition was based on the results of a FranSurvey®, a survey that evaluates the relationship between franchisees and their franchisor.

Among the most notable responses received from Goddard School franchisees: 96 percent of respondents gave a positive rating on the overall quality of Goddard Systems, Inc. as a franchisor 95 percent of respondents gave a positive rating on their likelihood to recommend The Goddard School franchise to a prospective franchisee 94 percent of respondents gave a positive rating of the long-term growth potential for the business 95 percent of respondents gave a positive rating of the success of their franchise and the franchise system "We are very pleased to be recognized as a top franchisor," said Philip Schumacher, CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc...

KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., March 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Goddard Systems, Inc., named the number one child care franchise company for the eighth year in a row by Entrepreneur magazine, is proud to announce it has joined World Wildlife Fund's 2009 Earth Hour. A global call to action on climate change, during Earth Hour on Saturday, March 28th at 8:30 p.m. hundreds of millions of people around the world will turn off their lights for one hour in a vote for action on the climate crisis.

Across 320 Goddard Schools nationwide, more than 40,000 children will help spread the message that by working together, each one of them can make a positive impact in working towards a sustainable future. The Goddard Schools will launch an entire week of activities and lesson plans beginning March 23rd leading up to a big celebration for the Stepping Up for the Environment event on March 27th at 10 a...