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Established Goddard Franchise – Cleveland Area | Business-Only
Business Description
This offering presents a premier Goddard® franchise early childhood education business located in the Cleveland-area suburban market, with over 22 years of continuous operation under consistent family ownership. The school has a long-standing operating history marked by stability, disciplined management, and sustained enrollment demand.
Operating within the highly regarded Goddard® franchise system, the center benefits from rigorous educational standards, structured operational oversight, and strong national brand recognition. The business has earned multiple third-party recognitions and accreditations through state agencies, national early childhood organizations, and community institutions, reflecting a demonstrated commitment to quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Operational Highlights:
- Over two decades of uninterrupted operation at an established location
- Long-term, consistent ownership ensuring operational continuity
- Fully licensed childcare center with nationally recognized accreditation standards
- Strong community reputation supported by independent parent reviews
- Proven historical profitability with established revenue streams
The business benefits from comprehensive franchise support, including standardized curriculum delivery, operational systems, marketing resources, and ongoing professional development. These systems reduce execution risk for new ownership and support a smooth transition. Buyer approval by Goddard Systems, LLC and execution of a new franchise agreement will be required.
The sale includes the operating business, existing enrollment base, trained staff, and established operational systems. Real estate is not included and will be leased back under a long-term structure, providing site stability without the capital requirements of property ownership.
This opportunity is well suited for owner-operators or investors seeking durable cash flow within the essential services sector. Detailed financials, exact location, and additional franchise information are available to qualified buyers upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
Operating within the highly regarded Goddard® franchise system, the center benefits from rigorous educational standards, structured operational oversight, and strong national brand recognition. The business has earned multiple third-party recognitions and accreditations through state agencies, national early childhood organizations, and community institutions, reflecting a demonstrated commitment to quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Operational Highlights:
- Over two decades of uninterrupted operation at an established location
- Long-term, consistent ownership ensuring operational continuity
- Fully licensed childcare center with nationally recognized accreditation standards
- Strong community reputation supported by independent parent reviews
- Proven historical profitability with established revenue streams
The business benefits from comprehensive franchise support, including standardized curriculum delivery, operational systems, marketing resources, and ongoing professional development. These systems reduce execution risk for new ownership and support a smooth transition. Buyer approval by Goddard Systems, LLC and execution of a new franchise agreement will be required.
The sale includes the operating business, existing enrollment base, trained staff, and established operational systems. Real estate is not included and will be leased back under a long-term structure, providing site stability without the capital requirements of property ownership.
This opportunity is well suited for owner-operators or investors seeking durable cash flow within the essential services sector. Detailed financials, exact location, and additional franchise information are available to qualified buyers upon execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 23
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- This is a beautiful and very well maintained school in a high income demographic of Ohio with more than 22 years of experience including a highly qualified staff.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The early childhood education industry remains a stable, high-demand sector nationwide, driven by dual-income households, limited supply of licensed childcare, and consistent year-round demand. Barriers to entry are significant due to licensing requirements, staffing regulations, and facility constraints, which help limit oversupply. Established, well-operated centers benefit from strong enrollment resilience and pricing power relative to other service-based businesses.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Increase the existing enrollment as there is still room for growth.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 10,616
- Rent
- $32,000.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 7/1/2041
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- Franchisor has a mandatory training class
- Financing Options
- N/A SBA
Listing Info
- ID
- 2457871
- Listing Views
- 348
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