Kiddie Academy

The Kiddie Academy franchise was founded in 1981 by George and Pauline Miller to provide education-based childcare. The brand does this by providing franchisees with curriculum and helping them obtain all the licenses and permits necessary to build and operate the business. Fast forward to today, and the brad has grown to be an award-winning leader in the industry, with recognition from Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Franchise Times as a great franchise opportunity. The Kiddie Academy franchise is for educators who are looking to provide children with the best education and care possible, as well as the opportunity to have a great work-life balance that many strive for their entire careers. 

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Kiddie Academy Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

When it comes to parenting, there is nothing more important than making sure that your child is cared for and educated. But both of these aspects of parenting can be costly. Factoring in childcare and education are important parts of a family's budget. For those looking to get into business with a franchise that deals with childcare and education, the Kiddie Academy is great franchise opportunity for you. The brand was founded in 1981 by George and Pauline Miller to provide education-based childcare. The franchise does this by providing franchisees with curriculum and helping them obtain all the licenses and permits necessary to build and operate the business. Fast forward to today, and the brad has grown to be an award-winning leader in the industry, with recognition from Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Franchise Times as a great franchise opportunity.
The franchise will allow you to achieve the work-life balance that you've been striving for your entire career. With over 280 open Academies and 30-40 more locations projected to open annually, the franchise is continually exploring opportunities across the U.S. There are four pillars to what the franchise wants to do: developmentally appropriate curriculum, technology education, health and fitness, and character essentials. In terms of support and training, the franchise provides site selection and a construction team, offers finance options, a marketing strategy, and support before and after a location is open.  If you are interested a franchise option that allows you to provide quality childcare and educational services to your community, then the Kiddie Academy is the opportunity for you.  

Company Details

Founded: 1981
Franchising since: 1992
Canada: No
International: No  

Support and Training Offered By Kiddie Academy

In terms of support and training, the franchisee can expect help with site selection, financing options, help from the construction team to build the location, marketing materials, and support before and after the locations' opening. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Kiddie Academy Franchise.

What does a Kiddie Academy Franchise Cost?

Kiddie Academy franchise fees for 2024:

Liquid Capital: $250,000
Net Worth: $750,000
Total Investment: $402,000 - $877,000 (Leased), $3,762,000 - $5,967,000 (Purchased)
Franchise Fee: $135,000

Is Kiddie Academy a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Kiddie Academy is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Kiddie Academy a Home Based franchise?

No. Kiddie Academy is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Kiddie Academy Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Kiddie Academy franchisees make. Kiddie Academy offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Kiddie Academy Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Kiddie Academy franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Kiddie Academy Looking for International franchisees?

No. Kiddie Academy franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Kiddie Academy's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Education, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Kiddie Academy Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Kiddie Academy franchises for sale. We may have Kiddie Academy franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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