Children's Businesses

Advantage College Planning
Participation: Owner Operator

An educational consulting business that guides students through career planning, college selection, college application, and financial aid processes


Adventure Kids Playcare
Participation: Owner Operator

Hourly childcare centers


Amazing Athletes
Participation: Owner Operator

Overview

Amazing Athletes is a youth sports enrichment program that provides non- competitive sports instruction to children aged 2.5 to 12 years old. The franchise offers classes focusing on motor-skill development, social skills, and physical fitness, making it a leader in the children’s fitness industry. The program is designed to instill confidence, teamwork, and a love for physical activity, preparing children for a healthy lifestyle.

History

Founded in 2003, Amazing Athletes was established with the goal of promoting physical activity among young children through a structured, educational program. Over the years, the company has expanded its offerings to include a variety of sports and fitness activities, ensuring that children are exposed to multiple athletic disciplines. Amazing Athletes has grown significantly, both in the number of franchises and in the variety of programs offered.

Investment Breakdown

Initial Investment: The initial investment required to open an Amazing Athletes franchise ranges from $75,000 to $108,500. This includes the franchise fee, initial inventory, marketing materials, and other startup costs.
Franchise Fee: The franchise fee is typically around $49.500.

Ongoing Fees:
Royalty Fee: 8% of gross sales.
Marketing Fund Contribution: 1% of gross sales. This low-cost franchise opportunity is appealing to individuals who are passionate about fitness and working with children, offering a business model with relatively low overhead costs and a strong support system from the franchisor.

Industry Snapshot

The youth sports industry is a rapidly growing sector, driven by increasing awareness of the importance of physical fitness and the benefits of early sports participation. With concerns about childhood obesity and the need for structured physical activity, programs like Amazing Athletes are in high demand. The industry is expected to continue its growth trajectory as parents seek out programs that not only keep their children active but also contribute to their overall development.


Apex Leadership Co.
Participation: Owner Operator

Fundraising solution for schools, sports teams, clubs and other groups while developing students into leaders


Aqua-Tots Swim School
Participation: Executive Model

Swimming lessons for kids 4 months to 12 years old


Arrowsmith Program
Participation: Executive Model

Education franchise focused on cognitive capacity for students


Athletes HQ
Participation: Executive Model

Baseball and softball training academy and retail pro shop


Bach 2 Rock
Participation: Owner Operator

Music schools for children and adults


Best Brains
Participation: Owner Operator

Learning centers


Best In Class Education Center
Participation: Owner Operator

Education center that provides school-aged children with supplemental learning in of mathematics and English


Big Blue Swim School
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Swimming lessons for ages newborn to 10


Bitcoin STEM
Participation: Owner Operator

Home-based or retail location providing educational activities, classes, camps, workshops, conferences, and programs in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math


Brain Balance Centers
Participation: Owner Operator

Supplemental education


Bricks 4 Kidz
Participation: Owner Operator

Classes, camps, and parties build around lego engineering


British Swim School
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Swimming lessons for ages 3 months and older


Building Kidz School
Participation: Owner Operator

Overview

Building Kidz School is a growing franchise in the child education sector, offering early childhood education programs that focus on the performing arts. The franchise provides an engaging curriculum that integrates creativity, social development, and academics to help children build a strong foundation for future learning.

History

Building Kidz School was established with the mission to enhance the lives of children by providing a nurturing environment that promotes creativity and academic growth. Over the years, it has expanded its reach, offering franchise opportunities across various states in the U.S.

Investment Breakdown

  • Initial Investment: The minimum investment required to open a Building Kidz School franchise ranges from $500,000 to $1,000,000.
  • Franchise Fee: The franchise fee typically starts at $50,000.
  • Ongoing Fees: Franchisees are expected to pay a royalty fee of 7% of gross revenues.

Industry Snapshot

The child education franchise industry has been robust, showing resilience even during economic downturns. This sector is driven by the increasing awareness of the importance of early childhood education and the demand for quality child care services. Child education franchises like Building Kidz are well-positioned to benefit from these trends.


Casa de Corazon
Participation: Owner Operator

Spanish immersion intercultural early childhood learning center


Celebree School
Participation: Executive Model

Early childhood education and childcare


Challenge Island
Participation: Owner Operator

Mobile business providing educational programs for children 5-14+


Children's Art Classes
Participation: Owner Operator

Art study to children aged 3-18 that includes painting, drawing, design, printmaking, sculpture, and ceramics


Child’s Play Challenge Courses
Participation: Owner Operator

A mobile business that provides on-site obstacle courses for birthday parties, camp programs, school enrichment


Class 101
Participation: Owner Operator

A college planning services franchise


Club SciKidz
Participation: Owner Operator

Educational and technology enrichment programs for children


Club Z!
Participation: Semi-Absentee

In-home tutoring


Code Ninjas
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Coding education for children


Code Wiz
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Coding, robotics, and STEM enrichment classes and camps for ages 7 to 17


Creative World School
Participation: Owner Operator

Early childhood education centers


D-Bat
Participation: Owner Operator

Indoor, climate-controlled facilities for baseball and softball


Destination Athlete
Participation: Owner Operator

Equipment, apparel, fundraising, & more for youth, high school, & college athletic teams


Drama Kids
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's drama programs in community centers, schools and other convenient locations


Ducklings Early Learning Center
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Early childhood education and daycare


Elite Tutoring Place
Participation: Semi-Absentee

At home tutoring franchise


Engenius Learning Center
Participation: Owner Operator

Academic tutoring for students from elementary school to high school


Engineering for Kids
Participation: Owner Operator

Math, science, technology, and engineering programs and camps for kids


Eye Level Learning Centers
Participation: Owner Operator
Supplemental education

Goldfish Swim School
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Infant and child swimming lessons


GradePower Learning
Participation: Owner Operator

Supplemental educational services for children


Hi-Five Sports
Participation: Owner Operator

Retail space or mobile sports club for pre-K to 8th grade children including sports classes, clinics/leagues, after school enrichment, and camps


Hot Ground Gym
Participation: Owner Operator

Obstacle based fitness, team building, and life skills for children and teenagers


Huntington Learning Center
Participation: Owner Operator

In-person tutoring and test prep services to school-aged students


Imagine Arts Academy
Participation: Owner Operator

Art education through after-school programs, birthday parties, summer and vacation camps


Infinity Martial Arts
Participation: Owner Operator

Martial arts school for kids and adults


Ivy Kids
Participation: Owner Operator

Childcare and early learning


Ivybrook Academy
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Pre-school


JEI Learning Center
Participation: Owner Operator

Supplementary education programs for children and adults


Jovie
Participation: Owner Operator

Part-time and full-time sitters and nannies


KLA Schools
Participation: Owner Operator

Preschool/childcare


Kid to Kid
Participation: Owner Operator

Retail location selling new and used children’s products and maternity items


KidStrong
Participation: Executive Model

Helping kids become smarter, stronger, and of higher character through workouts


Kidcreate
Participation: Owner Operator

Studio or mobile children’s art classes, camps, and art-themed birthday parties


Kiddie Academy
Participation: Owner Operator

Educational childcare


Kidokinetics
Mobile children's physical education programs
Kids 'R' Kids
Participation: Owner Operator

Childcare centers


Kids Empire
Participation: Semi-Absentee

An indoor playground that feature interactive play equipment and activities for children


Kids STEM Studio
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Educational hands-on activities for kids ages 4 to 14 for exploring science, technology, engineering, and math


KidsPark
Participation: Owner Operator

Childcare centers with drop-in care, preschool programs, and private parties for children from 2 to 12


KidzArt
Participation: Owner Operator

Art instruction classes and products for kids


Kinderdance International
Participation: Owner Operator

Dance, gymnastics, and fitness classes for kids


Kumon
Participation: Owner Operator

Supplementary education for children


LeafSpring School
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Early childhood education, including nursery school, preschool, preschool summer camps, private kindergarten


Learning Rx Training Center
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Learning enhancement and cognitive training for kids


LightBridge Academy
Participation: Owner Operator

Childcare/early learning


Lil Kickers
Participation: Owner Operator

Soccer classes, clinics, camps, and parties for kids


Lil' Angels
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's photography business


Little Kitchen Academy
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's cooking classes


Little Medical School
Participation: Executive Model

Healthcare-themed after-school and summer-camp programs


Mad Science
Participation: Owner Operator

Science education and entertainment programs for children


Maple Bear School
Participation: Executive Model

Quality early childhood education that is affordable and inclusive


Math Reactor
Participation: Owner Operator

Fun-first mathematical learning center or studio for kids


Mathnasium
Participation: Owner Operator

Math tutoring and support


Mobius
Participation: Executive Model

A center that provides after-school and summer programs for children from kindergarten through sixth grade that offer experiential learning activities through a balance of STEAM activities and physical play, and other products and services.


Montessori Kids Universe
Pre-schools that provide childcare and early childhood education
My Gym
Participation: Owner Operator

Pre-gymnastics, tumbling, fine and gross motor skills, sports skills, and group interactive activities


N Zone Sports
Participation: Owner Operator

Overview

N Zone Sports is a youth sports franchise that focuses on providing organized sports leagues, camps, and clinics for children. The franchise aims to deliver an exceptional sports experience emphasizing fun, sportsmanship, and skill development.

History

N Zone Sports was established to create a positive and enriching environment for children to learn and play various sports. Over the years, it has expanded its services to numerous locations across the United States, becoming a well- recognized name in youth sports.

Investment Breakdown

Investing in an N Zone Sports franchise involves several costs, including an initial franchise fee, ongoing royalty fees, and marketing costs. The estimated initial investment ranges from $45,000 to $65,000, which covers franchise fees, initial marketing expenses, training, and other startup costs.
 
Initial Franchise Fee: $39,750 - $54,750
Estimated Total Investment: $45,000 - $65,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 7% of gross sales
Marketing Fund Contribution: 1% of gross sales

Industry Snapshot

The youth sports industry is a thriving sector with significant growth potential. As more parents recognize the benefits of physical activity for children, the demand for organized sports programs has increased. The industry is valued at billions of dollars annually, with continuous growth driven by health trends and the increasing focus on children's wellness.


Neighborhood Kids
Pre-school
Nutty Scientists
Participation: Owner Operator

Home-based or retail lab space offering education and entertainment-oriented science programs


Oliver's Nannies
Participation: Executive Model

Babysitting and nanny services


Overtime Athletics
Participation: Executive Model

Youth sports programs


Parker-Anderson Enrichment
Participation: Executive Model

Children’s education, recreation and entertainment interactive enrichment activities, and camps offered within other businesses that cater to children


Pigtails & Crewcuts
Participation: Executive Model

Children's hair salons


Play Street Museum
Participation: Owner Operator

Educationally-focused children’s museums; primarily kids under eight years of age


Prepaze Academy
Participation: Owner Operator

Supplemental learning curriculum in all subjects, standardized test college counseling preparation for K-12 students


Primrose School
Participation: Owner Operator

Educational childcare


Pump It Up
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's entertainment centers


RedLine Athletics
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Fitness and athletic training for ages 8 to 18


RoboThink
Participation: Owner Operator

STEM programs


Romp N Roll
Participation: Owner Operator

Overview

Romp n' Roll is a children's franchise that offers a variety of educational and entertainment services for young children. The franchise focuses on providing a safe and stimulating environment where children can engage in play-based learning through a range of activities such as gym, art, and music classes.

History

Founded with the goal of making early childhood education fun and accessible, Romp n' Roll has grown to become a well-recognized brand in the children's franchise sector. The company emphasizes a unique curriculum designed to promote physical, cognitive, and social development in children.

Investment Breakdown

  • Initial Franchise Fee: $39,500
  • Total Investment Range: $198,700 - $399,150
  • Royalty Fee: 6%
  • Ad Fund Contribution: 2%

These costs cover the franchise fee, equipment, initial inventory, leasehold improvements, and working capital for the first few months of operation (Franchise Direct) (Franchise Direct) .

Industry Snapshot

The children's franchise industry is robust and resilient, with a growing demand for quality educational and recreational programs for children. As parents\ continue to prioritize early childhood education and structured play, franchises like Romp n' Roll are well-positioned to benefit from this trend. The industry is competitive, with several key players offering various forms of child-centric .activities and education.


STEM Builders Learning Center
Participation: Owner Operator

Online Science, Technology, Engineering & Math education and tutoring services


Safari Kid
Participation: Owner Operator

Young children’s learning center


Safe Splash
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Child and adult swimming lessons, parties, summer camps


SafeSplash Swim School
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Child and adult swimming lessons, parties, summer camps


School of Rock
Participation: Owner Operator

Performance-based music schools with a rock music program


Seashore Academy
Participation: Owner Operator

Private education


Sharky's Cuts for Kids
Participation: Owner Operator

Hair salon furnished and designed to attract children and families


Shear Madness Haircuts
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's hair salon


Sit Still
Participation: Owner Operator

Upscale children’s hair salon


Six Pixels
Participation: Owner Operator

STEAM classes, camps, special events, and parties


Skill Samurai
Participation: Owner Operator

STEM and coding academies


Skyhawks
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's fitness programs


Snapology
Participation: Owner Operator

Curriculum-based courses, events and hands on learning experiences using LEGO® brand bricks and K’Nex® brand toys


Snip-Its
Participation: Owner Operator

Children's hair salons, party services


Soccer Shots
Participation: Executive Model

Soccer programs for children ages 2 to 8


Soccer Stars
Participation: Executive Model

Sports education and physical fitness programs to children


Special Strong
Participation: Executive Model

Provides fitness sessions for individuals with physical, mental, and cognitive challenges


SpiderSmart Learning
Participation: Owner Operator

Learning center that will provide tutoring services to school-aged children ages 5 through 18


Steamoji
Participation: Owner Operator

STEM maker academy for children ages 6-15


Stemtree
Participation: Owner Operator

Science, coding, robotics, electronics, and math programs


Sticky Fingers Cooking
Participation: Owner Operator

Mobile cooking school for children


SuperTots
Participation: Executive Model

Sports academy offers sports classes for children ages 18 months to 5 years


Sylvan Learning Centers
Participation: Owner Operator

Supplemental education, STEM camps, college prep


TGA Sports
Participation: Owner Operator

Youth sports programs


The Goddard School
Participation: Owner Operator

Preschool/educational childcare


The Learning Experience
Participation: Owner Operator

Preschool/educational childcare


The Little Gym
Participation: Owner Operator

Gym offering physical fitness, recreational gymnastic, motor skills development, and other programs for children


The Tutoring Center
Participation: Owner Operator

After-school tutoring services for school age students


TheCoderSchool
Participation: Owner Operator

Coding education for kids ages 7 to 18


Tierra Encantada
Participation: Owner Operator

Spanish immersion daycare and preschool


Tippi Toes
Participation: Owner Operator

Dance lessons for children 18 months to 12 years of age


Tumbles
Participation: Owner Operator

Fitness gym and STEAM centers for children aged 4 months to 10 years


Tutor Doctor
Participation: Executive Model

Tutoring services to students of all ages, levels and subjects


Tutu School
Participation: Owner Operator

Ballet school for children


Twinkle Star Dance
Participation: Owner Operator

Dance studios for ages 2 to teens


Valhallan
Participation: Owner Operator

esports tournament and training business


We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gym
Participation: Owner Operator

Sensory gym founded for children with special needs


Webby Dance Company
Participation: Owner Operator

Dance, gymnastics, cheer and yoga classes for children held on-site at schools


XP League
Participation: Owner Operator

Youth esports leagues


Young Rembrandts
Participation: Owner Operator

Drawing classes for ages 3 to 12


Youth Enrichment League
Participation: Owner Operator

After-school and summer enrichment camps and events for children (pre-k-12th grade)


i9 Sports
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Youth sports leagues, camps, and clinics


iCode School
Participation: Semi-Absentee

Computer science education courses for K-12 students