Children’s franchises are excellent business opportunities. Whether you are interested in helping kids succeed in school, providing afterschool daycare, educational enrichment or entertainment, there is a franchise available that fits you. Select a franchise with comprehensive training and support, turn-key marketing and a proven business model. Location is a prime consideration when deciding on a children’s franchise to purchase. Select a location close in proximity to schools and residential areas.
Mathnasium Learning Center is a franchise in operation since 2002 that provides math tutoring and enrichment services for kids in grade school. With a minimum initial investment of $37,000, you receive turn-key marketing tools and join one of the fastest growing children’s franchises in the world. Entrepreneur Magazine ranked it in the top 500 franchises for 2012.
Bricks for Kidz is a growing children’s franchise. Started in 2009, it offers kids ages 3-12 with project-based programs to teach engineering principles using LEGO bricks. This sound business model can be run part-time or full time, and offers classes, camps and birthday parties. Return on investment is high for this franchise, and as of 2012 only has 15 units nationwide. Starting one of these franchises means there’s little to no competition for a similar business opportunity in your geographic area.
Cool de sac is an innovative combination of child activities and dining for parents. Investing in this franchise means kids enjoy challenging activity zones exploring computers, science, arts and more. Compared to the alternative fast food dining, Cool de sac offers healthy fresh food for kids. Parents can enjoy a quiet dining experience while being able to view the activity zone. It’s no wonder Cool de sac’s motto is Eat Well, Play Smart.
Fresh Healthy Vending offers nutritious alternatives to candy bars, soda and fast food. With the recent changes in school policies, certain food in vending machines which used to be placed on school property are no longer allowed. Fresh Healthy Vending offers veggies, fruits, yogurt and smoothies. As a franchisee, you also are assigned a team of location category specialists, to ensure you have the right products for the particular market. Each franchisee is provided their very own team of location category specialists and social media presence online.
Children’s franchises offer more than a career as your own boss, they offer a chance to be an important part of your community. As a business owner, you can select a franchise based on your family’s schedule and individual needs. Consider the following benefits of different types of franchises:
- Tutoring franchises with summer vacation off
- Weekend only or after school hours
- Convenient locations in residential areas
- Demand for the services and turn-key marketing
- Easy to partner with schools and other organizations
Although it is not necessary to have a background in child education, a children’s franchise is the perfect career change or second career for someone with a background as a teacher or administrator. Everything you have learned about working with children or raising kids of your own can help you be successful running a franchise.