FRANCHISE DIRECTORY
Child Education Franchise Opportunities
A Grade Ahead
Meenal Singhal, Founder
A Grade Ahead is an educational enrichment program that offers after-school math and English lessons for students from preschool through 12th grade. Founded in 2001 by Meenal and Parag Singhal, the program emphasizes progression over time and encourages the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A Grade Ahead provides services through local Enrichment Academies and an Enrichment at Home program, catering to a diverse range of students seeking to enhance their academic performance.
A Place to Grow
Jennifer Legere, Owner
A Place to Grow is an early learning center that offers a safe and enriching environment for children, emphasizing a "whole child" approach that connects nature with learning both indoors and outdoors. Founded in 2005, the organization began franchising in 2021, providing a proven business model developed over 15 years in the childcare industry.
A Plus All Subjects Tutoring Inc.
Anna Marie Panetta, CEO
A Plus All Subjects Tutoring Inc. is a private tutoring company that offers personalized, one-on-one lessons across various subjects and grade levels. Established in 1976, the company provides services through in-home sessions, chosen locations, or virtual platforms, aiming to enhance students' academic performance and confidence.
Above Grade Level In-Home Tutoring
Daniel Herrick, CEO
Above Grade Level In-Home Tutoring is a franchise-based educational service that offers personalized, one-on-one tutoring sessions for K-12 students in the comfort of their homes. The company provides instruction in subjects such as mathematics, English, reading comprehension, grammar, chemistry, physics, and standardized test preparation, utilizing a proprietary curriculum developed by an international team of education experts. This curriculum is continuously updated to ensure students receive the most effective instruction possible.
Abrakadoodle
Rosemarie Hartnett, President & Cofounder
Abrakadoodle is a children's art education franchise that offers creative art classes, camps, and special events for children aged 2 through middle school. The company operates as a mobile, home-based business model, partnering with schools, community centers, and other venues to deliver its programs.
Areteem Intelligence Planet is a franchise offering STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) learning centers for K-12 students. They provide after-school math and hands-on STEAM programs designed to enhance students' academic development.
Art Paper Scissors
Alberto Lugo, CEO
Art Paper Scissors is a children's art studio offering a variety of programs designed to foster creativity and self-expression among individuals of all ages. Their services include educational art classes, art and craft events, open studio time, birthday parties, social and fundraising events, workshops, summer and day camps, and special activities for both children and adults.
Baby Sensory USA
Lin Day, CEO
Baby Sensory USA is a franchise specializing in sensory development programs for infants from birth to 13 months. Their classes are designed to stimulate babies' senses and support early development through various activities.
Celebree School
Laura Rice, CMO
Celebree School is a franchise organization specializing in early childhood education, offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Their curriculum emphasizes a balance of education and fun, aiming to foster a love for learning in a nurturing environment.
Challenge Island
Sharon Estroff, Founder/CEO
Challenge Island is a franchise organization specializing in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education for children. They offer a wide range of programs, including after-school classes, in-school field trips, summer camps, birthday parties, and virtual learning experiences. Their curriculum emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among students.
Children's Lighthouse
Michael Brown, President
Children's Lighthouse is a franchise organization specializing in values-based early childhood education, offering care for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Their proprietary curriculum emphasizes a balanced approach to learning, fostering cognitive, social, and emotional development in a nurturing environment.
Child's Play Challenge Courses
Lauren Borawski, Cofounder & Franchisor
Child's Play Challenge Courses is a franchise organization specializing in mobile obstacle course events for children and adults. They provide portable obstacle courses designed to promote physical activity, problem-solving, and team-building in various settings, including birthday parties, school programs, carnivals, and corporate events. Their services are adaptable for both indoor and outdoor venues, ensuring year-round accessibility.
Code Ninjas
Navin Gurnaney, CEO
Code Ninjas is a Texas limited liability company that offers franchised coding centers for children. Their headquarters are located at 11200 West Broadway St., Suite 2731, Pearland, TX 77584. For general inquiries, you can contact them toll-free at (855) 446-4652.
Drama Kids
Faith Gavelek, President
rama Kids International is a franchise that offers developmental drama programs for children and teens.They provide after-school drama classes, summer camps, and other programs aimed at building confidence, public speaking skills, and creativity.It is a franchise that is home based, with classes held at various locations.
Fundraising University
Mike Bahun, CEO
Fundraising University is a franchise that specializes in providing fundraising services to schools, sports teams, and other similar organizations.They offer a range of fundraising programs and support to help these groups achieve their financial goals.It is a service based franchise.
Huntington Learning Center
Eileen Huntington, Cofounder & CEO
Huntington Learning Center is a franchise that provides supplemental education services. They offer tutoring and test preparation programs for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. They focus on individualized learning programs.
Ivybrook Academy
Drew McWilliams, President
Ivybrook Academy is a franchise that offers a unique half-day preschool program. They combine elements of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and traditional teaching philosophies. It is a franchise within the early childhood education sector.
Kiddie Academy
Joshua Frick, President
Kiddie Academy is a franchise that specializes in providing educational childcare services. They offer programs for children ranging from infants to 12 years old, focusing on both academic and social-emotional development. It is a franchise within the early childhood education sector.
Kumon
Mino Tanabe, CEO
Kumon is an after-school math and reading enrichment program.It operates through a franchise model, where individuals open and manage Kumon Learning Centers.It is within the supplemental education sector.
Lightbridge Academy
Gigi Schweikert Schweikert, CEO
Lightbridge Academy is a franchise that provides early education and childcare services.They focus on creating a nurturing and educational environment for children, with a strong emphasis on their "Circle of Care" philosophy.It is a franchise within the early childhood education sector.
Mathnasium
Christina El-Saden, Sr. Director of Marketing
Mathnasium is a franchise that provides math-only learning centers for students from elementary to high school.They offer tutoring and enrichment programs focusing on building math skills and understanding.It is a franchise within the supplemental education sector.
Primrose Schools
Jo Kirchner, CEO
Primrose Schools is a franchise that provides accredited private preschool education and childcare services.They offer early childhood education programs for children from infants to pre-kindergarten, as well as after-school programs.It is a franchise within the early childhood education sector.
School of Rock
Rob Price, CEO
School of Rock is a franchise that provides performance-based music education. They offer music lessons and programs for children and adults, with a focus on learning through playing in bands and performing live shows. It is a franchise within the music education and entertainment industry.
Snapology
Nancy Bigley, Brand President
Snapology is a franchise that provides STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) education programs for children. They utilize LEGO® bricks, K'Nex®, and technology to engage children in hands-on learning through classes, camps, workshops, and parties. It operates within the children's enrichment and education sector.
Sylvan Learning
Susan Valverde, Brand President
Sylvan Learning is a franchise that provides supplemental education services. They offer tutoring and test preparation programs for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. It is a franchise within the supplemental education sector.
Building Kidz School offers an innovative concept focused on early childhood education and before and after school care for school-age children. We establish commitment, character, and confidence in children through our specialization in Performing Arts and excellent academic curriculum. And not only are we committed to revolutionizing early childhood education and care, but we are also improving the lives of children worldwide. In fact, 25% of Franchisor profits are used to help the lives of underprivileged children around the globe. If you have a passion for children, education, and the arts, then join us as we change the way the world thinks about education!
At Celebree Schools, our child care franchise delivers a safe, nurturing, friendly, state-of-the-art learning environment that fosters a solid foundation for lifelong success. Our vision is to be the recognized leader in providing the best care and education for infants, preschool and school-age children.
An international educational enrichment franchise, Challenge Island is an award-winning institution at the forefront of S.T.E.A.M. education. The program gives children a unique learning experience by offering imaginative journeys to a wide range of thematic islands, each offering action-packed challenges. Children work in collaboration using only the materials provided in their treasure chests to complete the challenges, fostering cooperation and creativity. The "island" format offers flexibility for an array of cross-cultural material while helping elementary school children develop communication and critical thinking while catering specifically to the most important trends in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
At Ivybrook Academy, we provide a progressive approach to early childhood education, which values students' voices within our vibrant community and cultivates compassionate citizens who find joy in learning. Children's unique voices must be heard and ideas honored as they actively participate in their learning. This is best achieved through a multi-sensory, discovery-based approach to early childhood education.
For more than 30 years, The Goddard School has used the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners. The Goddard School's AdvancED- and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX. Learning Program reaches children in 38 states, and our comprehensive play-based curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success. Our unique preschool teaching philosophy includes:
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics)
- Enrichment
- Nurturing Environment
- Safety
Young Rembrandts is a business that partners with pre-schools, elementary schools, and community centers to augment or supply art education. Our franchisees have a strong reputation for offering well-organized classes and teaching high quality art curriculum in a fun and powerful environment. The Young Rembrandts franchise model empowers our franchisees to be local leaders, recognized for providing an award winning service to children, promoting art, education, and creativity. Their staff empowers children by teaching them core art and learning skills that are necessary to succeed in life. As their business grows, flourishes, and excels, so do they.
Omega Learning Center represents the next generation of educational learning centers, offering a complete range of educational services under one roof. Our full-service locations offer tutor services, test preparation, after school programs, online classes, and private schooling to parents who have chosen to prioritize spending on services that will positively impact their children's futures.
Brain Balance has a program that meets the ever-expanding needs of families across the country who experience challenges that may come with neurodivergence or learning disorders. Whether parents are looking to improve their child's attention, memory, and problem-solving, or want to improve their stress and mood management, Brain Balance can help. Kids are struggling, parents want to help but don't always know where to start, and receive conflicting messages. We know how parents feel, and what they want for their kids, and we know how to deliver meaningful results.
At Tierra Encantada, we set both families and franchise owners up for long-term success. Families benefit from a premium Spanish immersion childcare experience that gives their children a head start in their education, helping them flourish in a warm, play-based environment.
For franchise owners, Tierra Encantada offers the opportunity to build a thriving business while making a positive impact in their community. With the childcare industry growing, our unique Spanish immersion approach puts franchise partners at the forefront of this expanding market, offering both business growth and the satisfaction of delivering exceptional early education.
Club SciKidz is an educational and technology enrichment program for children ages 4 to 15 that utilizes interactive presentations of structured science-themed activities in a fun, nurturing environment.
We are the leading STEM summer camp company with our summer camps making up a very large percent of our business. We also offer other revenue streams during the non-camp season.
Our programs appeal to children who have a genuine interest in how things work; what things are made of and how science works in the real world.
We feel there is nothing more rewarding than owning your own business especially when you are providing skills that will enhance the lives of young children and teens.
There is no one that offers the number of programs that we have in both science and technology with over 60 different summer camp themes and years of curriculum in after-school programs.
Best in Class Education Center is a leading supplemental education franchise specializing in after-school tutoring and academic enrichment programs for K-12 students. We focus on personalized learning to help students excel academically while building confidence and lifelong learning skills.
Do you dream of a career in art? You can give a creative outlet to local children, make an impact in your community, and build the business of your dreams. Start your own franchise of Children’s Art Classes. All of our teachers become “Children’s Art Classes Certified” to show the detailed level of training you’ll receive. We’ve been teaching art to children for nearly 25 years with thousands of children taught, so you’ll be learning from the best.
Own an art studio franchise utilizing our formula for success! This company was started with the CEO's unemployment checks in the middle of the economy crash with no money for advertising - yet while many established businesses in our neighborhood didn't survive, we quickly grew just by word of mouth. Color it In (formerly Art with Sara) has become known for our quality art classes, art parties, and art camps. Owning a Color it In franchise will be like owning two businesses in one with our added walk-in Open Studio feature in which anyone can take an easy, fun lesson without committing to a class series. We have geared our company to provide you with knowledge, support and training that will allow you to be your own boss in the most fun and creative industry.
When it comes to choosing a franchise to buy into, you certainly have quite a few options. At Engineering For Kids, we believe that our kids’ education franchise is the best choice, and for a variety of reasons. Our opportunity not only gives owners the freedom to be their own boss and take control of their financial future but to also make a positive change in the lives of children throughout their community. Engineering For Kids offers low start-up costs and franchise fees and doesn’t require a retail location, which greatly minimizes the initial financial investment and makes the opening process much easier. Additionally, you won’t need a large staff to start. As far as growth, STEM education is a hot topic and many schools are implementing STEM programs in their facilities. With new standards requiring that students have a firm understanding of these subjects, there is a need for supplementary programs that will help kids grasp these concepts. Engineering For Kids is here to fill that need.
Mad Science® is the world leader in science enrichment programming. Our STEM programs help kids see the fun side of science and allow them to explore the world in an interactive environment that feels like play! We operate over 100 franchise locations across 20 different countries. Unlock your success by partnering with the world’s market leader in providing fun, hands-on, science-based programs and activities with close to 40 years of experience. You will tap into a year-round business with 6 steady revenue streams - after-school programs, pre-school programs, camps, birthday parties, workshops and special events. Our extensive and innovative programs also include NASA® Academy of Future Space Explorers and BRIXOLOGY Engineering Program featuring LEGO® bricks. The Mad Science Group® attracts media attention including CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and hundreds of community newspaper and television stations around the world. It is a powerful brand name with 122,000 annual presentations and 144 MILLION annual consumer impressions. This franchise has a proven business model with more than 40 years of franchising experience.
Taste Buds Kitchen is a kids kitchen by day & an adult byob kitchen by night. Taste Buds Kitchen offers fun, hands-on, engaging, cooking classes, camps, parties and corporate events in incredibly stylish, upscale facilities for ages 2 to 99! The extensive support, streamlined and easy to follow path to success provided by the expert leadership team makes this an ideal, sought-after, emerging franchise. Taste Buds Kitchens are delighting guests through delicious culinary entertainment experiences while inspiring a love of the kitchen and creating cherished memories for all!