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How Much Does a British Swim School Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A British Swim School franchise costs between $122,070 and $168,420 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $39,500.

$122,070

Minimum Investment

$168,420

Maximum Investment

$39,500

Franchise Fee

British Swim School Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $39,500

Fee Range $31,600 – $59,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $60,250

British Swim School Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a British Swim School franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $60,250

Initial Franchise Feeo) Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum Lump Sum · When you sign the Franchise Agreement When you sign the Franchise Agreement $59,500

Technology Fee - 3 months Technology Fee - 3 months As Arranged As Arranged · Monthly Monthly $750

Real Estate $0 – $2,500

Office Security Deposit(12) Office Security Deposit AsArranged As Arranged · As Incurred As Incurred $0 – $1,500

Pool Security Deposits) Pool Security Deposit AsArranged As Arranged · AsArranged As Arranged $0 – $1,000

Equipment & Assets $3,300 – $14,850

Opening Inventory (pool equipment, training supplies, learning aids)(6) Opening Inventory (pool equipment, training supplies, learning aids) AsArranged As Arranged · Before Opening Before Opening $3,050 – $6,100

Office Rent, Office Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment - 3 Months Office Rent, Office Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment - 3 Months AsArranged As Arranged · AsArranged As Arranged $0 – $4,500

Computer System Computer System AsArranged As Arranged · AsArranged As Arranged $0 – $3,500

Signagem Signage AsArranged As Arranged · Before Opening Before Opening $250 – $750

Training $1,700 – $5,200

Training: Travel and Living Expensesm Training: Travel and Living Expenses AsArranged As Arranged · As Incurred As Incurred $1,500 – $5,000

Financial Management Training(8) Financial Management Training As Arranged As Arranged · Before Opening Before Opening $200

Working Capital & Reserves $9,000 – $15,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months(15) Additional Funds - 3 Months AsArranged As Arranged · As Incurred As Incurred $9,000 – $15,000

Other Costs $47,820 – $70,620

Digital Marketing FeesO) Digital Marketing Fees Lump Sum Lump Sum · When your website goes live When your website goes live $17,000

Pre-Marketing and Grand Opening Advertising(13) Pre-Marketing and Grand Opening Advertising AsArranged As Arranged · AsArranged As Arranged $10,000 – $15,000

Pool Usage Fee) - 3 months Pool Usage Fee (5) - 3 months AsArranged As Arranged · AsArranged As Arranged $1,500 – $12,000

First 3 Months of Aquatics Managero 4) First 3 Months of Aquatics Manager AsArranged As Arranged · As Incurred As Incurred $7,500 – $10,500

Insurance Premium(11) Insurance Premium AsArranged As Arranged · Annually Annually $2,400 – $5,000

Postcard Feeso) Postcard Fees Lump Sum Lump Sum · 30 days prior to the Scheduled Opening Date 30 days prior to the Scheduled Opening Date $3,870

SEO Feeso) SEO Fees Lump Sum Lump Sum · When your website goes live When your website goes live $3,600

Chatbot Fee) Chatbot Fee AsArranged As Arranged · Monthly, starting the second full calendar month after signing the Franchise Agreement Monthly, starting the second full calendar month after signing the Franchise Agreement $500 – $1,500

Mailer Program Set- Up Feeo) Mailer Program Set- Up Fee Lump Sum Lump Sum · 30 days prior to the Scheduled Opening Date 30 days prior to the Scheduled Opening Date $1,000

Accountant and Legal Feesoo) Accountant and Legal Fees AsArranged As Arranged · AsArranged As Arranged $300 – $1,000

Mailing List FeeO) Mailing List Fee Lump Sum Lump Sum · 30 days prior to the Scheduled Opening Date 30 days prior to the Scheduled Opening Date $150

Total Estimated Investment $122,070 – $168,420

How Does British Swim School Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

British Swim School's minimum investment of $122,070 is near the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $121,640.

$122,070

British Swim School Min

$121,640

Children's Services Median Min

$168,420

British Swim School Max

$203,700

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a British Swim School?

The total startup cost for a British Swim School franchise ranges from $122,070 to $168,420, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $47,820 to $70,620.

How much is the British Swim School franchise fee?

The British Swim School franchise fee is $39,500, with a range of $31,600 to $59,500 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is British Swim School a good investment?

British Swim School requires a total franchise investment of $122,070 to $168,420 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 50/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full British Swim School franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a British Swim School franchise owner make?

British Swim School franchise locations report median gross sales of $334,634 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our British Swim School franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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