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How Much Does a Celebree School Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Celebree School franchise costs between $922,500 and $1,293,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $75,000.

$922,500

Minimum Investment

$1,293,500

Maximum Investment

$75,000

Franchise Fee

Celebree School Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $75,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $82,500

Celebree School Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $82,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · At signing of Franchise Agreement · Paid to Us $75,000

Centralized System Initial Fee Before opening · Paid to Us $7,500

Real Estate $27,000 – $94,000

Lease / Security Deposit Before opening $25,000 – $50,000

Lease (3 months) After opening $0 – $40,000

Utility Deposits Before opening $2,000 – $4,000

Architectural, Civil Design, Permitting, Construction and Interior Improvements $0

Equipment & Assets $374,000 – $508,000

Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Toys Before opening $160,000 – $200,000

Start-Up Supplies and Inventory Before opening $140,000 – $190,000

Information Technology Equipment and Software Before opening $45,000 – $65,000

Exterior and Interior Signs Before opening $12,000 – $25,000

Outdoor Playground Equipment & Surfacing Before opening $9,000 – $15,000

Transportation Vehicle and Associated Expenses Before opening $8,000 – $13,000

Training $32,000 – $35,000

Training Assistance and Opening Support Fee Lump sum · Prior to attending training program · Paid to Us $30,000

Training Expenses Before opening $2,000 – $5,000

Working Capital & Reserves $175,000 – $250,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months (Working Capital) After opening $125,000 – $175,000

Pre-Opening Working Capital Before opening $50,000 – $75,000

Other Costs $232,000 – $324,000

Pre-Opening Enrollment and Grand Opening Marketing Before opening $60,000 – $80,000

Financing Costs Before and after opening $56,000 – $79,000

Professional Fees Before and after opening $40,000 – $50,000

Site Development Assistance Fee Lump sum · At signing of Franchise Agreement · Paid to Us $30,000

Security & Electronic Access System Before opening $20,000 – $30,000

Licenses and Permits Before opening $4,000 – $25,000

Pre-Opening Temporary Welcome Center Expenses Before opening $8,000 – $13,000

Insurance Before opening $3,000 – $5,000

Total Estimated Investment $922,500 – $1,293,500

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

Celebree School's minimum investment of $922,500 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$922,500

Celebree School Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$1,293,500

Celebree School Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Celebree School?

The total startup cost for a Celebree School franchise ranges from $922,500 to $1,293,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $374,000 to $508,000.

How much is the Celebree School franchise fee?

The Celebree School franchise fee is $75,000, 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 Celebree School a good investment?

Celebree School requires a total franchise investment of $922,500 to $1,293,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 56/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Celebree School franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Celebree School franchise owner make?

Celebree School franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,981,871 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Celebree School franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.