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How Much Does a Creative World School Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Creative World School franchise costs between $5,767,050 and $10,143,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $75,000.

$5,767,050

Minimum Investment

$10,143,500

Maximum Investment

$75,000

Franchise Fee

$75,000 – $80,000

Fee Range

Creative World School Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $75,000

Fee Range $75,000 – $80,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $75,000 – $80,000

Creative World School Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $75,000 – $80,000

Initial Franchise Fee (1) Lump Sum · Signing Franchise Agreement $75,000 – $80,000

Real Estate $3,678,000 – $6,260,000

Building / Leasehold Improvements, not including landscaping, irrigation, sidewalk, trail and fencing As Agreed · By agreement with provider $3,500,000 – $6,000,000

Architectural/Enginee ring, Legal & Accounting Services As Agreed · By agreement with provider $175,000 – $250,000

Utility Deposits Prior to opening $3,000 – $10,000

Equipment & Assets $827,000 – $1,040,000

Landscaping, Irrigation, Sidewalk, Trail, Fencing, Playground Equipment, and Playground Surfacing Lump Sum or Installments $800,000 – $1,000,000

Signage Lump Sum · Within 60 days of opening School $12,000 – $20,000

Opening Inventory and Supplies Lump Sum · Within 60 days of opening School $15,000 – $20,000

Training $10,000 – $20,000

Training Expenses (lodging, food, travel) As Agreed $10,000 – $20,000

Working Capital & Reserves $25,000 – $150,000

Additional Funds - 3 months $25,000 – $150,000

Other Costs $1,152,050 – $2,593,500

Land Costs As Agreed · By agreement with provider $750,000 – $1,500,000

Impact Fees and Utility Connection Fees Lump Sum · Prior to construction $100,000 – $500,000

Opening Package Fee As Agreed · By agreement with us or our designee $275,000 – $500,000

Grand Opening Advertising Within 60 days of opening School $15,000 – $50,000

Insurance Lump sum $9,000 – $40,000

Accreditation Fee Lump Sum $2,000

Systems Standards Fee (3 months) Lump Sum · Monthly $1,050 – $1,500

Total Estimated Investment $5,767,050 – $10,143,500

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

Creative World School's minimum investment of $5,767,050 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$5,767,050

Creative World School Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$10,143,500

Creative World School Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Creative World School?

The total startup cost for a Creative World School franchise ranges from $5,767,050 to $10,143,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $3,678,000 to $6,260,000.

How much is the Creative World School franchise fee?

The Creative World School franchise fee is $75,000, with a range of $75,000 to $80,000 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 Creative World School a good investment?

Creative World School requires a total franchise investment of $5,767,050 to $10,143,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 62/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Creative World School franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Creative World School franchise owner make?

Creative World School franchise locations report median gross sales of $2,471,911 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Creative World School franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.