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How Much Does a Gideon Math & Reading Franchise Cost?

2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Gideon Math & Reading franchise costs between $138,500 and $291,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $30,000.

$138,500

Minimum Investment

$291,000

Maximum Investment

$30,000

Franchise Fee

Gideon Math & Reading Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $30,000

Gideon Math & Reading Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Gideon Math & Reading franchise, as reported in the 2024 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

$Gideon Math & Reading minimum investment breakdown$

Maximum Investment

$Gideon Math & Reading maximum investment breakdown$

Franchise Fee $30,000

Gideon Initial Franchise Fee Cash · At the time the Franchise Agreement is signed $30,000

Real Estate $35,000 – $143,000

Leasehold Improvements As Agreed · As arranged $30,000 – $130,000

First Month's Rent As Agreed · As arranged $2,500 – $6,500

Security Deposit As Agreed · As arranged $2,500 – $6,500

Equipment & Assets $0 – $1,000

Tablet& PC Computer As Agreed · Before your Center opens $0 – $1,000

Training $10,000 – $12,000

Gideon Initial Training Fee Cash · At the time the Franchise Agreement is signed $10,000

Training Travel Expenses As Agreed · As arranged $0 – $2,000

Working Capital & Reserves $15,000 – $39,000

Required Additional Funds - Six Months Rent Cash · As arranged $15,000 – $39,000

Other Costs $48,500 – $66,000

Gideon Initial Opening Materials Kit Fee Cash · At the time the Franchise Agreement is signed $20,000

Exterior Sign As Agreed · Before your Center opens $5,000 – $10,000

Booklet Shelving As Agreed · Before your Center opens $8,500 – $9,500

Student Tables As Agreed · Before your Center opens $4,000 – $6,000

Furniture and Décor As Agreed · Before your Center opens $2,000 – $5,000

Initial Opening Marketing As agreed · As arranged $5,000

Professional Fees As Agreed · As arranged $1,000 – $3,000

Opening Kit Shipping As Agreed · As arranged $500 – $2,000

Student Chairs As Agreed · Before your Center opens $1,000 – $2,000

Insurance As Agreed · Before your Center opens $1,000 – $1,500

Business License & Registration As Agreed · Before your Center opens $0 – $1,000

Phone, Utilities, and Online Subscriptions As Agreed · As arranged $500 – $1,000

Total Estimated Investment $138,500 – $291,000

How Does Gideon Math & Reading Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

Gideon Math & Reading's minimum investment of $138,500 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$138,500

Gideon Math & Reading Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$291,000

Gideon Math & Reading Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Gideon Math & Reading?

The total startup cost for a Gideon Math & Reading franchise ranges from $138,500 to $291,000, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $35,000 to $143,000.

How much is the Gideon Math & Reading franchise fee?

The Gideon Math & Reading franchise fee is $30,000, as disclosed in the 2024 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Gideon Math & Reading a good investment?

Gideon Math & Reading requires a total franchise investment of $138,500 to $291,000 and scores Legal Risk: 64/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Gideon Math & Reading franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Gideon Math & Reading franchise owner make?

Gideon Math & Reading's 2024 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.