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How Much Does a Ivybrook Academy Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Ivybrook Academy franchise costs between $540,700 and $869,860 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$540,700

Minimum Investment

$869,860

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

Ivybrook Academy Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Ivybrook Academy Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000 – $0

Initial Franchise Fee Check or wire transfer · Upon signing the franchise agreement $50,000 – $0

Real Estate $303,300 – $0

Construction, Leasehold Improvements Check · As incurred or when billed $277,300 – $0

Rent Deposit Check or debit · Upon signing lease $15,000 – $0

Real Estate and Facility Coordination Fee Check or wire transfer · Upon signing the franchise agreement $10,000 – $0

Utility Deposits Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering service $1,000 – $0

Equipment & Assets $94,000 – $0

Furniture, Fixtures, Classroom Equipment, and Decor Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering $75,000 – $0

Outdoor Classroom (playground equipment) Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering $10,000 – $0

Signage (interior and exterior) Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering $8,000 – $0

Computer Hardware and Software Check, debit, and/or credit · Upon ordering $1,000 – $0

Training $15,400 – $0

Training& Opening Support Fee Check or wire transfer · Upon signing the franchise agreement $15,000 – $0

Pre-opening Travel Expense Check, debit, and/or credit · When incurred $400 – $0

Working Capital & Reserves $30,000 – $0

Additional Funds - 3 Months Varies · Varies $30,000 – $0

Other Costs $48,000 – $869,860

Professional Fees Check · As incurred or when billed $25,000 – $0

Grand Opening Advertising Check, debit, and/or credit · As incurred or when billed $20,000 – $0

Insurance Deposits and Premiums Check · Upon ordering $3,000 – $0

Total Estimated Investment $540,700 – $869,860

How Does Ivybrook Academy Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

Ivybrook Academy's minimum investment of $540,700 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$540,700

Ivybrook Academy Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$869,860

Ivybrook Academy Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Ivybrook Academy?

The total startup cost for a Ivybrook Academy franchise ranges from $540,700 to $869,860, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $48,000 to $869,860.

How much is the Ivybrook Academy franchise fee?

The Ivybrook Academy franchise fee is $50,000, 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 Ivybrook Academy a good investment?

Ivybrook Academy requires a total franchise investment of $540,700 to $869,860 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 69/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Ivybrook Academy franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Ivybrook Academy franchise owner make?

Ivybrook Academy franchise locations report median gross sales of $838,581 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Ivybrook Academy franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.