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How Much Does a One River School Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A One River School franchise costs between $266,000 and $492,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $45,000.

$266,000

Minimum Investment

$492,000

Maximum Investment

$45,000

Franchise Fee

One River School Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $45,000

Fee Range $38,250 – $45,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $45,000

One River School Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a One River School franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $45,000

Franchise Fee Wire or Cashier's Check · At Signing of Franchise Agreement and, if applicable, Development Rights Rider $45,000

Real Estate $132,300 – $323,000

Leasehold Improvements As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $123,100 – $309,000

Real Estate/Rent As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $8,000 – $12,000

Utility Deposits As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $1,200 – $2,000

Equipment & Assets $37,000 – $54,000

Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $21,000 – $30,000

Initial Inventory and Merchandise As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $6,000 – $11,000

Signage As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $8,000 – $10,000

Office Equipment and Supplies As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $2,000 – $3,000

Training $2,000 – $3,000

Training As Arranged · During Training $2,000 – $3,000

Working Capital & Reserves $21,000 – $30,000

Additional Funds- For Initial 12- Month Period As Arranged · As Necessary $21,000 – $30,000

Other Costs $28,700 – $37,000

Grand Opening Advertising As Arranged · 60-120 Days Before Beginning Operations $25,000 – $30,000

Insurance As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $1,200 – $3,500

Legal& Accounting As Arranged · Before Beginning Operations $2,500 – $3,500

Total Estimated Investment $266,000 – $492,000

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

One River School's minimum investment of $266,000 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $121,640.

$266,000

One River School Min

$121,640

Children's Services Median Min

$492,000

One River School Max

$203,700

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a One River School?

The total startup cost for a One River School franchise ranges from $266,000 to $492,000, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $132,300 to $323,000.

How much is the One River School franchise fee?

The One River School franchise fee is $45,000, with a range of $38,250 to $45,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2026 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is One River School a good investment?

One River School requires a total franchise investment of $266,000 to $492,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 83/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full One River School franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a One River School franchise owner make?

One River School franchise locations report median gross sales of $766,672 per the 2026 FDD Item 19. See our One River School franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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