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How Much Does a Primrose Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Primrose franchise costs between $6,192,660 and $8,595,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$6,192,660

Minimum Investment

$8,595,000

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

$50,000 – $80,000

Fee Range

Primrose Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Fee Range $50,000 – $80,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000 – $80,000

Primrose Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000 – $80,000

Initial Fee Lump Sum · Signing of Franchise Agreement $50,000 – $80,000

Real Estate $5,296,760 – $7,140,000

Other Real Estate and Development Costs As arranged · As arranged $5,231,760 – $7,040,000

Balance of Real Estate Fee Lump Sum · At the Closing $30,000 – $45,000

Utility Security Deposits As arranged · Before opening $10,000 – $30,000

Real Estate Fee Deposit Lump Sum · Signing of REDA $25,000

Equipment & Assets $313,900 – $433,000

School Equipment and Supplies As arranged · Before opening $313,000 – $383,000

Transportation Vehicle As arranged $900 – $50,000

Training $35,000

Initial Training Fee As arranged · $5,000 at agreement signing; rest at Closing $35,000

Working Capital & Reserves $180,000 – $420,000

Additional Funds - 3 months $180,000 – $420,000

Other Costs $317,000 – $487,000

Financing Cost Lump sum · As arranged $258,000 – $310,000

Marketing, Advertising and Grand Opening As arranged · Before opening $40,000 – $105,000

Miscellaneous As arranged · As arranged $10,000 – $45,000

Insurance Installment · As arranged $5,000 – $20,000

Licenses As arranged $4,000 – $7,000

Total Estimated Investment $6,192,660 – $8,595,000

How Does Primrose Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

Primrose's minimum investment of $6,192,660 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$6,192,660

Primrose Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$8,595,000

Primrose Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Primrose?

The total startup cost for a Primrose franchise ranges from $6,192,660 to $8,595,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $5,296,760 to $7,140,000.

How much is the Primrose franchise fee?

The Primrose franchise fee is $50,000, with a range of $50,000 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 Primrose a good investment?

Primrose requires a total franchise investment of $6,192,660 to $8,595,000 and scores Legal Risk: 69/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Primrose franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Primrose franchise owner make?

Primrose franchise locations report median gross sales of $2,653,188 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Primrose franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.