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How Much Does a Safari Kid Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Safari Kid franchise costs between $401,540 and $1,776,700 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $70,000.

$401,540

Minimum Investment

$1,776,700

Maximum Investment

$70,000

Franchise Fee

Safari Kid Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $70,000

Fee Range $40,000 – $70,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $70,000

Safari Kid Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $70,000

Franchise Fee Lump sum $70,000

Real Estate $207,500 – $1,255,000

Build Out of Learning Center [4] $200,000 – $1,200,000

Leased Real Estate [2] $7,500 – $55,000

Equipment & Assets $13,100 – $36,500

Signage [7] Lump sum $6,000 – $15,000

Equipment Lump sum $5,000 – $10,000

Security System $1,000 – $10,000

Supplies Lump sum $1,100 – $1,500

Training $3,900 – $9,500

Training Program Travel Expenses [1] $3,900 – $9,500

Working Capital & Reserves $50,340 – $208,200

Additional Funds [6] $50,340 – $208,200

Other Costs $56,700 – $197,500

Furniture &Materials [3] Lump sum $5,000 – $120,000

Pre-Opening Services Fee Lump sum $30,000

Initial Advertising [5] $15,000

Print, Design, Marketing $2,600 – $9,000

Accounting &Legal Expenses $2,000 – $7,000

Business Permits& Licenses $200 – $6,000

Liability Insurance (for 6 months) Lump sum $1,000 – $6,000

Books Lump sum $900 – $4,500

Total Estimated Investment $401,540 – $1,776,700

How Does Safari Kid Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

Safari Kid's minimum investment of $401,540 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$401,540

Safari Kid Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$1,776,700

Safari Kid Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Safari Kid?

The total startup cost for a Safari Kid franchise ranges from $401,540 to $1,776,700, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $207,500 to $1,255,000.

How much is the Safari Kid franchise fee?

The Safari Kid franchise fee is $70,000, with a range of $40,000 to $70,000 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 Safari Kid a good investment?

Safari Kid requires a total franchise investment of $401,540 to $1,776,700 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 58/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Safari Kid franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Safari Kid franchise owner make?

Safari Kid's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.