How Much Does a Safari Kid Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Safari Kid franchise costs between $523,900 and $2,167,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $70,000.

$523,900
Minimum Investment
$2,167,000
Maximum Investment
$70,000
Franchise Fee

Safari Kid Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $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 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
Safari Kid minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
Safari Kid maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $70,000
Franchise Fee Lump sum $70,000
Real Estate $257,500 – $1,445,000
Build Out of Learning Center [6] $250,000 – $1,400,000
Leased Real Estate [3] $7,500 – $45,000
Equipment & Assets $33,000 – $72,000
Signage [8] Lump sum $21,000 – $30,000
Security System $1,000 – $20,000
Equipment, Technology &Appliances [4] Lump sum $6,000 – $12,000
Supplies [1] Lump sum $5,000 – $10,000
Training $3,000 – $6,000
Training Program Travel Expenses [2] $3,000 – $6,000
Working Capital & Reserves $95,000 – $355,000
Additional Funds [10] $95,000 – $355,000
Other Costs $65,400 – $219,000
Furniture &Materials [5] Lump sum $5,000 – $133,000
Pre-Opening Services Fee Lump sum $30,000
Initial Advertising [9] $15,000 – $25,000
Liability Insurance (for 12 months) [7] Lump sum $6,000 – $12,000
Accounting &Legal Expenses $2,000 – $7,000
Curriculum Books& Materials Lump sum $3,900 – $4,500
Print, Design, Marketing $3,500 – $4,000
Total Estimated Investment $523,900 – $2,167,000

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

Safari Kid's minimum investment of $523,900 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $121,640.

$523,900
Safari Kid Min
$121,640
Children's Services Median Min
$2,167,000
Safari Kid Max
$203,700
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 $523,900 to $2,167,000, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $257,500 to $1,445,000.

How much is the Safari Kid franchise fee?

The Safari Kid franchise fee is $70,000, 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 Safari Kid a good investment?

Safari Kid requires a total franchise investment of $523,900 to $2,167,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 53/100 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 2026 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.

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