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How Much Does a Stemtree Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Stemtree franchise costs between $181,400 and $390,600 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $29,500.

$181,400

Minimum Investment

$390,600

Maximum Investment

$29,500

Franchise Fee

Stemtree Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $29,500

Fee Range $29,500 – $44,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $44,500

Stemtree Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $44,500

Franchise Fee Check or wire transfer · Signing of Franchise Agreement $44,500

Real Estate $3,000 – $8,000

Real Property Check or electronic funds transfer ('EFT') · Before Beginning Operations $3,000 – $8,000

Equipment & Assets $6,500 – $13,000

Signage Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $3,000 – $7,000

Furniture and Equipment Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $2,500 – $4,000

Administrative Supplies Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $1,000 – $2,000

Training $1,500 – $2,500

Training Expenses Check or Charge · During Training $1,500 – $2,500

Working Capital & Reserves $20,000 – $25,000

Additional Funds (3 months) Check, Charge, or EFT · Upon Beginning Operations $20,000 – $25,000

Other Costs $105,900 – $297,600

Total16, $90,700 – $195,300

Property Improvements Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $0 – $80,000

Curriculum Related Materials Charge · Before Beginning Operations $6,000 – $8,000

Market Introduction Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $6,000 – $8,000

Insurance Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $1,400 – $2,500

Legal and Accounting Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $1,500 – $2,500

Licenses and Permits Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $100 – $500

Dues and Subscriptions Check or Charge · Before Beginning Operations $100 – $500

Utilities Check, Charge, or EFT · Before Beginning Operations $100 – $300

Total Estimated Investment $181,400 – $390,600

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

Stemtree's minimum investment of $181,400 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$181,400

Stemtree Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$390,600

Stemtree Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Stemtree?

The total startup cost for a Stemtree franchise ranges from $181,400 to $390,600, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $105,900 to $297,600.

How much is the Stemtree franchise fee?

The Stemtree franchise fee is $29,500, with a range of $29,500 to $44,500 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 Stemtree a good investment?

Stemtree requires a total franchise investment of $181,400 to $390,600 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 37/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Stemtree franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Stemtree franchise owner make?

Stemtree's 2025 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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