Ivy Kids is the premier option for an early education franchise opportunity. We are education experts who are focused on unlocking the potential of every one of our students. We ran our early learning centers independently for 15 years before we started franchising, and we still own them today.
Ivy Kids Early Learning Center – Founders
We know how to successfully open a childcare facility that stands out from the competition. Our trusted brand name is a major asset when developing a new customer base, and we offer unique, in-demand services that can’t be found in other early childhood education centers. We stand out from other franchises in our field thanks to certain principles we have adopted:
- Our priority is safety and security at all of our state-of-the-art locations
- Our proprietary curriculum is driven by cutting-edge educational research
- Our Brain Bites nutrition program provides meals and snacks prepared by a real chef in every location
- Our leadership is always working on new programs and services
It’s more important than ever to provide high-caliber, education-focused services to families. With over 24.6 million children under five in the U.S., our services are in high demand. When you franchise with Ivy Kids, you’ll bring the opportunity for standout childcare to your community.
Why Ivy Kids
Franchise owners love the Ivy Kids program for many reasons, including our comprehensive startup support and beyond, our proven business model, the ability to expand with multi-units, our experienced team that’s dedicated to your success, and the ability to add multiple services for diverse revenue streams.
We set our franchisees up to offer programs and services that can’t be found elsewhere in their communities. With our help, they become the go-to sources for early childhood education and child care. A few examples of this advantageous positioning include:
- Establishing franchisees as premium STEM and academically focused childcare providers
- Implementing communication systems that enhance parent involvement
- Encouraging synergistic relationships with fellow franchisees
- Providing Comprehensive franchisee training and support in each area of operations
You’ll never have to worry about falling behind the competition because we keep things simple for our franchisees. We’re there to walk you through the steps and prepare you for growth so you can focus on running your business.
Our comprehensive training program is designed to teach you how to master our business model. We provide three weeks of classroom training and two weeks of hands-on training at your location. As a further part of our commitment to you, we also offer ongoing training and professional development to franchisees as needed.
Our goal is your success as an Ivy Kids franchisee, so we make sure to provide initial and ongoing support to get you up and running and keep you on the right track. We provide support by helping you market your new learning center effectively, assisting with the build-out process and setup of your location, and connecting you to our team of experts for business coaching services.
Become a franchise business owner with Ivy Kids
The Process of Starting a Childcare Business
With our experience in the industry and unique, in-demand services, Ivy Kids knows what it takes to start a childcare business. We’ve helped countless franchise owners become a part of the Ivy Kids brand family, and our streamlined process ensures no detail goes overlooked.
Our proven business model takes a lot of the guesswork out of running your business. While it may be tempting to go it alone, there are many advantages to working with an experienced franchisor like Ivy Kids.
You’ll have our team to rely upon for support and advice, so there’ll be less trial and error involved. With our proven business plan, comprehensive training, and ongoing support, you’ll have the confidence to run and grow your business. We set you, your teachers, and your students up for a bright future!
The steps to starting a childcare business with Ivy Kids include:
- Contact us to get started. When you reach out, we can share more information about what it takes to invest.
- Review our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and schedule a Discovery Day. Our FDD spells out every aspect of our business so you can make an informed decision. Then, we’ll have you schedule a Discovery Day to meet our leadership team and get a sense of our company culture.
- Receive leadership team acceptance. Once our leadership team provides acceptance, you’ll sign your franchise agreement and pay the initial franchise fee.
- Learn our model and get started. We’re there for you every step of the way as you master our principles and build a thriving early education center.
Ideal Candidates
We seek the best candidates to open a childcare facility with Ivy Kids. We work with franchisees from many different backgrounds, and while experience in education can be helpful, it’s not a requirement. We have found that some experience managing a team may make your time adapting to your new role as a franchisee easier.
If you have a passion for leading and supporting others, value family time and a work-life balance, believe in the power of serving your community and giving back, and have dreamed of owning your own business and providing a legacy to pass down, you could be a great fit for Ivy Kids.
At the end of the day, the most important quality our franchisees possess is a love of kids and a serious commitment to giving them the best education possible.
Contact us today to learn more about how to open a childcare facility with Ivy Kids.