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Best Daycare Franchise Opportunities for 2024
There's a pressing demand for quality daycare across the nation. While plenty of franchises exist in the space, some stand out above the rest.
Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking a profitable investment or a parent searching for the perfect childcare solution, these franchises offer quality, reliability and innovation in early childhood education and care.
- Investment Range: Leased Center: $621,233 - $937,900; Purchased Center: $2.6 million - $5.2 million
- Unit Count: 140
Founded in 1997, Lightbridge Academy is an Iselin, New Jersey-based franchise offering early education and child care for ages six weeks to kindergarten, with summer camp and remote-learning programs. Founded by Julia and Guy Falzarano, it's rooted in the Circle of Care philosophy that prioritizes children, families, teachers, center owners and the community. Since franchising in 2011, it has rapidly expanded to 140 child care centers either open or in development throughout Florida, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia. Lightbridge Academy stands as one of the fastest-growing child care franchises in the U.S., known for its holistic approach to child development and community engagement.
The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education
- Investment Range: $590,000 - $5.5 million
- Unit Count: 600+
The Learning Experience (TLE) is a daycare and early childhood education franchise. Founded in 2002, it offers innovative programs for children aged six weeks to five years. With over 600 centers open or under development, TLE focuses on providing excellence in early education and childcare. The franchise was established by the Weissman family, who previously owned Tutor Time. TLE's business model centers on its proprietary Learning Experience Academic Program (L.E.A.P.) curriculum, which emphasizes STEM-based learning and tailored activities for different stages of early childhood development. Additionally, TLE incorporates character-based learning and offers a flexible tuition structure to accommodate various age groups and parental preferences.
- Investment Range: $651,900 - $8,454,000
- Unit Count: 500+
Primrose Schools is a nationally acclaimed system of accredited private preschools. Founded in 1982, Primrose currently has over 500 locations across 34 states and offers premier early education and childcare experiences. Each school, independently owned and operated, follows the exclusive Balanced Learning® approach. Primrose's rapid expansion plans are focused on major cities like Boston and Los Angeles. Led by CEO Jo Kirchner, the brand emphasizes service excellence and innovation, integrating STEAM-based activities into its award-winning curriculum. The franchise model offers turnkey solutions, flexibility, security and purpose, making a significant impact on early education nationally.
- Investment Range: $879,950 - $1.2 million
- Unit Count: 600+
Established in 1983 by Lois Goddard Haines, the Goddard School is a prominent franchise in early childhood education, emphasizing play-based learning in nurturing environments. The franchise was started in Malvern, Pennsylvania, and expanded under Anthony A. Martino's Carousel Systems, Inc., reaching 100 locations by the late 1990s. Acquired by Wind River Holdings, LP in 2002 and later by Sycamore Partners, the franchise now boasts over 600 locations in 37 states. The Goddard School offers a flexible business model and diverse ownership options, from single-unit to area developer agreements. Franchise opportunities are welcome to entrepreneurs of diverse backgrounds, with no childcare or education backgrounds required.
- Investment Range: $1.1 million - $5.8 million
- Unit Count: 31
KLA Schools is a childcare and preschool provider offering a multisensory, hands-on curriculum focused on integrated STEAM learning. The brand was founded by Candy and Roberto Ortega in 2008, both of whom brought a background in education to the table. KLA Schools has 31 locations nationwide, but is currently focused primarily in Florida. The school prioritizes a student-centric approach, following a curriculum rooted in the Reggio Emilia philosophy that emphasizes hands-on experiences, active participation and age-appropriate programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
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