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CELEBREE SCHOOLS

CELEBREE SCHOOLS

Celebree School franchises provide early childhood education and care services, including infant care, preschool, before- and after-school programs for school-aged children, summer camps, back-up care, and emergency care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old. Franchisees operate according to the franchisor's proprietary system, which includes standards for design, curriculum, staff training, and operations to ensure a stimulating and nurturing environment. The target market is parents seeking quality childcare and school readiness programs.

Since 2018Education & TrainingNottingham, MDwww.celebree.com
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$922,500 - $1,293,500
Franchise Fee
$75,000
Locations
29

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$75,000
Initial Investment Range$922,500 - $1,293,500
Royalty Rate7.00%
Brand Fund2.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees$1,450 - $1,450

7% royalty + 2% brand fund + $1,450/mo centralized system fee

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations29
Corporate Locations26
States Operating7
Franchising Since2018
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$2,019,104
Median Gross Revenue
$1,981,871
EBITDA Margin
15.50%
Average EBITDA
$312,690

Data Based On: 17 franchised Schools that were considered “mature” and that were open and operating throughout 2024. A mature school is defined as a School that has been open for at least 18 months.

* Average gross revenue is derived from 'Average Net Revenue (2)' for 17 Mature Franchised Schools as per Note 2 definition of Net Revenue. EBITDA is explicitly provided. Best guess profit range is estimated by applying the average EBITDA margin of 15.5% to the 'Range of Net Revenue' ($1,222,270 - $3,431,706) for the 17 Mature Franchised Schools.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How CELEBREE SCHOOLS Compares to Other Early Childhood Education Franchises

Key Insights

  • Higher investment than 82% of Early Childhood Education franchises
  • Top 10 largest franchise system in Early Childhood Education
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
CELEBREE SCHOOLS
Current
$923K - $1.3M$75K7.0%29
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION$781K - $1.5M$60K7.0%411
KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE$405K - $915K$150K7.0%344
Jovie$124K - $193K$50K5.0%165
CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS$1.1M - $1.5M$85K7.0%69
Lightbridge Academy$1.1M - $3.1M$40K7.0%55
Early Childhood Education Average
17 franchises
$868K - $2.3M$76K6.6%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 17 Early Childhood Education franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1MD
11
2VA
8
3PA
6
4TX
2
5DE
1
6SC
1

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchisees (2021 - 2025)

Total Loans
42
Average Loan Amount
$1,750,036
Total Loan Volume
$73,501,500
Default Rate
0.0%

Loans by Year

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
7
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
0
System Transfers
0
Sold to Franchisees
9
Projected New Franchises
62

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise?

The total initial investment to open a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise ranges from $922,500 to $1,293,500. This includes a franchise fee of $75,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise is $2,019,104. The median revenue is $1,981,871.

How much profit can you make with a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise ranges from $189,451.85 to $531,914.43 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, CELEBREE SCHOOLS has 29 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2018.

Can you get an SBA loan for a CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchises. Historical data shows 42 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for CELEBREE SCHOOLS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $1,750,036. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is CELEBREE SCHOOLS a good franchise to buy?

CELEBREE SCHOOLS shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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