How many KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE has 363 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1992.

Can you get an SBA loan for a KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE franchises. Historical data shows 387 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE franchisees, with an average loan amount of $1,450,527. The historical default rate is 1.8%.

Is KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE a good franchise to buy?

KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE shows several positive indicators: established brand with 363+ locations, 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.

KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE

FDD Year:

Kiddie Academy franchises operate specially designed early childhood learning and child care facilities offering education-based programs for children between six weeks and 12 years of age, utilizing the proprietary Life Essentials® Curriculum that emphasizes intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development through play-based learning. The business model involves franchising the Kiddie Academy System, which includes distinctive designs, proprietary software, training, marketing, and operational procedures, with franchisees required to lease or purchase facilities, obtain licenses, and maintain accreditation. The target market is parents seeking high-quality, year-round educational child care services.

363

Locations

$590K–$1010K

Investment

Since 1992

Franchising

ServicesAbingdon, MDwww.kiddieacademy.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$150,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$590,000 – $1,010,000

Low: $590,000High: $1,010,000

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

7.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

7% royalty + 2% brand building fund

How KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE Compares

Key Insights

#2 largest franchise system in Early Childhood Education
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Early Childhood Education

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE Current	$590K – $1.0M	$150K	7.0%	363
THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE ACADEMY OF EARLY EDUCATION	$781K – $1.5M	$60K	7.0%	411
Jovie	$124K – $193K	$50K	5.0%	165
CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS	$1.1M – $1.5M	$85K	7.0%	69
Lightbridge Academy	$1.1M – $3.1M	$40K	7.0%	55
Ivybrook Academy	$541K – $870K	$50K	7.0%	40
Early Childhood Education Average 17 franchises	$871K – $2.5M	$76K	6.6%	–

* 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.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE franchisees (2010 – 2025)

Total Loans

387

Average Loan

$1,450,527

Total Volume

$561.4M

Default Rate

1.8%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

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

Franchisee Contacts

472 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

472 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases4

Primarily termination disputes, post-termination trademark infringement, non-compete violations, breach of contract, and relocation/support issues.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a KIDDIE ACADEMY EDUCATIONAL CHILD CARE franchise ranges from $590,000 to $1,010,000. This includes a franchise fee of $150,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.