- Franchise 500 Rank
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N/R Not ranked last year
- Initial investment
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$33K - $39K
- Units as of 2015
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50
Company Overview
In 1997, they changed the company's name to The Whole Child Learning Co. to reflect its expanded curriculum, including martial arts and physical movement classes. The company began franchising in 1999.
About The Whole Child Learning Co.
Industry | Children's Businesses |
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Related Categories | Children's Enrichment Programs: Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Children's Businesses, Tutoring |
Founded | 1996 |
Leadership | Matt Barron, CEO |
Corporate Address |
2200 Kraft, #1200-L Blacksburg, VA 24060 |
Social | Facebook, Twitter |
Business Overview
Franchising Since | 1999 (25 years) |
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# of employees at HQ | 3 |
Where seeking |
This company is offering new franchises worldwide. |
# of Units | 50 (as of 2015) |
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Information for Franchisees
Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a The Whole Child Learning Co. franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
Initial Franchise Fee
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$29,500 |
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Initial Investment
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$32,600 - $38,800 |
Net Worth Requirement
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$75,000 |
Cash Requirement
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$40,000 |
Veteran Incentives
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$5,000 off franchise fee |
Royalty Fee
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7% |
Ad Royalty Fee
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1% |
Term of Agreement
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10 years |
Is franchise term renewable? | Yes |
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
In-House Financing | The Whole Child Learning Co. offers in-house financing to cover the following: franchise fee |
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Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
On-The-Job Training | 3 days |
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Classroom Training | 1 week |
Ongoing Support |
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
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Marketing Support |
Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
Regional Advertising
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Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
Is absentee ownership allowed? | No |
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Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
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Yes |
Can this franchise be run part time?
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No |
# of employees required to run | 3 |
Are exclusive territories available?
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Yes |
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