How much does it cost to open a Genius Kids franchise?

The total initial investment for a Genius Kids franchise ranges from $276,300 to $909,000. This includes the franchise fee of $50,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Genius Kids franchise?

Genius Kids franchisees pay a 6.0% royalty fee. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Genius Kids franchise?

Genius Kids does not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their FDD. Revenue and profitability figures are not publicly available from the franchisor.

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Genius Kids Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$276,300 – $909,000

Franchise Fee

$50,000

Royalty Rate

6.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $276,300 High: $909,000

The total initial investment to open a Genius Kids franchise ranges from $276,300 to $909,000, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $50,000.

Midpoint estimate: $592,650

Franchise Fee

$50,000

One-time initial fee

The Genius Kids franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Genius Kids brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

6.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

N/A

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty	6.0	PCT	The greater of 6% of monthly Gross Revenues or a minimum of $1,000 per month.
Local Advertising Minimum Spend Requirement	500.0	USD	Minimum $9,000 for grand opening advertising in first 3 months after opening.
Technology Fees	N/A	USD	For website modifications; varies based on service provided.
Additional Curriculum Fee	10000.0	USD
Additional Training Fees	300.0	USD	Plus reimbursement of franchisor expenses.
Continuing Education Session Fees	300.0	USD	Plus reimbursement of franchisor expenses.
Genius Kids Conference Registration Fee	1000.0	USD	Up to $1,000 per person, plus travel, transportation, lodging, meals, and incidental expenses.
Transfer Fee	10000.0	USD	Plus additional training fees if applicable.
Renewal Fee	10000.0	USD
Relocation Fee	10000.0	USD
Insurance Reimbursement	N/A	OTHER	Will vary under circumstances.
Interest and Late Charges	1.5	PCT	Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest legal rate, plus $50 administrative fee and collection costs.
Reporting Failure Fee	500.0	USD
Audit Expenses	250.0	USD	Plus cost of audit, independent accountant, travel, and lodging expenses.
Cost of Enforcement or Defense	N/A	OTHER	Including accounting and attorneys’ fees.
Indemnification	N/A	OTHER	Will vary under circumstances.

What You Get

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

10.4%

Elevated risk — above industry average

Net Unit Growth

-6 units

From 2020 to 2022

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2020	30	—	-2	—	28
2021	28	+3	-5	—	26
2022	26	—	-2	—	24

Is a Genius Kids Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Genius Kids franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

39/100

Higher risk

Est. Payback Period

N/A

Insufficient data

Risk Level

High

10.4% annual closure rate

Genius Kids has a lower score across our evaluation criteria, suggesting higher risk. Thorough research and professional guidance are strongly recommended. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.