How much does it cost to open a KidsPark franchise?

The total initial investment for a KidsPark franchise ranges from $261,250 to $449,500. This includes the franchise fee of $4,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a KidsPark franchise?

KidsPark franchisees pay a 5.0% royalty fee. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a KidsPark franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median KidsPark franchise generates $438,871 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $65,831.

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KidsPark Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$261,250 – $449,500

Franchise Fee

$4,000

Royalty Rate

5.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $261,250 High: $449,500

The total initial investment to open a KidsPark franchise ranges from $261,250 to $449,500, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $4,000.

Midpoint estimate: $355,375

Franchise Fee

$4,000

One-time initial fee

The KidsPark 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 KidsPark brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

5.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

N/A

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Monthly Royalty	5.0	PCT	Due by the 15th day of the month based on gross receipts for the prior month. Gross receipts means proceeds received from sales and services, less any discounts actually provided to customers.
Administrative Fee for Late Payment or late reports	N/A	VARIABLE	$50 for late payments or reports due on the 15th; $100 for payments or reports received after the 20th of any month; plus a late charge of 1.5% per month
Advertising Fund Fee	250.0	FIXED	Currently set at $250 per month. Franchisor can specify up to 3% of monthly gross receipts. Due by the 15th day of the month. Franchisor can charge the fund 10% of collected amounts for employee time, expenses, and overhead.
Fee for Advertising and/or Promotional Items	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisor can require purchase of advertising/promotional items from franchisor or designated suppliers. Franchisee reimburses shipping costs, and franchisor has option to charge handling fees.
Additional Training Fee	500.0	FIXED	For owner and director training in addition to initial training. Adjustable by CPI increase. Franchisor may waive this fee.
Extra Visit Fee	500.0	FIXED	Only payable if franchisee notifies franchisor that center is ready for opening but franchisor determines it is not, preventing representative from completing services on opening or forcing return visit. Adjustable by CPI increase.
Special Visit Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	Only payable if franchisee requests special visit by representatives over and above those normally provided. As agreed upon between parties.
Renewal Fee	2000.0	FIXED	Payable as billed upon franchise renewal.
Relocation Fee	10000.0	FIXED	Due upon signing the Franchise Agreement or Amendment governing the operation of relocated KidsPark center.
Transfer Fee	10000.0	FIXED	Payable upon cumulative transfer of 50% or more of franchise interests. If more than 2 centers transferred to same transferee in same transaction, full fee for one center and 50% fee for each additional center. If transfer to existing KidsPark franchisee, fee is 25% of $10,000 ($2,500).
Meeting Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisor has right to charge reasonable fees for attendance at national or regional meetings and training seminars.
Fees Payable to Us to Cover Taxes Assessed by Your State	N/A	VARIABLE	If amounts paid to franchisor are reduced by taxes, fees or other assessments by franchisee's state, franchisee must pay additional amount to cover the tax, fee or assessment.
Fee for Negotiating New Development Area	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisor entitled to recover costs associated with undeveloped areas if parties unable to agree on new Development Schedule.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$438,871

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$65,831

per year

Profit Margin

15.0%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 5.4 years

Based on midpoint investment of $355,375 and estimated annual owner profit of $65,831.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

N/A

Net Unit Growth

+6 units

From 2018 to 2021

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2018	15	—	—	—	17
2019	17	—	—	—	18
2020	18	—	—	—	19
2021	19	—	—	—	21

Is a KidsPark Franchise Worth It?

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

Overall Score

81/100

Strong opportunity

Est. Payback Period

5.4 yrs

Longer payback

Risk Level

N/A

Insufficient data

KidsPark scores well across our evaluation criteria, indicating a strong franchise system. With median unit revenue of $438,871 , prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.