Children's Art Classes franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Children's Art Classes franchise fee is $59,950 and the total initial investment ranges from $134,268 to $264,110, with about $35,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Children's Art Classes FDD.
What are the Children's Art Classes franchise fees and investment?
The Children's Art Classes franchise requires a franchise fee of $59,950 and a total initial investment of $134,268 to $264,110. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $59,950 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $134,268 to $264,110 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | 14 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Jacksonville, Florida |
| Founded | 2019 |
| Franchising since | 2020 |
How does the Children's Art Classes investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Children's Art Classes's minimum investment of $134,268 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 107 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $59,950 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Children's Art Classes belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Children's Art Classes FDD?
Verify six parts of the Children's Art Classes Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Children's Art Classes discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Children's Art Classes?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Children's Art Classes:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Gymboree Play & Music | $45,000 | $135,000 to $389,100 |
| MindChamps | $100,000 | $135,350 to $281,200 |
| Mad Science | $49,000 | $132,331 to $191,959 |
| Seashore Academy | $11,995 | $129,550 to $524,200 |
| Master Mind Tutorials Centre | $40,000 to $200,000 | $139,300 to $422,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Children's Art Classes franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Children's Art Classes franchise ranges from $134,268 to $264,110, including a franchise fee of $59,950, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Children's Art Classes franchise?
Children's Art Classes lists a minimum of about $35,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Children's Art Classes locations are there?
Children's Art Classes reported 14 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Children's Art Classes been franchising?
Children's Art Classes started offering franchises in 2020 after the company was founded in 2019.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Children's Art Classes and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Children's Art Classes. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.