Jovie franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Jovie franchise fee is $49,999 and the total initial investment ranges from $124,199 to $193,499, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Jovie FDD.
What are the Jovie franchise fees and investment?
The Jovie franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,999 and a total initial investment of $124,199 to $193,499. 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) | $49,999 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $124,199 to $193,499 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 182 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Childcare & Daycare) |
| Headquarters | Westminster, Colorado |
| Founded | 2005 |
| Franchising since | 2005 |
How does the Jovie investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Jovie's minimum investment of $124,199 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 112 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,999 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Jovie belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Jovie FDD?
Verify six parts of the Jovie 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 Jovie 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 Jovie?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Jovie:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| The Real Food Academy | $49,500 | $123,603 to $142,428 |
| British Swim School | $59,500 | $122,070 to $168,420 |
| Imagine Arts Academy | $49,000 | $128,331 to $167,800 |
| Kidcreate | $45,000 | $128,485 to $487,790 |
| Seashore Academy | $11,995 | $129,550 to $524,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Jovie franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Jovie franchise ranges from $124,199 to $193,499, including a franchise fee of $49,999, 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 Jovie franchise?
Jovie lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Jovie locations are there?
Jovie reported 182 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 Jovie been franchising?
Jovie started offering franchises in 2005 after the company was founded in 2005.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Jovie and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jovie. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.