Kidcreate franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Kidcreate franchise fee is $45,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $128,485 to $487,790, with about $45,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Kidcreate FDD.
What are the Kidcreate franchise fees and investment?
The Kidcreate franchise requires a franchise fee of $45,000 and a total initial investment of $128,485 to $487,790. 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) | $45,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $128,485 to $487,790 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $45,000 |
| US locations | 25 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Eden Prairie, Minnesota |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Franchising since | 2016 |
How does the Kidcreate investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Kidcreate's minimum investment of $128,485 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 110 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $45,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Kidcreate belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Kidcreate FDD?
Verify six parts of the Kidcreate 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 Kidcreate 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 Kidcreate?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Kidcreate:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Arts Academy | $49,000 | $128,331 to $167,800 |
| Seashore Academy | $11,995 | $129,550 to $524,200 |
| Mad Science | $49,000 | $132,331 to $191,959 |
| Jovie | $49,999 | $124,199 to $193,499 |
| The Real Food Academy | $49,500 | $123,603 to $142,428 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Kidcreate franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Kidcreate franchise ranges from $128,485 to $487,790, including a franchise fee of $45,000, 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 Kidcreate franchise?
Kidcreate lists a minimum of about $45,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Kidcreate locations are there?
Kidcreate reported 25 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 Kidcreate been franchising?
Kidcreate started offering franchises in 2016 after the company was founded in 2016.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Kidcreate and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kidcreate. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.