MindChamps franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The MindChamps franchise fee is $100,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $135,350 to $281,200, 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 MindChamps FDD.
What are the MindChamps franchise fees and investment?
The MindChamps franchise requires a franchise fee of $100,000 and a total initial investment of $135,350 to $281,200. 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) | $100,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $135,350 to $281,200 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Education & Children (School) |
| Headquarters | Dover, Delaware |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the MindChamps investment compare with other education & children franchises?
MindChamps's minimum investment of $135,350 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 105 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $100,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, MindChamps belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the MindChamps FDD?
Verify six parts of the MindChamps 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 MindChamps 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 MindChamps?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to MindChamps:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Gymboree Play & Music | $45,000 | $135,000 to $389,100 |
| Children's Art Classes | $59,950 | $134,268 to $264,110 |
| Mad Science | $49,000 | $132,331 to $191,959 |
| Master Mind Tutorials Centre | $40,000 to $200,000 | $139,300 to $422,500 |
| Seashore Academy | $11,995 | $129,550 to $524,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a MindChamps franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a MindChamps franchise ranges from $135,350 to $281,200, including a franchise fee of $100,000, 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 MindChamps franchise?
MindChamps 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 MindChamps locations are there?
A current US unit count for MindChamps is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has MindChamps been franchising?
MindChamps started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. MindChamps and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by MindChamps. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.