SpiderSmart franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The SpiderSmart franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $79,900 to $139,400, with about $20,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the SpiderSmart FDD.
What are the SpiderSmart franchise fees and investment?
The SpiderSmart franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $79,900 to $139,400. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $79,900 to $139,400 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $20,000 |
| US locations | 17 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Supplemental & Remedial Learning) |
| Headquarters | Vienna, Virginia |
| Founded | 1989 |
| Franchising since | 1989 |
How does the SpiderSmart investment compare with other education & children franchises?
SpiderSmart's minimum investment of $79,900 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 141 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
What should you verify in the SpiderSmart FDD?
Verify six parts of the SpiderSmart 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 SpiderSmart 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 SpiderSmart?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to SpiderSmart:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Fundraising University | $60,000 | $79,910 to $84,027 |
| TheCoderSchool | $29,950 | $77,700 to $193,950 |
| Board & Brush Creative Studio | $25,000 | $75,489 to $99,761 |
| Best In Class Education Center | $45,000 | $84,375 to $142,500 |
| Class 101 | $39,900 | $75,287 to $130,187 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a SpiderSmart franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a SpiderSmart franchise ranges from $79,900 to $139,400, including a franchise fee of $30,000, 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 SpiderSmart franchise?
SpiderSmart lists a minimum of about $20,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many SpiderSmart locations are there?
SpiderSmart reported 17 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 SpiderSmart been franchising?
SpiderSmart started offering franchises in 1989 after the company was founded in 1989.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. SpiderSmart and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by SpiderSmart. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.