Stars & Stripes Kids franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Stars & Stripes Kids franchise fee is $47,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $305,500 to $584,000, with about $75,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Stars & Stripes Kids FDD.
What are the Stars & Stripes Kids franchise fees and investment?
The Stars & Stripes Kids franchise requires a franchise fee of $47,500 and a total initial investment of $305,500 to $584,000. 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) | $47,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $305,500 to $584,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $75,000 |
| US locations | 1 |
| Industry | Education & Children |
| Headquarters | Clarkston, Michigan |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Franchising since | 2017 |
How does the Stars & Stripes Kids investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Stars & Stripes Kids's minimum investment of $305,500 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 64 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $47,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Stars & Stripes Kids belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Stars & Stripes Kids FDD?
Verify six parts of the Stars & Stripes Kids 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 Stars & Stripes Kids 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 Stars & Stripes Kids?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Stars & Stripes Kids:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Water Babies | $55,000 | $304,400 to $889,050 |
| Building Kidz School | $60,000 | $309,500 to $1,538,000 |
| Camp Mirage | $30,000 | $310,508 to $759,587 |
| iCode | $40,000 | $316,000 to $460,500 |
| KidsPark | $30,000 | $293,250 to $516,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Stars & Stripes Kids franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Stars & Stripes Kids franchise ranges from $305,500 to $584,000, including a franchise fee of $47,500, 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 Stars & Stripes Kids franchise?
Stars & Stripes Kids lists a minimum of about $75,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Stars & Stripes Kids locations are there?
Stars & Stripes Kids reported 1 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 Stars & Stripes Kids been franchising?
Stars & Stripes Kids started offering franchises in 2017 after the company was founded in 2017.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Stars & Stripes Kids and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Stars & Stripes Kids. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.