Tulip Kids franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Tulip Kids franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $322,024 to $857,426, with about $90,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Tulip Kids FDD.
What are the Tulip Kids franchise fees and investment?
The Tulip Kids franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $322,024 to $857,426. 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) | $322,024 to $857,426 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $90,000 |
| US locations | 9 |
| Industry | Education & Children (School) |
| Headquarters | Sunnyvale, California |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Franchising since | 2017 |
How does the Tulip Kids investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Tulip Kids's minimum investment of $322,024 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 59 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.
By minimum investment, Tulip Kids belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Tulip Kids FDD?
Verify six parts of the Tulip 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 Tulip 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 Tulip Kids?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Tulip Kids:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Haven | $50,000 | $323,500 to $6,415,000 |
| Success On The Spectrum | $45,000 | $320,500 to $848,200 |
| iCode | $40,000 | $316,000 to $460,500 |
| Kidville | $50,000 | $332,800 to $739,755 |
| Camp Mirage | $30,000 | $310,508 to $759,587 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Tulip Kids franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Tulip Kids franchise ranges from $322,024 to $857,426, 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 Tulip Kids franchise?
Tulip Kids lists a minimum of about $90,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Tulip Kids locations are there?
Tulip Kids reported 9 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 Tulip Kids been franchising?
Tulip Kids started offering franchises in 2017 after the company was founded in 2010.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Tulip Kids and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tulip Kids. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.