Tutu School franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Tutu School franchise fee is $48,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $115,000 to $216,000, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Tutu School FDD.
What are the Tutu School franchise fees and investment?
The Tutu School franchise requires a franchise fee of $48,000 and a total initial investment of $115,000 to $216,000. 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) | $48,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $115,000 to $216,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 97 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Chicago, Illinois |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Franchising since | 2012 |
How does the Tutu School investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Tutu School's minimum investment of $115,000 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 116 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $48,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Tutu School belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Tutu School FDD?
Verify six parts of the Tutu School 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 Tutu School 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 Tutu School?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Tutu School:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Mathnasium | $49,000 | $112,936 to $149,616 |
| Omega Learning | $49,900 | $118,363 to $224,006 |
| Kidokinetics | $60,000 | $110,500 to $144,700 |
| Bounce U | $0 to $30,000 | $109,750 to $597,171 |
| British Swim School | $59,500 | $122,070 to $168,420 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Tutu School franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Tutu School franchise ranges from $115,000 to $216,000, including a franchise fee of $48,000, 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 Tutu School franchise?
Tutu School lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Tutu School locations are there?
Tutu School reported 97 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 Tutu School been franchising?
Tutu School started offering franchises in 2012 after the company was founded in 2011.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Tutu School and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tutu School. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.