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Young Horizons School Franchise

Young Horizons School is a premium preschool and early education childcare franchise featuring STEM and Montessori inspired instruction. The nurturing curriculum integrates STEM principles and Montessori methods for children from infancy…

Total Investment
$1.7M$2.4M
Franchise Fee
$60,000
Royalty Rate
7% of Gross Revenue Gross Sales
Total Units
1
Franchising Since
2025

🌻About Young Horizons School Franchise

Young Horizons School is a premium preschool and early education childcare franchise featuring STEM and Montessori inspired instruction.

The nurturing curriculum integrates STEM principles and Montessori methods for children from infancy through pre-school.

Facilities are 10,000 to 13,000 square feet with infant, toddler, twos, and preschool rooms.

💰Young Horizons School Franchise Cost & Fees

Minimum Investment
$1.7M
Average Investment
$2.0M
Maximum Investment
$2.4M
Fee TypeAmountNotes
Initial Franchise Fee$60,000One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee7% of Gross Revenue of gross salesOngoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund1% Brand Fund (up to 2%)National brand fund
Total Investment Range$1,652,000$2,389,020Includes build-out, inventory, working capital

The investment range of $1.7M–$2.4M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (1% Brand Fund (up to 2%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.

💵Additional Fees (Item 6)

Fee TypeAmount
Transfer Fee50% franchise fee + training + third party fees
Renewal Fee10% of then-current franchise fee
Technology Fee$750/month Centralized System
Local Advertising$1,500/week

🎓Training Program (Item 11)

DetailInformation
Total Duration44 hours
Classroom Training15
On-the-Job Training29
Training LocationElkridge, MD

📍Territory Rights (Item 12)

DetailInformation
Territory Type2-mile radius or 50,000 population (lesser)
Exclusive TerritoryNo
Territory Size2-mile radius or 50,000 population
DescriptionLimited protection, franchisor reserves non-traditional venues

📄Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)

DetailInformation
Initial Term15 years
Renewal Term10 years (1 renewal)
Renewal Fee10% of then-current franchise fee
Transfer Fee50% franchise fee + fees
Non-Compete Period24 months
Non-Compete DetailsWithin 15 miles

Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)

DetailInformation
Owner-Operator RequiredYes
Participation DetailsOwner or approved manager
Required Suppliers30-40% initial, 10-20% ongoing

📊Young Horizons School Franchise Earnings — Item 19

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Young Horizons School does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.

Young Horizons School does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.

Young Horizons School Litigation & Risk Flags

Clean Litigation RecordYoung Horizons School has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.

Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.

📈Young Horizons School System Growth

Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1

Young Horizons School currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.

📅Unit History (Item 20)

YearOpenedClosedTotal
2024206
2025207

Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0

🇧State Registrations

Registered in 1 states: MD

Young Horizons School Franchise — FAQ

The total investment to open a Young Horizons School franchise ranges from $1,652,000 to $2,389,020, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $60,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Young Horizons School charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 1% Brand Fund (up to 2%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Young Horizons School Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Young Horizons School to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Young Horizons School does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Young Horizons School has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $1,652,000-$2,389,020, a 7% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $60,000 and the total investment ranges from $1,652,000 to $2,389,020 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.

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Young Horizons School
Total Investment
$1.7M$2.4M
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$60,000
Royalty7% of Gross Revenue
Marketing Fee1% Brand Fund (up to 2%)
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units1
Franchising Since2025
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
Initial Term15 years
Renewal Term10 years (1 renewal)
Territory2-mile radius or 50,000 population (lesser)
Owner-OperatorRequired
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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