Club SciKidz

Club SciKidz

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Children's Services · Other Children's Businesses

Investment min
$74K
Total: $74K–$89K
Avg gross revenue
$579K
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$45K
Per current disclosure
Royalty
7%
of gross revenue
Locations
24
Franchising since 2016

Description

What is Club SciKidz?

Club SciKidz is an educational franchise that aims to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in children through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Founded in 1997, the franchise has established itself in the children's education sector with a focus on making science fun and accessible.

The program offers a variety of STEM-focused activities, including robotics, coding, and engineering projects using LEGO® technology. Their curriculum is designed to complement traditional education by providing practical, experiential learning opportunities that help children develop critical thinking skills and scientific literacy.

While the concept shows promise in addressing the growing demand for STEM education, potential franchisees should conduct thorough due diligence. Success in this business requires strong operational management skills, particularly in maintaining adequate equipment inventory and ensuring consistent program quality. The franchise's relatively small network suggests room for growth in the right markets.

Ideal franchisee candidates should have a passion for education and child development, combined with solid business acumen. The business model typically operates through after-school programs, summer camps, and special events, providing multiple revenue streams throughout the year. Location selection and community engagement are crucial factors for success in this venture.

This franchise opportunity could appeal to entrepreneurs looking to make a positive impact in their community while building a business in the expanding educational services sector. However, careful consideration should be given to operational requirements and resource management to ensure consistent program delivery.
  • 27 years proven educational experience since 1997
  • Low barrier entry investment model under $90K
  • Above-average revenue performance exceeding sector by 16.8%
  • Comprehensive ages 4-15 STEM programming coverage
  • Diverse camp portfolio from robotics to veterinary science
  • Established summer camp revenue streams with flexible scheduling

Location Analysis

Where Club SciKidz wins

Club SciKidz demonstrates concentrated geographic positioning across the Southeast (Florida, Georgia, North Carolina), Mid-Atlantic (Virginia, Maryland), and Southwest (Texas, Arizona), with notable presence in Tampa-St. Petersburg, Charlotte, Austin, Phoenix, and Northern Virginia suburbs. This distribution aligns strategically with suburban family markets characterized by dual-income households, high educational attainment, and robust demand for supplemental STEM programming. The franchise's targeting of families with children ages 4-14 positions it effectively within communities where parents prioritize educational enrichment and possess discretionary spending capacity for structured activities. The strong average rating of 4.5-4.8 stars, coupled with low-to-moderate review volume, reflects favorable customer sentiment within a limited operational footprint. Positive feedback emphasizes engaging instructors, high-quality hands-on curriculum, and convenient mobile delivery—strengths that resonate particularly well in school and community center partnerships. However, negative themes around scheduling constraints, pricing sensitivity, instructor variability, and geographic coverage gaps suggest execution challenges that could impact territory performance and customer retention in competitive or underserved markets. The B2B2C service model requires franchisees to cultivate institutional relationships while maintaining parent satisfaction, creating dual customer service obligations. Territory viability depends on sufficient density of educational institutions, family populations, and community centers within reasonable driving distance. Prospective franchisees should conduct granular market validation to assess institutional pipeline opportunities, competitive STEM programming landscape, demographic concentration, and transportation logistics before finalizing territory selection.
Total US locations
16
Franchise units
24
Corporate locations
1
Avg. sq. footage
N/A

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Club SciKidz

Avg gross revenue$578,503
Investment range$74,400 – $88,500
Investment midpoint$81,450
Brand fund3%
Royalty7%
Franchise fee$45,000
Min. net worth$100,000
Min. liquid capital$100,000
Club SciKidz presents a lower-barrier entry point in the children's educational services sector, with total investment ranging from $74,400 to $88,500. The reported gross revenue of $578,503 suggests reasonably healthy unit-level economics for a mobile STEM enrichment franchise, though the absence of franchise fee data complicates initial capitalization assessment. The 16-unit footprint since 2007 reflects conservative expansion velocity—approximately one unit annually—which may indicate selective franchisee qualification, limited brand awareness, or territory saturation challenges in key markets. The business model's operational advantages include minimal real estate requirements (home-based or small storage space) and mobile service delivery, reducing fixed overhead while enabling multi-site contract fulfillment. Revenue concentration likely derives from institutional B2B contracts with schools, daycares, and community centers rather than direct consumer transactions, creating potentially stable recurring revenue streams but also client concentration risk. Scalability depends heavily on instructor recruitment, curriculum delivery consistency, and transportation logistics across service territories. The small unit count and moderate review volume suggest limited brand recognition outside established markets, which may constrain organic lead generation and require franchisees to invest substantially in local business development. Investors should scrutinize territory exclusivity terms, institutional sales support infrastructure, and actual margin profiles before committing, as gross revenue alone provides insufficient clarity on owner compensation after instructor wages, fuel, curriculum costs, and marketing expenditures.
Did you know? Club SciKidz, operating in the children's educational services sector, offers a mobile STEM enrichment franchise with an initial investment ranging from $74,400 to $88,500. The model emphasizes low overhead through home-based operations and mobile delivery to schools and community centers. Franchise fee information was not disclosed in available data, requiring direct inquiry during candidate evaluation.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How Club SciKidz works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$74K–$89K
Most common
$74,400
Minimum
$81,450
Midpoint
$88,500
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $74,400 to $88,500. The midpoint $81,450 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

$1M$800K$600K$400K$200KN/A
$452K
$643K
$729K
2022
2023
2024
Avg
$608K
YOY change (2023 -> 2024)
+13%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Club SciKidz has an average gross revenue of $729K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

+100% YoY
201612840
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
16 units open as of 2026 FDD+8 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Club SciKidz's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Club SciKidz franchise typically ranges between $74,400.00 and $88,500.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Club SciKidz
Club SciKidz
$579K avg revenue · 24+ US franchises

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