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 | Sunbrook AcademyPremier Private Preschools Specializing in the Care and Education of Young Children |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$250,000 to $450,000Total Investment
$500,000 to $2,700,000Required Net Worth
$300,000Number of Units
6In Business Since
1984* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Welcome to Sunbrook Academy, a better franchise opportunity for exceptional people!
There is a great deal of talk in franchising about being in business for yourself, not by yourself. All Franchisors extol their support and assistance programs. But how hard can it really be to start your own sub shop, maid service or postal service center? How profitable are the majority of these businesses? Many people who purchase franchises in these industries find they have merely bought themselves average paying jobs, rather than making a better future for themselves.
Sunbrook Academy is an Atlanta-based group of state-of-the-art early childhood development centers. The concept was created and developed by acknowledged leaders in the field. Each center is meticulously designed to offer the best quality environment for children, emphasizing safety, health and well-being. But the difference goes beyond the physical environment. The curriculum and standards of care are, quite simply, the best available anywhere. There is substance to a Sunbrook Academy, not fluff.
The management team of Sunbrook Academy is not only experienced in early childhood development and education, but also expert in the business of owning and operating successful child care centers. We have developed over 25 centers and consulted for major national companies and individuals alike. We know what works well and what does not. Now you have the opportunity to draw upon our experience, guidance and knowledge to help ensure your success.
There is a great deal of talk in franchising about being in business for yourself, not by yourself. All Franchisors extol their support and assistance programs. But how hard can it really be to start your own sub shop, maid service or postal service center? How profitable are the majority of these businesses? Many people who purchase franchises in these industries find they have merely bought themselves average paying jobs, rather than making a better future for themselves.
Sunbrook Academy is an Atlanta-based group of state-of-the-art early childhood development centers. The concept was created and developed by acknowledged leaders in the field. Each center is meticulously designed to offer the best quality environment for children, emphasizing safety, health and well-being. But the difference goes beyond the physical environment. The curriculum and standards of care are, quite simply, the best available anywhere. There is substance to a Sunbrook Academy, not fluff.
The management team of Sunbrook Academy is not only experienced in early childhood development and education, but also expert in the business of owning and operating successful child care centers. We have developed over 25 centers and consulted for major national companies and individuals alike. We know what works well and what does not. Now you have the opportunity to draw upon our experience, guidance and knowledge to help ensure your success.
Products & Services
Our learning programs include . . .- Developmentally appropriate curricula
- Age & Stage progress assessment
- Computer skills
- Foreign language instruction
- Field trips
- Music & art
- Drama
- Structured and unstructured playtime
- Healthy "child approved" meals and snacks
The Sunbrook Franchise Management Team has combined over 50 years experience in early childhood development and education as well as the business of owning and operating high quality child care centers. This wealth of knowledge has helped us develop a blueprint for success in this industry. We know what works well and what does not. We have developed over 30 centers and have served as consultants for major national companies and individuals alike. We have also held (and continue to hold) leadership positions in a vast array of childhood education and development organizations including the Georgia Child Care Association, the National Child Care Association, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, The Georgia Child Care Council, and a host of local, community-based organizations.
We have developed a proven, sound business model. We emphasize safety, quality, hands-on support and effective cost control. As a Sunbrook Academy Franchise Owner, you have access to the Sunbrook Franchise Team. You will know that you have made the right decision!
Training & Support
A Sunbrook Academy franchise offers an extensive training program, including:
Sunbrook Academy will provide a number of opportunities for additional training, including our “Super Saturday” training, updates, bulletins and regular visits to your location. The Franchisor may charge reasonable fees for a seminar or training session, if it is deemed appropriate. You will be notified in advance if there are any such charges. You will also be responsible for paying for any travel or living expenses incurred by yourself or your staff during any such training.
In addition, you are required to ensure that you and all your personnel satisfactorily complete any training mandated by federal, state or local regulatory agencies or accrediting commissions.
- Up to 21 days pre-opening training which will take place at the Sunbrook Academy home office and in one or more schools. At least one of the Franchise Owner’s principals must successfully complete such training; and
- Up to 5 additional days of training which will take place at your location when it opens. In addition to the 30 days of on-site assistance, this training will focus on implementing the Sunbrook Academy systems and procedures and training personnel.
Sunbrook Academy will provide a number of opportunities for additional training, including our “Super Saturday” training, updates, bulletins and regular visits to your location. The Franchisor may charge reasonable fees for a seminar or training session, if it is deemed appropriate. You will be notified in advance if there are any such charges. You will also be responsible for paying for any travel or living expenses incurred by yourself or your staff during any such training.
In addition, you are required to ensure that you and all your personnel satisfactorily complete any training mandated by federal, state or local regulatory agencies or accrediting commissions.
Why a Sunbrook Academy Franchise?
- Potential High Return on Investment: A properly conceived, developed and operated child care center can be a very profitable business.
- Enormous Demand: The demand for high quality child care is strong and growing. There are a number of market-based reasons for this growth, including the increase in the number of two-income households and the increase in the number of single-parent households. Also, with the average income on the rise, parents are better able to afford quality child care. In fact, once a Sunbrook Academy has become established in the community, we usually enjoy waiting lists of parents who wish to enroll their children.
- Assistance from an Experienced Franchisor: The Sunbrook Academy concept was developed and implemented by acknowledged leaders in this field. You can draw on our combined 60 plus years of experience for leadership, guidance and support.
- Stronger Franchise Program: The Sunbrook Academy franchise is better structured and more carefully conceived.
- The Opportunity to Build Equity: You have the potential to not only make a substantial return on your investment, but also to build equity through your investment. As your franchise grows, not only do you build the worth of the business itself, but the value of the land and building should also appreciate.
- Meeting a Need: There is a tremendous need for high quality child care options.
- Making a Difference: Owning a Sunbrook Academy meets a real need in the community. Plus, you can make a positive contribution to the lives of children by giving them a solid foundation to become the best people they can be. This is truly an honorable and rewarding career.
- Pride: Imagine the pride of owning and operating a business which helps children, parents and your community.
Are You a Good Fit for a Sunbrook Academy Franchise?
Sunbrook Academy offers several size variations on our prototype building to accommodate the particular characteristics and needs of each community. Furthermore, a myriad of factors unique to each individual location such as land costs, construction costs (labor and materials), local ordinances and regulations, licensing requirements, etc. contribute to a rather broad range of project costs. However, the total project cost (from start to finish including land, building, equipment, fees, working capital, etc.) for a typical Sunbrook Academy school will usually range from $2.0 million to $2.4 million.
Obviously, the majority of the total project cost will be financed through a small business loan (a process with which we are very actively involved). However, in exchange for granting such a substantial loan, most all small business lenders will require you to come up with a significant personal cash injection to put into the project (typically 10% to 30% or more of the total project cost). Because there are simply so many variables involved, ranging from your personal financial situation to lending policies to the particular characteristics of the project, there is no guarantee of the amount of cash that you will be required to invest. However, based on our past experiences, we anticipate that you will need approximately $250,000 to $300,000 in available cash to open a new school.
In addition to having the requisite financial resources, you will need to have good communications skills, self-motivation, common sense, commitment, confidence, foresight, organizational skills, composure, consistency and integrity. You must care about children and families. Some knowledge of the basics of running a business will be helpful. You must be able to meet your state licensing requirements as well. Finally, the willingness to follow the Sunbrook Academy system is critical.
Obviously, the majority of the total project cost will be financed through a small business loan (a process with which we are very actively involved). However, in exchange for granting such a substantial loan, most all small business lenders will require you to come up with a significant personal cash injection to put into the project (typically 10% to 30% or more of the total project cost). Because there are simply so many variables involved, ranging from your personal financial situation to lending policies to the particular characteristics of the project, there is no guarantee of the amount of cash that you will be required to invest. However, based on our past experiences, we anticipate that you will need approximately $250,000 to $300,000 in available cash to open a new school.
In addition to having the requisite financial resources, you will need to have good communications skills, self-motivation, common sense, commitment, confidence, foresight, organizational skills, composure, consistency and integrity. You must care about children and families. Some knowledge of the basics of running a business will be helpful. You must be able to meet your state licensing requirements as well. Finally, the willingness to follow the Sunbrook Academy system is critical.
