Children's

The Children's Franchises sector spans education, childcare, tutoring, sports, and entertainment. These franchises offer rewarding opportunities to positively impact young lives while building a sustainable business. Investment levels range from under $50,000 to over $1 million for full-service childcare centers.

Ladybird Academy

Child CareChildren's Education

Provides early childhood education and childcare through a turn-key franchise system backed by decades of experience. more ›

14 Units

Language Leaders

Children's Education

Provides English language training for corporate teams working with international clients and partners. more ›

Coworking spaces that include on-site childcare, designed to support working parents, especially women. more ›

$213,500 Minimum Investment1 UnitSince 2019

5 FDDs available ›

LeafSpring Schools

Child CareChildren's SchoolChildren's Education

Provides early childhood education programs for infants, preschoolers, and school-age children. more ›

$900,000 Minimum Investment

Legacy Academy For Children

Child CareChildren's SchoolChildren's Education

Early care and education program for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years with proprietary curriculum. more ›

Lice Lifters

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's Miscellaneous

All-natural, non-toxic lice removal and treatment services performed by certified technicians. more ›

$68,087 Minimum Investment11 UnitsSince 2010

2 FDDs available ›

Life Saver Pool Fence

Children's Health & Fitness

Provides pool safety fencing installation designed to protect children and enhance residential property value. more ›

$71,658 Minimum Investment4 UnitsSince 1987

4 FDDs available ›

Lightbridge Academy

Child CareChildren's Education

Early childhood education centers offering care for infants through school-age children, including summer camps. more ›

$834,868 Minimum Investment92 UnitsSince 2000

3 FDDs available ›

Lil' Kickers

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's Education

Youth soccer development program offering classes, clinics, camps, and events for children ages 18 months to 12 years. more ›

$24,450 Minimum Investment102 UnitsSince 1999

12 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Lil' Sports

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChildren's Education

Youth development program offering weekly sports classes for children starting at age two. more ›

$19,000 Minimum Investment

Linguaphone Group

Children's SchoolChildren's Education

Provides English language learning programs for children and adults via franchise and licensed partners worldwide. more ›

90 UnitsSince 1901

Little City

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's MiscellaneousChildren's Entertainment

Mobile role play city for children under 6, offering imaginative play experiences at events and parties. more ›

Since 2017

Little Diggers

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & Events

Immersive indoor play spaces for children featuring hands-on excavation-themed sensory and imaginative activities. more ›

$349,760 Minimum InvestmentSince 2023

3 FDDs available ›

Little Kitchen Academy

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChildren's SchoolChildren's Education

Montessori-inspired cooking academy offering classes and camps for children and teens ages 3-18. more ›

$436,450 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2016

4 FDDs available ›

Little Land Play Gym

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChild Care

Developmental indoor play gym offering classes, pediatric therapy, and purposeful play programs for children. more ›

$225,450 Minimum Investment8 Units

Little Medical School

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's MiscellaneousChildren's Education

Provides hands-on, interactive healthcare and STEM education programs for children ages 1 to 14. more ›

$72,550 Minimum Investment24 UnitsSince 2026

10 FDDs available ›

Little Princess Spa

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & Events

Princess-themed spa and party destination for girls offering spa services, birthday parties, and enchanting experiences. more ›

$125,000 Minimum Investment

LOL Kids Club

Children's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & Events

Premier indoor playground and family entertainment center offering play, events, and activities for kids. more ›

3 Units

Luv 2 Play

Children's EntertainmentChild Care

Indoor children's play centers with cafés offering a safe, engaging environment for kids and families. more ›

$303,450 Minimum Investment

3 FDDs available ›

M14 Hoops

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's Education

Youth basketball development program offering year-round training for players in grades K-12. more ›

$108,880 Minimum Investment15 UnitsSince 2011

6 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Mad Science

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & EventsChildren's Education

Provides fun, hands-on STEM and science education programs for children ages 5-12. more ›

$127,050 Minimum Investment69 UnitsSince 1993

12 FDDs available ›

Mango's Place

Children's MiscellaneousChild CareChildren's Education

Reservation-based hourly childcare center offering flexible drop-in and scheduled childcare with custom curriculum. more ›

$321,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 2003

Maple Bear Global Schools

Child CareChildren's SchoolChildren's Education

Bilingual preschool and early childhood education franchise based on Canadian curriculum, operating globally. more ›

$690,000 Minimum Investment450 UnitsSince 2004

2 FDDs available ›

Marigold Academy

Child CareChildren's SchoolChildren's Education

Early childhood education and childcare franchise serving children from 6 weeks to 6 years old. more ›

$956,900 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2019

2 FDDs available ›

Marucci Clubhouse

Children's Health & Fitness

Retail and training facility specializing in baseball and softball equipment, instruction, and player development. more ›

$415,500 Minimum Investment

Math Monkey Knowledge Centers

Children's SchoolChildren's Education

Provides math enrichment education for children using Vedic math techniques in a fun, engaging environment. more ›

10 UnitsSince 2008

Math Reactor

Children's SchoolChildren's Education

Provides math tutoring and educational training programs for children through franchised learning center locations. more ›

$52,050 Minimum InvestmentSince 2022

2 FDDs available ›

Melania Cotton Candy

Children's Food & Beverage

Specialty cotton candy shop offering custom-shaped, artisan cotton candy in a variety of flavors. more ›

$19,900 Minimum InvestmentSince 2022

Middle School Matchup Sports

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & Events

Runs weekend middle school baseball tournaments for players regardless of skill level, emphasizing fun and community. more ›

$41,000 Minimum Investment

Mighty Kicks

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's Education

Mobile soccer programs for children ages 2-8 at daycares, preschools, schools, and community settings. more ›

$10,200 Minimum InvestmentSince 2010

3 FDDs available ›

MindChamps

Child CareChildren's SchoolChildren's Education

Early childhood preschool and enrichment program franchise focused on advanced learning curricula. more ›

$726,230 Minimum InvestmentSince 2008

2 FDDs available ›

Miniso

Toys & Games

Affordable lifestyle retail store offering trendy home goods, toys, beauty, accessories, snacks, and electronics. more ›

$310,800 Minimum Investment351 UnitsSince 2013

6 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Mobius

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChild CareChildren's Education

STEAM-based after-school and summer program centers for kids in kindergarten through 6th grade. more ›

$1,924,000 Minimum Investment1 UnitSince 2019

3 FDDs available ›

Monkey Bizness

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's EntertainmentChild Care

Indoor play spaces for children aged 1–9 focused on active play, community, and family fun. more ›

Since 2003

1 FDD available ›

Monkey Joe's

Children's Health & FitnessChildren's Entertainment

Indoor inflatable playground and party venue offering bounce houses and active play for kids. more ›

$681,000 Minimum Investment14 UnitsSince 2005

6 FDDs available ›

Monster Mini Golf

Children's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & Events

Indoor blacklight mini golf family entertainment centers featuring arcades, party rooms, and themed attractions. more ›

$891,500 Minimum Investment30 UnitsSince 2005

2 FDDs available ›

Mr. Gatti's Pizza

Children's Entertainment

Pizza franchise offering family entertainment centers and delivery/carryout models with buffet dining. more ›

$195,087 Minimum Investment98 UnitsSince 1969

14 FDDs available ›

Mt. Playmore

Children's EntertainmentChildren's Camps & Events

Indoor children's play center offering playscapes, arcade games, and birthday party event spaces. more ›

MUSE Global School

Children's SchoolChildren's Education

Offers innovative, holistic private education from early childhood through 12th grade with eco-friendly campuses. more ›

$432,125 Minimum Investment

Museum of Illusions

Children's Entertainment

Interactive museum featuring optical illusions and immersive exhibits on vision, perception, and brain science. more ›

$1,935,500 Minimum Investment20 UnitsSince 2016

2 FDDs available ›

Musicologie

Children's Dance Music & TheaterChildren's Education

Music school franchise offering private and group lessons across instruments and voice for all ages. more ›

$190,081 Minimum Investment8 UnitsSince 2014

3 FDDs available ›

My Backyard Sports

Children's Health & Fitness

Customized sales, design, and installation of sports courts and equipment for homes and communities. more ›

$104,392 Minimum InvestmentSince 2017