Ivybrook Academy

Ivybrook Academy, drawing inspiration from Montessori and Reggio Emilia principles, offers a distinctive preschool experience. Setting itself apart from daycare centers, preschools, and tutoring facilities, Ivybrook's unique schedule and educational model ensure a non-competitive niche. Franchise owners, dedicated to enriching children's lives and enjoying nearly a third of the year off due to our academic calendar, benefit from a low investment with high returns and invaluable rewards. Our half-day, curriculum-based approach prioritizes individuality, academic growth, and a love for learning, distinct from traditional childcare services. Nationally acclaimed for our multifaceted preschool curriculum, Ivybrook Academy stands as a leader in early childhood education, fostering tailored learning experiences that align with each child's interests and needs, all while franchise owners aspire to make a significant impact on children's lives and enhance their own family's quality of life.

Why Ivybrook Academy?

Parents will forgo other discretionary spending in order to keep their kids in a great education program
The education segment is growing

Ivybrook Academy was created by a public school teacher who was looking to balance quality of life with owning a business. As a highly involved mom of two very young children, she sought a means of achieving financial freedom that would also allow her more time with her kids.
Enter the Ivybrook Academy model.

Why choose to open an Ivybrook Franchise rather than a daycare?

An Ivybrook Academy location features the following:

Steady daytime hours of operation – 8:15 to 4:30
No transportation/busing of children
No lunches served
Professional teachers with 4-year teaching degrees
Progressive blended curriculum based on Reggio Emilia and Montessori methods
The facility is closed approximately 32 work days per year
When summer hours are involved, the facility closes by noon

And these are just a few of the benefits to owning your Ivybrook Academy franchise!
Remember – we will assist you every step of the way on your journey through the franchising process. From helping you find the right location, developing the building plans, and going through construction to ordering your equipment and furniture, hiring staff, training and more, we will offer the support you need and deserve. As part of the Ivybrook Academy franchise family, we’ll help you through developing, running, and owning your own Ivybrook Academy!

OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE
Our ideal franchisee will be a partnership such as a couple, siblings, parent/child, or friends.

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except noted below

HOT Regions/Desirable: All available

NOT available: CA, HI, MD, ND, NY, RI, WA, SD

Available in Canada: No

International Referrals: No

BACKGROUND
Year founded: 2007

Year franchised: 2015
Number of franchises currently operating: 110+ Open & In Development

Number of corporate owned locations : 1

Home Based: No

Absentee ownership available: No, but semi-absentee is: 15-20 hours a week

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: No

Average number of employees required: Fully enrolled academy 15 - start with 8

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise fee: $50,000
Provide earnings guidance in Item 19 in our FDD: Yes
Total investment range: $643,400 - $1,174,500
Liquidity (cash, stocks, bonds) requirement: $250,000
Net worth requirement: $1,500,000
Royalty: 7% of GS
Additional fees:

Financial assistance available: No

VetFran program: No

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED:
Training and support program details:

Provide comprehensive training at company location in Charlotte, NC for approximately 1 1/2 weeks.

Training is comprehensive and provides someone the specifics needed to operate and own a pre-school.
Cost for Training:
Investor: 0
Others: 0
Later for new hires: $500/day

Lodging and airfare included: No

Site selection assistance: Yes

Lease negotiation assistance: Yes

Mentor following training: Yes

Length of mentoring Franchisee:

Last updated: 6/16/2026

Liaison: Angela Alvarez, CFPC