1970
30
$350,000
$75,000
$10,143,500
No
Creative World School offers a unique and rewarding franchise opportunity in the early childhood education sector. Founded in 1970 by Billie and Duane McCabe in Independence, Missouri, the school has grown from a single location to a network of over 29 centers across the United States. With a strong emphasis on play-based learning and community involvement, Creative World School provides a nurturing environment where children can thrive.
The brand's proprietary Exploratorium™ space and inquiry-based curriculum set it apart in the competitive childcare industry. As a franchisee, you’ll be part of a supportive network that values innovation, education, and family.
Investing in a Creative World School franchise offers several compelling benefits:
Proven Business Model: With decades of experience, Creative World School has refined its operations to ensure franchisee success.
Unique Educational Approach: The Exploratorium™ and inquiry-based curriculum provide a distinctive learning environment that attracts families.
Comprehensive Support: From site selection to ongoing training, franchisees receive extensive support to ensure smooth operations.
Community Impact: Owning a franchise allows you to make a positive difference in your community by providing quality early childhood education.
Creative World School offers an industry-leading, multi-phase support system designed to guide franchisees from initial concept to ongoing operational excellence:
Pre-Launch & Development Support:
Site Selection: Assistance in retaining a qualified commercial real estate broker, conducting comprehensive demographic analysis (population, income, children aged 0-4 within 5 miles), competition analysis, and lease/land contract negotiation. (Unique Benefit: Zero franchise fee is due until a site is found and secured.)
Construction Management: Providing standard architectural blueprints (for 10,000 sq. ft. or 13,000 sq. ft. models), coordinating with local architects/engineers, assisting with permitting, and helping bid the project to local, experienced General Contractors. The corporate team conducts walkthroughs to ensure compliance and quality.
Financing Assistance: Introducing franchisees to banking partners experienced in Creative World School financing, including guidance on securing SBA loans.
Complete Setup: The Corporate Setup Team manages the placement of initial orders for a full turnkey solution, including all furniture, fixtures, equipment, office supplies, toys, books, and educational materials.
Training & Academic Support:
Management Training: Comprehensive 80-hour training program for owners and 40-hour training for Directors at the corporate headquarters in Florida prior to construction completion.
Onsite Staff Training: A corporate team provides 40 hours of training for your entire teaching staff at your new school just before opening.
Proprietary Curriculum: Full training and access to the inquiry-based curriculum centered around the Exploratorium™ philosophy of Enrichment, Education, and Exploration.
Continuous Education: Ongoing teacher education is provided through state-of-the-art training systems, regional meetings, and an annual national conference.
Operational & Ongoing Support:
Regional Support: Regular visits from Regional Directors of Operations to advise on operational improvements, compliance, and perfection of the business.
Technology & Software: Access to a full suite of proprietary software tools for business management, financial oversight, enrollment tracking (CRM), and communication with enrolled families (CW App).
Licensing & Compliance: Guidance and training on licensing requirements, regulatory compliance, and pursuit of national Cognia® Accreditation within the first year of operation.
Marketing & Enrollment Support:
Pre-Opening Marketing: Corporate marketing starts before groundbreaking, including building and managing social media (Facebook campaigns) and running paid ad campaigns to generate initial leads.
Ongoing Marketing: Access to an in-house graphics department, proven marketing materials, and ongoing management of local advertisements, social media, and Google Ads campaigns.
Lead Management: Provision of an advanced CRM system and a separate, inviting webpage for your school to aid in lead generation and communication with prospective parents.
Grand Opening Assistance: Extensive planning and onsite assistance for a successful ribbon-cutting and launch event.
Creative World School seeks passionate, business-minded leaders who are dedicated to making a positive impact on children's lives and their local communities. The ideal franchisee is:
Passionate About Education: A genuine love for children and a deep commitment to the value of high-quality early childhood education and the Creative World School philosophy.
Strong Leader & Owner-Operator: While a background in education is not required (we teach you the curriculum!), a strong business acumen, leadership skills, and an interest in being an on-site, hands-on leader within the community are essential. Absentee ownership is generally not allowed
Community-Centric: Excited to be a leader and representative of the brand in their local community, fostering strong relationships with families, staff, and local partners.
Financially Capable & Invested: Must meet the minimum financial requirements necessary for this high-investment, high-return real estate and facility-intensive model.
Coachable & Team-Oriented: Willing to follow the proven operational model, embrace the corporate training, and collaborate with the supportive Creative World School family.
Location Preference: Seeking entrepreneurs across key US markets ready to develop a custom-built, large-scale facility.
The investment in a Creative World School reflects the premium nature of the brand, the custom-designed facility, and the significant long-term asset development. (Note: All figures are estimates based on available FDD information and can vary significantly based on location, land costs, and construction market. Consult the current Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for the most accurate and up-to-date figures.)
