Computertots vs Lightbridge Academy Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Computertots vs Lightbridge Academy including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Computertots Franchise
Lightbridge Academy Franchise
Investment $47,700 - $66,300$549,228 - $5,054,735
Franchise Fee $30,000$40,000
Royalty Fee 8%7%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19831997
Year Franchised 19882011
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee 5% of franchise fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Computertots Franchise
Lightbridge Academy Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
    		• -

    Financing Options
     
    Computertots Franchise
    Lightbridge Academy Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
    Equipment No/No-/Yes
    Inventory No/No-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/Yes
    Payroll No/No-/Yes

    Training & Support
     
    Computertots Franchise
    Lightbridge Academy Franchise
    Training -On-The-Job Training: 28 hours Classroom Training: 128 hours Additional Training: Ongoing
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety proceduresPurchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing National media, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    		Absentee Ownership Allowed

    Number of Employees Required to Run: 32


    Expansion Plans
     
    Computertots Franchise
    Lightbridge Academy Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Computertots

    Computertots is now a subsidiary of ComputerExplorers In 1984, personal computers were still considered a luxury, and schools were figuring out how to best use the new technology as a learning tool. Moms Karen Marshall and Mary Rogers saw the teaching potential of computers and began Computertots/Computer Explorers with $1,500, one computer and 10 young students. Franchisees can operate the business using either a manager model or an owner-operated model. A manager employs a staff to assist in the teaching and operation of the business; the owner of an owner-operated model not only teaches classes, but also operates the business.

    In 2003, Computertots/Computer Explorers was acquired by The International Center for Entrepreneurial Development Inc., which also owns Kwik Kopy Printing, Kwik Kopy Business Centers, Franklin's Printing, American Wholesale Thermographers, Copy Club, Women's Health Boutique and Parcel Plus.

    About Lightbridge Academy

    If you're looking to make a difference in the world, in your town and in our future, Lightbridge Academy provides a way to do it, while owning a great business. Tap into this growing, $40 billion industry with a company that will be with you from the moment you become a franchisee - from real estate selection through opening your center and beyond.
    Lightbridge Academy franchises offers programs for children from six weeks to six years old, including after-school enrichment and summer programs.
    Each school is a licensed childcare, with staff trained in early childhood education or childhood development.

    Veteran Incentives   10% off franchise fee
    "Entrepreneur
    #234 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #143 in Franchise 500 for 2021.