KidzArt vs Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of KidzArt vs Little Sunshine's Playhouse including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
KidzArt Franchise
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Investment $22,773 - $39,207$503,700 - $552,500
Franchise Fee $14,900 - $19,900$70,000
Royalty Fee 8%7%
Advertising Fee 1%$1,000-$3000 /mo
Year Founded 1997-
Year Franchised 2002-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
KidzArt Franchise
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Some teaching, creativity-oriented
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    Financing Options
     
    KidzArt Franchise
    Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    KidzArt Franchise
    Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
    Training Classroom Training: 38 hours Additional Training: Webinars, calls -
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform -
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates Social media SEO Website development Email marketing-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 5

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

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    Expansion Plans
     
    KidzArt Franchise
    Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About KidzArt

    Shell Herman began developing the concept of KidzArt in 1993, hoping to bringing art programming to kids of all ages after discovering there were no national art enrichment programs available for children. As an "older" mom, Shell was concerned that many schools throughout the country were eliminating the arts and wanted to pave the way by engaging her entrepreneurial spirit, for her young son and for others. As a professional career counselor of 15 years, she also saw the need for artistic individuals to work in an environment that could support their interests and skills and allow them to earn a good living while nourishing their creative spirit. She also wanted children to have the opportunity to experience a confidence-building program that encourages creativity. In 1998, Shell teamed with childhood friend and exhibiting Master Artist, Chris Cruikshank to develop the KidzArt drawing-based fine arts program. Chris' sucessful drawing program was incorporated and KidzArt was franchised in July 2002. KidzArt is a drawing-based fine arts program offering classes, programs, workshops and a variety of creativity-oriented educational programs. KidzArt serves ages 3 1/2 to Senior Citizens (SeniorzArt).

    Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee

    About Little Sunshine's Playhouse

    We're not babysitters. We are teachers. Everything we do is designed to inspire imagination, learning, and play. Step into a world where your child will thrive.
    Recognized within the industry for a concept based on higher standards of service and community visibility, Little Sunshine's Playhouse offers an identity of unrivaled distinction.... in our brand image and high-profile architectural presence, and in the level of support and training our franchise system provides.
    Little Sunshine's Playhouse also gives each of our Franchisees the opportunity to join a new franchise system on the ground level and be a part of growing a unique concept nationally. The Little Sunshine's Playhouse Business Model is strategically planned to be the elite cutting edge innovator in the early childhood industry. Our model is positioned to provide a vital service to families across America who deeply value and recognize quality care and education, and wish to provide their child an opportunity above and beyond even the best preschools programs that are available nationally. Our curriculum Creatively Shine is a proven tool in classrooms, popular among our families, and LOVED by our Teachers. Our innovative and cutting edge technology (including our Kiddie Cams, LuvNotes and online forums) keeps families connected and happy and provides a more secure professional experience that establishes Little Sunshine's Playhouse as the destination for even the most discerning families! Our Prototype building, which is imbued throughout with old-world appeal, is icing on the cake! We believe preschool should be warm and charming and have incorporated that into our facilities to maximize each child's personal experience. We want children and parents to feel as though they are stepping into a magical playhouse!