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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Thinkertots vs EuroKids including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $83,100 - $124,100 | $103,000 - $206,000 |
Franchise Fee | $35,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 7% | - |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1998 | - |
Year Franchised | 2005 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | * Enjoy working with young children. * An entrepreneurial spirit and strong desire to succeed * The ability to manage finances * A willingness to personally devote full time and best efforts to the day-to-day operation of the EuroKids Pre School * A willingness to complete a comprehensive training program and become proficient in all aspects of operating a EuroKids Pre School. * Financial resources * Committed to the cause of providing good quality education to young children. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/Yes | -/- |
Payroll | No/Yes | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | * Available at headquarters: 2 weeks * At franchisee's location: 4 days | EuroKids India trains qualifying Franchisees in the EuroKids curriculum and delivery method, as well as business strategies for owning and operating a successful EuroKids franchise. In addition to this franchisees also take part in our continuing skill enhancement programs. |
Support | - | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | * 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit * Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 3 * Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
The Thinkertots method is founded on the belief that the key ingredients to future school success are: 1. A love of learning. 2. An ability to concentrate and focus. 3. An ability to follow directions. 4. Enjoyment of books and reading. 5. Getting along with others. Your child works on these important goals in every class he/she takes! The latest educational materials and methods help your child progress and master new challenges. You child will love our staff and unique approach and so will you. Make Thinkertots home for all of your child's early educational needs! Thinkertots has been featured by Fox News Channel's Fox and Friends, The New York Daily News, Long Island Newsday, and other media.
Do you think a Thinkertots Preschool Education Franchise might be for you?
To qualify to be a EuroKids franchisee you will need to possess a minimum area of 1500 sq feet (self owned or rented) in a quiet, tranquil and peaceful locality. The premises should be on the ground floor with an open outdoor area to match which will act as the outdoor play area. The premises should also have independent access, attached toilet facilities and should be well ventilated. Preference will be accorded to independent houses with above mentioned minimum facilities. The initial investment will be in the range of INR 5,00,000/- to INR 10,00,000/- The initial investment would be towards ambience and equipment costs and would include the start up franchisee. Please also note that the initial investment is dependent on the model of the Pre-School and could vary based on location and other factors. Selected franchisees will undergo an extensive training program on the business strategies for owning and operating a successful Pre-School. In addition to these franchisees and their staff members will receive initial and continuous training for the EuroKids curriculum and the delivery method. But the fundamental requirement to be a EuroKids franchisee is the commitment to help carry forward our ambition of making learning a fun experience for kids. So if you love working with children EuroKids is the best opportunity you could ask for!