Best in Class Education vs LeafSpring School Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Best in Class Education vs LeafSpring School including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
	Best in Class Education Franchise	LeafSpring School Franchise
Investment	$62,800 - $121,880	$3,546,150 - $6,473,700
Franchise Fee	$32,000 - $35,000	$87,500
Royalty Fee	12%	6%
Advertising Fee	2%	-
Year Founded	1988	1988
Year Franchised	2011	2018
Term Of Agreement	5 years +5+5+5	-
Term Of Agreement	5 years +5+5+5	-
Renewal Fee	-	-
Business Experience Requirements
	Best in Class Education Franchise	LeafSpring School Franchise
Experience	You do not necessarily need to be a teacher or hold a current teaching certificate to join the Best in Class franchise system. We do look for franchise owners who have Bachelor's Degrees or higher, and some experience in working with children. Franchisees should also have a passion for teaching or working with students, plus the right business/customer relations skills, and a solid work ethic. We also want franchise owners who will be dedicated to the operations and growth of their Best in Class Education Centers.	-
Financing Options
	Best in Class Education Franchise	LeafSpring School Franchise
	In-House/3rd Party	In-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees	-/Yes	-/Yes
Start-up Costs	-/Yes	-/Yes
Equipment	-/Yes	-/Yes
Inventory	-/Yes	-/Yes
Receivables	-/Yes	-/-
Payroll	-/Yes	-/-
Training & Support
	Best in Class Education Franchise	LeafSpring School Franchise
Training	We will provide pre-opening training for franchisees for up to five days at our corporate headquarters, plus up to three days of onsite support during your initial months of operations. On-The-Job Training: 30 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours	On-The-Job Training: 20 hours Classroom Training: 60 hours
Support	Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software	Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing	Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing	Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations	The Best in Class Education concept focuses on students of all ages, offering tailored teaching material that encourages them to learn at their own pace. By offering numerous courses, our franchisees benefit from multiple revenue streams.	Number of Employees Required to Run: 65
Expansion Plans
	Best in Class Education Franchise	LeafSpring School Franchise
US Expansion	-	Yes
Canada Expansion	-	-
International Expansion	-	Yes

Company Overviews

About Best in Class Education

Best in Class provides tailored lessons to help students build confidence and mastery in their academic work.

Our programs develop concept acquisition, critical thinking, and application of skills. Our math and English curricula follow Common Core Standards, helping prepare students for academic and standardized tests as well as everyday challenges.

We motivate and encourage students to learn the principles of mathematics and English in a rewarding way. Our teachers monitor student progress on homework and tests to ensure that they are on track and receiving the help they need.

At Best in Class, your children will gain a sense of confidence in and excitement for learning.

If you have a passion for education and a real desire to invest in your future -- and the future of young students in your local area -- a Best in Class Education Center may be the key to opening the doors to the future. For more information on the many benefits of the Best in Class franchise program, for franchise owners and their communities, contact us at [email protected] or 425.880.2688.

Seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S., Canada and Central America    

Veteran Incentives  $3,000 off franchise fees of first three centers; royalties waived for 3 months

About LeafSpring School

WHAT’S IN A NAME?

A lot, it turns out. Especially when a company has spent decades building trust, creating value, and forging meaningful relationships in the community it serves. And yet, our name was chosen back in 1989, when Rainbow Station was nothing more than a seed of potential. A possibility. Now, many years and many schools later, Rainbow Station’s strong foundation has supported the growth and expansion of our Richmond, Virginia company into an international leadership preschool, with facilities located across the U.S. and overseas.

WHY THE NAME CHANGE?

As we’ve expanded, countless schools in the early childhood education industry have begun using the name “Rainbow.” Our mission, our values and our curriculum have set us apart from these other schools for decades, but the name Rainbow Station is not the differentiator it once was. As attached as we are to our name, it was time to change. In January 2018, Rainbow Station began changing its name to LeafSpring School

WHY LEAFSPRING?

In a nod to the train imagery that was the foundation for our brand, a leaf spring helps stabilize a train’s engine as it moves along the tracks. It is our mission to ensure that our schools continue to be that same stabilizing force in the life of every child that walks through our doors. Our new LeafSpring School logo was designed to embody the enthusiasm, energy, and creativity that makes our schools unique.

WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE?

At LeafSpring School, we recognize the importance of giving our students roots, while at the same time providing them with the springboard they need to reach their own individual potential in the world. Thank you, as always, for trusting us with your most precious gifts. We are so excited to see what grows from here. Come join us and ride the train to success.

Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee