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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Young Rembrandts vs Engineering for Kids including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $44,405 - $51,555 | $27,250 - $93,700 |
Franchise Fee | $39,500 | $12,250 - $22,500 |
Royalty Fee | 10%-8% | 7% |
Advertising Fee | 1% | 1% |
Year Founded | 1988 | 2009 |
Year Franchised | 1997 | 2011 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 7 years |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 7 years |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | Very few of our owners have a background in art. Our philosophy is based on the fact that creativity is teachable skill - and that includes our owners! | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/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 |
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Training | Comprehensive one week training by a team of professionals with hands on experience in managing and growing an extensive territory - Unparalleled continuous training and support earned us a 97% above average rating in "accessibility and responsiveness." (based on 3rd party Franchise Business Review survey) On-The-Job Training: 9 hours Classroom Training: 36 hours | We train you to be a successful Engineering for Kids director by requiring you to successfully complete our 3-day Engineering for Kids training at our corporate headquarters as well as a 2-Day On-Site teacher training at your location. We provide you with instruction and curriculum materials on all areas of operations, from a thorough review of the operations manual to hands-on classroom training. |
Support | Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform |
Marketing | Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing | Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home.
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 - 20
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. New curriculum is developed on an ongoing basis, and owners do not pay for new materials/updates. | Number of Employees Required to Run: 5 - 10 |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | Yes | - |
International Expansion | Yes | Yes |
This is your opportunity to own a recession-resistant business
offering a unique educational service that's in high demand. What's more, there's limited competition, powerful support from a credible international brand, and the opportunity to replace your corporate income while spending time in the community.
A proven business model that has been successful for over 20 years
Ranked in the Top 500 Franchises by Entrepreneur magazine 6 years in a row
*Flexible hours allowing time for family
*Strong support and continual training from Home Office
*Strong support and communication between franchisees
*Modest start-up and low operating expenses
If you are someone who wants to:
* Be your own boss
* Escape corporate pressures
Expansion Opportunities
US/Canada/International Opportunities: Individual Units available in Canada.
Master Territories available in all other countries
Territory Availability: Territories available in all US States, except AZ (sold out)
Master Licensing: Available Internationally only
An Invaluable Product
Young Rembrandts teaches drawing, the fundamental skill of all the visual arts, to children aged 3.5 to 12. Each week, with our proprietary teaching method and unparalleled curriculum, students participate in an engaging and exciting lesson that not only develops technical ability, but develops classroom and social skills that are critical to both academic and life long success.
Are you ambitious to succeed and be a leader in your community?
Do you have good management and business experience?
Do you possess good communication and interpersonal skills?
If so, then we need to talk..
Engineering for Kids offers a suite of programs for children ages 4 to 14 introducing them to science, technology, engineering and math through a variety of workshops all aimed at developing problem solving skills. Programs include after school programs, evening classes, in-school field trips, workshops, birthday parties, home-school programs, scouts workshops, and pre-school programs.
In order to impact as many youth as possible, Engineering for Kids began franchising as a way to spread the program across the country. Engineering for Kids presents a low-barrier opportunity with room to grow, as the brand plans to add between 50-60 new locations in 2013. Our franchisees share Roberts' passion for the program, understanding the need for STEM education.
An ideal Engineering for Kids franchisee is someone who is well connected in their community, a parent, or an individual who has a passion for educating children.