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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Little Scientists vs Lekha Writing Centers including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $35,000 | $45,000 |
Franchise Fee | $20,000 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 6%/$250/Mo. | - |
Advertising Fee | 1% | - |
Year Founded | 1993 | - |
Year Franchised | 1996 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years +10 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years +10 | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
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Equipment | -/- | -/- |
Inventory | -/- | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
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Training & Support |
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Training | 1. HQ 1 Week 2. HQ 2 Times/Year 3. On Site 2-4 Times/Year | - |
Support | Central Data Processing Central Purchasing Field Operation Evaluation Field Training Franchisee Newsletter Central Data Processing Regional or National Meetings 800 Telephone Hotline | - |
Marketing | - | - |
Operations | Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 6-10 Part-time Passive Ownership: Allowed, But Discouraged | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
The Little Scientists "hands-on" approach to teaching and learning was created to achieve two goals: to instill in children a passion for the exciting world of science and to help children develop specific scientific skills that will enable them to enjoy a lifetime of learning. We now have over 200 "hands-on" science lessons in subjects such as: Why is the Sky Blue, Magical Magnets, the Science of Flying, Chemistry, Electromagnetism -- and we are continuing to develop new lessons.
The Lekha Way - A truly innovative way to teach children how to write and think creatively and critically. Available Now!Lekha is actively recruiting franchise partners who are passionate about writing, creativity, and education and can replicate the Lekha model in their own communities. New Lekha franchises can start by being operated in Parks and Recreation Centers, local schools, Education franchise opportunity franchisee's homes, or other small spaces. Once established the franchisee can open a freestanding Lekha location. The Lekha franchise model is easily duplicated with a low initial investment and low overhead. Franchise partners will be provided with our time-tested curriculum and tools for success to help them implement classes, camps, and workshops for children and teens. We are ready to share our expertise with our franchise partners so they too can share their love of writing with the students.