Little Sunshine's Playhouse vs Montessori Kids Universe Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Montessori Kids Universe Franchise
Investment $503,700 - $552,500$419,911 - $948,871
Franchise Fee $70,000$35,000 - $56,000
Royalty Fee 7%6%
Advertising Fee $1,000-$3000 /mo-
Year Founded -1988
Year Franchised -2013
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Montessori Kids Universe Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Montessori Kids Universe Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Montessori Kids Universe Franchise
Training -On-The-Job Training: 20-40 hours Classroom Training: 72 hours Additional Training: As needed
Support -Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection
Marketing -Ad Templates Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations -Number of Employees Required to Run: 12 - 18

Expansion Plans

 
Little Sunshine's Playhouse Franchise
Montessori Kids Universe Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

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!
 

About Montessori Kids Universe


Demand for high-quality early childhood education has never been higher in this country.
Take the first step toward professional independence and open a Montessori pre-school franchise that's a true investment in the future.

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