KidzArt Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

All you need to know about this franchise in a snapshot

Number of franchises

Investment required

$23,000 - $68,000

Revenue (AUV)

$108,000

Last 3 years unit growth

-7%

Initial franchise fee

$20,100

Operating Profit

n.a.

KidzArt: Inspiring Creativity Through Art Education

Founded in 1990, KidzArt has been at the forefront of creative education, offering art programs designed to build self-confidence through self-expression. The company began franchising in 2002, expanding its reach across the United States and internationally.

KidzArt is headquartered in Michigan, where it continues to develop innovative art curricula that empower children and adults alike through the arts. KidzArt offers a wide range of art education programs for all ages, from preschoolers to adults. These include after-school classes, summer camps, workshops, birthday parties, and special events.

The brand features unique offerings like "Squiggles to Grins™" for toddlers, "TeenzArt™" for teenagers, and "Palette Up!" for adult learners. Each program is thoughtfully designed to suit different developmental stages and learning styles, ensuring an inclusive and engaging experience for every participant.

What truly sets KidzArt apart from other art education franchises is its proven curriculum, which has been refined over more than 30 years and used by millions of students worldwide. The program is centered on building creativity and confidence, encouraging students to explore their artistic abilities in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

KidzArt offers 3 types of franchises:

Franchise	Initial Investment
KidzArt Teach Franchised Business	$23,750 to $37,150
Club Scientific Teach Franchised Business	$22,750 to $52,500
Co-Branded KidzArt and Club Scientific Franchised Business	$35,450 to $68,250

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We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Co-Branded KidzArt and Club Scientific franchised business.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Co-Branded Initial Franchise Fee	$25,000 – $35,000
Initial Training	$1,000 – $2,500
Certified Instructor Training (excluding franchisee expenses)	$0 – $700
Rent or Real Estate and Improvements	–
Initial Art Inventory Fee	$2,000 – $2,000
Initial Science Inventory	$2,000 – $3,000
KidzArt Initial Website Fee and Web Hosting Fee	$750 – $750
Club Scientific Initial Website Fee and Web Hosting Fee (3 months)	$750 – $750
Initial KidzArt Registration Setup Fee	$650 – $650
Initial Club Scientific Registration Setup Fee	$650 – $650
KidzArt Video Camera	$0 – $600
Laptop Computers/Tablets (12)	$0 – $1,800
Club Scientific Software Packages	$0 – $2,750
Summer Camp Materials (per 20 students for 2 subject matter camps)	$0 – $3,000
Materials for Optional LEGO/Engineering Camps	$0 – $6,850
Insurance	$150 – $250
Miscellaneous Opening Costs	$2,000 – $4,500
Additional Funds – 3 months	$500 – $2,500
Totals (excluding rent costs)	$32,800 – $45,300
Total	$35,450 – $68,250

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Franchise Disclosure Document

Training

KidzArt provides a comprehensive training program to its franchisees, ensuring that both operational and instructional aspects of the business are effectively delivered. The training includes the following components:

Initial Training Program
After signing the Franchise Agreement, the franchisor provides training for up to two individuals, including the Managing Owner. This program consists of approximately four to five days of training at the franchisor’s headquarters. Instruction includes classroom training and hands-on sessions with instructional materials like operations manuals, curricula manuals, live demonstrations, and role-playing. A minimum of 38 hours of training is required before one is certified to begin offering classes.
Training Curriculum Topics
The structured training curriculum includes the following subject areas:
- Policies in Working with Children (6 hours)
- Class Materials and Methods (2 hours)
- Management (8 hours)
- Sales/Marketing (2 hours)
- Operating Procedures (6 hours)
- Reporting (9 hours)
- Support Procedures (1 hour)
- Accounting (3 hours)
- Teaching Classes (1 hour)

Territory Protection

KidzArt grants franchisees an exclusive territory—either a “Teach” (15,000 qualifying households) or “Teach Plus” (30,000 qualifying households) area—where only they may offer KidzArt programs, as long as they meet performance requirements.

However, the franchisor retains rights to operate or license other businesses under different marks, sell through alternative channels (like online or retail), and fulfill national contracts within the territory if the franchisee does not comply. Thus, while the territory is exclusive in principle, it includes important limitations.