Qualifications.
You’re a passionate and savvy entrepreneur with a competitive sense of enthusiasm. We seek candidates who embrace our core values and our vision to influence children to learn and be the best they can be.
Learn More About How Franchising Kidtropolis Works.
Location.
Kidtropolis has the site criteria to guide you through the search. We will review and provide guidance in the negotiations once a short-list of location opportunities is compiled.
Criteria.
The candidate must be locally based in their proposed operating country and possess the proper resources to achieve business success.
Licenses.
If your application is accepted, we will provide you with all the training and support you require to open a The World of Kidtropolis location.
The Return.
The biggest influence of how much money you will make is ultimately you and your execution of the World of Kidtropolis business model. We will provide you with the financial model and tools for you to create your own cash flow projections.
The Franchise & Investment ROADMAP
1. Initial Inquiry and Basic Information Sharing
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2. Fill-out Investment Qualification Form
3. Sign non-disclosure agreement
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4. In-depth Information Sharing
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5. In-person Meeting
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6. Begin 14 Day Disclosure Period
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7. Identify and Secure Location
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8. Obtain Financing
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9. Sign Franchise Investment Agreement
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10. Get Trained
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11. Open and Succeed!
Investing
TOTAL AVERAGE START UP COST: $950K - $1.3M*.
Initial Franchise Fee
Facility Design
Engineering Drawings
Leasehold Improvement
Permits / Licenses
Furnishings, Signage & Equipment
Kitchen Equipment
Start-up Inventory
Marketing
Insurance
Legal & Accounting
Miscellaneous
*Initial investment can vary outside of the stated numbers depending on external factors including local contractors, real estate availability, and final site selection.
Kidtropolis investment qualifies for the Canada Small Business Financing Program
What is eligible?
Leasehold improvement
Equipment
Land or building purchase for commercial purposes
How much can be financed?
Up to $350,000 for equipment purchase and leasehold improvement
For more information, talk to your financial institution or visit:
Our Support.
The Kidtropolis Team is here to support you throughout the construction phase of your new pretend play city. Once you have made your commitment, our team works with you to find the perfect site for your new city. Prototype design/ building plans will also be provided to assist you in developing your city in accordance with franchise specifications. Our team will provide experienced project management to oversee the construction process. This gives you the assurance that your city will be built to the highest standards and opens with success. We guide you through selecting your architect, your contractor, and all of the milestones of construction.
Our system includes initial training and ongoing support, on site visits to help strengthen your business, marketing and advertising programs to help grow the business, meetings to network with other franchisees, and national sponsorship revenues.
OPERATIONS SUPPORT
Pre & post opening on-site training support
Customized management
Operations execution support
Business Reviews by ops consultants
Quality assurance visits
Supply chain management support
Site selection advice and support
Site design and construction guidance
PR & ADVERTISING
Established brand guide
Radio and print ads
Comprehensive local store marketing program
ONGOING SUPPORT
Field Support Representatives assist franchisees with developing an annual plan for sales growth, profitability, marketing strategy, and staff development.
Ongoing coaching and guidance in restaurant operations excellence, management, and systems procedures through telephone, webinars and teleconferencing.
Supply of propriety & private label items to ensure consistency and children safety.
Marketing and printing services for “on demand” collateral materials. Webinars on operations or marketing subjects. Grand opening hands-on support by Franchisor’s team for the launch of first Kidtropolis location.
MARKETING & PROMOTIONS
Established brand development program & point of purchase materials
A comprehensive local store marketing program
A strong use of main social media platforms: Facebook,
Youtube, Instagram & TwitterActive research into industry trends and advertising opportunities
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