Children’s Lighthouse
Financial Plan
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Total investment
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The Concept
Children’s Lighthouse is a U.S. early-childhood education and childcare franchise founded in 1997 in Fort Worth, Texas. The concept provides childcare and educational programs for infants through school-age children, combining care with character development, learning and structured enrichment. Its proprietary Lighthouse C.A.R.E.S. curriculum is designed around cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
The brand operates a real-estate-intensive center model and offers franchisees support with site selection, development, training and operations. The system is considerably smaller than Kiddie Academy or TLE, with approximately 69–73 operating locations in the latest available FDD data, making it a useful example of a smaller mid-market childcare franchise.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Children's Lighthouse franchise cost?
The investment varies dramatically depending on the development model. The published figures range from approximately $940,000 to $8.8 million, because the higher scenario can include acquiring real estate and constructing the school.
The franchise fee is generally $60,000 to $85,000, depending on the applicable model and agreement. This makes the concept more capital-intensive than many small educational franchises.
How much revenue does Children's Lighthouse generate?
FDD-based financial-performance data indicates average gross revenue of approximately $2 million per center. Earlier disclosed data for 67 qualifying schools showed average gross revenue of approximately $1.94 million.
These numbers should be treated as historical performance data for qualifying locations, not as a forecast for a newly opened center.
What are the ongoing fees?
The standard royalty is approximately 7% of gross sales, with an additional advertising contribution of around 0.5%.
Additional technology and operating fees can apply, so franchisees should review the current FDD rather than relying solely on the headline percentages.
Is Children's Lighthouse a good option for a first-time childcare franchisee?
The model is designed to provide extensive training and operational support, but childcare remains a highly regulated business. Owners need to be prepared to manage a substantial facility, recruit and retain qualified staff, maintain enrollment and comply with state licensing requirements.
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