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Genius Kids Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Genius Kids is a children’s educational franchise offering fun learning classes, camps, and early enrichment programs, serving families seeking supplemental education, and known for engaging instructors, accessible locations, and broad age-range curriculum.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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23
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Franchise fee

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$50,000
Investment

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$276,000 - $909,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Genius Kids was established in 2001 by Dr. Rennu Dhillon in Fremont, California, originally operating as a small early-learning center. Over time, the concept evolved into an established education franchise, with its corporate offices still based in Fremont and managed by Genius Kids Development, Inc.

The brand gradually widened its reach across the United States and began franchising around 2011. Today, Genius Kids delivers a range of programs for children from infancy through the pre-kindergarten years and into early school-age enrichment.

Its programs cover infant and toddler development, preschool and pre-K education, after-school learning, summer activities, and structured homework support. The curriculum emphasizes early literacy, phonics, foundational math, motor-skill development, and confidence-building through communication practice.

A key differentiator for Genius Kids is its proprietary educational approach, which blends academic learning with leadership and communication skills. Storytelling, drama, and public-speaking activities are woven into daily lessons, offering a distinctive model compared to traditional early-education franchises.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Genius Kids franchise is $276,000 - $909,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $50,000
Additional Curriculum Fees $0 – $20,000
Rent – 3 months $30,000 – $60,000
Leasehold Improvements $50,000 – $450,000
Furniture and Fixtures $20,000 – $35,000
Computers, Technology, and Security System $10,000 – $30,000
Playground Equipment $65,000 – $150,000
Signage $3,000 – $5,000
Classroom Supplies $2,000 – $5,000
Inventory and Other Supplies $1,500 – $4,000
Local Marketing $9,000 – $15,000
Insurance $2,500 – $5,000
Uniforms $300 – $1,000
Licenses, Permits and Professional Fees $2,500 – $8,000
Staffing Expenses – 3 Months $10,500 – $36,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months $20,000 – $35,000
Total $276,300 – $909,000

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Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $50,000
Additional Curriculum Fees $0 – $20,000
Rent – 3 months $30,000 – $60,000
Leasehold Improvements $50,000 – $450,000
Furniture and Fixtures $20,000 – $35,000
Computers, Technology, and Security System $10,000 – $30,000
Playground Equipment $65,000 – $150,000
Signage $3,000 – $5,000
Classroom Supplies $2,000 – $5,000
Inventory and Other Supplies $1,500 – $4,000
Local Marketing $9,000 – $15,000
Insurance $2,500 – $5,000
Uniforms $300 – $1,000
Licenses, Permits and Professional Fees $2,500 – $8,000
Staffing Expenses – 3 Months $10,500 – $36,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months $20,000 – $35,000
Total $276,300 – $909,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Genius Kids's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Genius Kids had 25 total units in 2025, of which 23 were franchised-owned and 2 company-owned.

Competitors

Below are some of

Genius Kids

key competitors in the

Preschool

sector.

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Revenue
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$276,000

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$909,000

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Training

Genius Kids provides comprehensive training to ensure franchisees are prepared to successfully operate their learning centers. The franchisor is the sole approved provider of this training, which focuses on delivering their proprietary educational and developmental programs.

  1. Initial Training Program: Genius Kids requires franchisees to participate in an initial training program, which includes instruction on the operational systems, curriculum delivery, and administrative tools necessary to run the center efficiently.
  2. Curriculum Implementation Training: The franchisor offers specific training on how to implement the Genius Kids proprietary curriculum using approved technology such as smart boards, stage/microphone systems, and POS systems. Each classroom must be equipped accordingly, and franchisees must follow the standards for delivering instruction.
  3. Technology and Software Training: Training also includes use of the approved software systems for recording enrollments, tuition tracking, and center check-ins/outs. This ensures franchisees can manage daily operations effectively and meet required data standards.

Territory Protection

Genius Kids does not grant exclusive territorial rights to franchisees. Instead, it designates a “Territory” during the site approval process, but this area is not protected from future franchise development.

The franchisor retains the right to open other centers or grant additional franchises near existing locations. Any territorial benefit depends on the franchisee's compliance and timely progress, with no long-term exclusivity guaranteed.

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Competitors

Below are some of Genius Kids's key competitors in the Preschool sector.

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Investment

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Investment

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