Ivybrook Academy is a premier early childhood education franchise that offers a unique blend of Montessori and Reggio Emilia educational approaches, focusing on nurturing each child's individual learning style. 

Founded in 2007 by Jennifer McWilliams, a public-school teacher looking for a better work-life balance, Ivybrook Academy started its journey in Waxhaw, North Carolina. The academy is now headquartered in Weddington, North Carolina, and began franchising in 2016.

The franchise differentiates itself from typical daycare centers by providing a half-day preschool model that emphasizes a discovery-based, multi-sensory curriculum. 

This approach respects children's interests and encourages them to explore and express their ideas creatively. Ivybrook's balanced curriculum combines elements from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and collaborative learning, ensuring a comprehensive early education that prepares children for future academic success.

Training 

Ivybrook Academy provides comprehensive training to its franchisees, designed to ensure that they are well-equipped to successfully operate their preschools. 

1. Initial Onboarding Training: This includes classroom instruction and hands-on experience that covers curriculum implementation, daily operations, marketing strategies, and staff management.
2. Site Selection and Setup Assistance: Ivybrook Academy guides franchisees through choosing the right location, managing construction, and ordering the necessary equipment and materials.
3. Ongoing Training and Support: After the initial launch, franchisees receive continuous training, including curriculum updates, marketing support, and operational guidance.
4. Lesson Planning and Educational Techniques: A dedicated team provides ongoing support for lesson planning and educational methods to ensure franchisees deliver the Ivybrook learning experience effectively.

Territory Protection

Ivybrook Academy offers territory protection to its franchisees. When you become an Ivybrook Academy franchisee, you are granted an exclusive territory, which ensures that no other Ivybrook Academy franchise can be opened within a certain geographic radius around your location. 

This exclusive territory is designed to protect your investment and allow you to fully capitalize on the market potential in your designated area. The specific size and boundaries of the territory are determined based on various factors, including population density, demographics, and market potential. 

This protection helps franchisees establish and grow their business without the concern of direct competition from another Ivybrook Academy location nearby, allowing them to focus on delivering quality early childhood education and building their brand presence in the community.