KidsPark is a childcare franchise that provides families with a wide range of convenient services, including drop-in care by the hour, preschool enrichment, after-school activities, and private party options. The concept was launched in 1988 in San Jose, California, as a response to parents looking for more adaptable childcare arrangements.
The brand is still based in San Jose and has built a strong reputation for blending education, creativity, and fun in a supervised setting designed to meet the needs of modern families. Its model focuses on creating an inviting space where children can learn and play while parents enjoy reliable, short-term support.
KidsPark moved into franchising in 2003 after its original location gained traction in the local community. Franchise owners run centers that typically serve children ages two through twelve, offering everything from hourly and backup care to preschool learning programs and themed birthday celebrations.
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KidsPark provides a structured training program to support franchisees in establishing and operating their childcare centers. The franchisor offers both pre-opening and ongoing assistance designed to equip franchisees with the knowledge and tools needed for success.
KidsPark provides a limited form of territory protection to its franchisees. While the franchise agreement may grant an exclusive territory, this protection is conditional and may be reduced or revoked if certain performance benchmarks are not met.
Specifically, KidsPark reserves the right to modify or reduce the franchisee’s territory if the center fails to maintain enrollment of at least 1,000 families after 20 months of operation.
Moreover, KidsPark may allow other franchisees or the company itself to open centers within a designated area if the original franchisee does not secure an approved site within the initial 90 days of the agreement, or within a 90-day extension period.
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