Founded in 2005 by Shahdokth “Shy” Mudakavi in Newark, California, Safari Kid has grown into a global leader in early childhood education. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, the franchise began offering franchising opportunities in 2011, welcoming entrepreneurs who are passionate about fostering young minds.
Safari Kid offers a wide range of educational programs for children aged 0 to 12, including infant care, toddler and preschool education, after-school enrichment, and summer camps.
The franchise’s curriculum is built on cutting-edge research in brain development, ensuring that each child receives a holistic education. By focusing on cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and language development, Safari Kid delivers a well-rounded learning experience that promotes both confidence and academic growth.
A key factor that differentiates Safari Kid from other early education franchises is its commitment to innovation. Its proprietary curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest educational research, and it embraces diverse teaching methodologies to meet the individual needs of students.
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Safari Kid provides a comprehensive training program to ensure franchisees are equipped to successfully operate their learning center. The franchisor offers the following key programs:
Safari Kid offers its franchisees a designated territory to operate their learning center, providing a degree of territorial protection. The franchise agreement specifies that the territory is defined and approved by the franchisor, ensuring that no other franchisee can open a Safari Kid center within that area. This helps minimize direct competition from other Safari Kid franchises within the same market.
However, the franchisor retains certain rights that can impact territorial exclusivity. For example, Safari Kid may continue to market and advertise its brand broadly, including within a franchisee’s designated area, through online and regional campaigns. While the protected territory provides operational space, franchisees should note that digital and brand-wide promotions are not limited by physical territorial boundaries.
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