Ivybrook Academy
Overview
Ivybrook Academy is a Montessori and Reggio Emilia-inspired half-day preschool franchise, providing a high-quality early childhood education experience. Founded in 2007 and franchising since 2016, Ivybrook has grown to 90 locations, offering an academically focused alternative to traditional daycare centers. The unique half-day model ensures individualized learning while allowing franchisees to operate with lower overhead and staffing requirements.
Franchise owners benefit from a structured, turnkey business model with predictable revenue streams and a strong community presence. Schools operate on a set schedule, Monday through Friday, with mornings and afternoons split into two sessions, reducing facility and labor costs. With no need for transportation or meal services, franchisees can focus on delivering an enriching educational experience. Ivybrook provides comprehensive training, site selection assistance, marketing support, and ongoing operational guidance to ensure franchisee success.
Ivybrook Academy is ideal for entrepreneurs passionate about early childhood education and community impact. The model offers a semi-absentee ownership structure, allowing franchisees to balance business growth with a high quality of life. With a recession-resistant industry, strong demand for quality preschool education, and a proven model for success, Ivybrook Academy presents a compelling investment opportunity in the expanding education sector.
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Financial Requirements
Disclosed Financials
At this time, this franchise does not have any financial performance information that can be publicly disclosed. However, we understand the importance of financial insights when evaluating a franchise opportunity. Please reach out to us, and we’ll be happy to provide additional details to help you make an informed decision.
Training & Support
Ivybrook Academy provides franchisees with comprehensive support, starting with in-depth training in operations, curriculum implementation, and business management. Franchisees receive assistance with site selection, lease negotiation, and facility design to ensure an optimal learning environment.
Ongoing support includes marketing guidance, enrollment growth strategies, and continuous operational coaching. Franchisees benefit from structured processes, a proven academic curriculum, and a dedicated support team to help manage day-to-day operations. With a well-established system in place, Ivybrook ensures franchisees have the tools needed for long-term success in the early childhood education industry.
Differentiators
- Half-Day Preschool Model – Focuses on education rather than childcare, operating with morning and afternoon sessions to maximize efficiency.
- Lower Overhead Costs – No need for transportation, meal services, or full-day staffing, reducing operational expenses.
- Academic Excellence – Montessori and Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum provides a high-quality early education experience.
- Work-Life Balance – Set weekday hours and nearly one-third of the year off, offering franchisees a better quality of life.
- Recession-Resistant Industry – Strong demand for quality preschool education ensures steady enrollment regardless of economic conditions.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Ivybrook Academy franchise owner is a community-driven entrepreneur passionate about early childhood education. While no prior education experience is required, successful franchisees have strong leadership, communication, and business management skills. Owners should be comfortable building relationships with parents, staff, and local organizations while overseeing operations and enrollment growth. The model is well-suited for individuals seeking a semi-absentee opportunity with a structured, high-quality business in the education sector.
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