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Little Scientists
14 Selden St.
Woodbridge, CT 06525-2208
800#: (800) 322-8386
Tel: (203) 732-3522
Fax: (203) 397-2165
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.little-scientists.com
Contact: Ms. Heidi Van Borkin, VP Franchise Development
LITTLE SCIENTISTS is a leader in hands-on science education for children ages 3 to 9. Nearly 200 hands-on lessons make up a innovative science curriculum. The curriculum has been developed by renowned scientists and educators. The market is growing at a remarkable rate. Owning a LITTLE SCIENTIST franchise is a highly profitable endeavor yielding great community benefits.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1993
First Franchise: 1996
Franchise Units: 27
Company-Owned Units: 2
Total Units: 29
Distribution:
U.S. -- 17;
Canada -- 0;
International -- 1
�North America -- Operations in 7 States
�States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 5 in CT, 2 in NJ
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:14
Franchisee Qualifications:3, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: CA,FL,IL,NY,VA,WI
Average Number of Employees: 2 FT, 6-10 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 500 SF; HB
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Encourage Conversion: Yes
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $25K
Total Investment: $35K
Average Total Investment: $35.0K
Minimum Net Worth: $50K
Fees
�Franchise: $20K;
�Average Franchise Fee: $20.0K
�Royalty: 6%/$250/Mo.
�Average Royalty: 6.0%
�Advertising: 1%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements: Yes/10
Sub-Franchising Contracts: Yes
Expand In Territory: Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance: N/A
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Financial Assistance: Yes(I)
Cooperative Advertising: N/A
Franchisee Association / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 15
On-Going Support: A,B,C,D,G,H,I (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 1 Week at HQ; 1-3 Day Seminars/Training 2 Times/Year at HQ; 2-4 Times/Year On Site.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: All Canada
Overseas: All Countries Except Korea
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