Franchise By the Numbers | Story Time Chess

What It Takes to Get Started

Franchising with us is a low-barrier investment with strong earning potential. Startup costs are competitive, and many locations reach profitability quickly with the right execution. Below is a snapshot of average revenue and cost data pulled directly from our Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) to help you evaluate the opportunity with confidence.
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By The Numbers

A transparent, low-barrier path to ownership.

Pulled directly from our Franchise Disclosure Document — the figures qualified prospects need before booking a discovery call.

Total Investment

$55,627–$75,988

All-in to begin operating

Franchise Fee

$45,000

Territory rights + initial training

Royalty

Of gross revenue, weekly

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Initial Investment

Where the dollars go

The total investment to begin operation of a Story Time Chess franchise is $55,627 to $75,988, including the $45,000 initial franchise fee.

Investment Component

Estimated Range

Initial Franchise Fee

One-time fee for territory rights and initial training (non-refundable)

$45,000

Equipment Fee

Board games, lesson books, classroom and marketing materials

$669 – $2,267

Opening Advertising Campaign

Initial marketing to launch your franchise

$500 – $2,000

Additional Funds (3 months)

Working capital for initial operating expenses

$5,458 – $22,721

Insurance, Licenses & Other

Professional fees, miscellaneous startup costs

$4,000

Total Estimated Investment

$55,627 – $75,988

Estimates based on our Franchise Disclosure Document. See FDD Item 7 for initial investment details and Items 5 & 6 for ongoing fees.

Ongoing Fees

Monthly costs to operate

Predictable, transparent operating costs designed to keep you supported as you scale.

Royalty Fee

7% of Gross Revenue

Weekly fee (minimum $200/week) for ongoing support, training, and brand usage.

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Brand Fund

2% of Gross Revenue

National marketing and brand development that drives leads to your territory.

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Internal Systems

1% of Gross Revenue

Operations hub, scheduling, CRM, and tutor management tools.

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Local Advertising

$500 – $2,000 / mo

Required minimum monthly local marketing spend (paid to third parties).

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Software & Apps

$30 – $80 / mo

Required third-party software and operational applications.

Ideal Candidate

Who thrives in this opportunity

We’re looking for franchise partners with the following:

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Net worth of at least $150,000

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Liquid capital of $50,000 – $100,000 available for investment

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Passion for children’s education and development

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Strong communication and relationship-building skills

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Willingness to follow the franchise system

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Background check clearance for working with children

Want to talk through the numbers?

Our team can walk you through the FDD in detail and answer your questions in a 30-minute discovery call.

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