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TOP CHILD RELATED FRANCHISESWEEK OF SEPTEMBER 6, 2026

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Top 10 Child Related Franchises

Child-related franchises are some of the most fun and enjoyable franchises you can own. Anything child-related in general is pretty great, as any parent would tell you. Child-related franchises include children’s arts and crafts franchises, haircutting franchises, music franchises, and theatre franchises. If you do a Google search for child-related words like “child care franchises” and “tutoring franchises” you will see that there’s numerous opportunities available. Child-care franchises are in-demand. About 40% of American families spend $1,000 on their children’s extracurricular activities, according to a SunTrust Bank survey on activities for their children. Not only are child-related franchises potentially lucrative, but they can also be extremely rewarding.

Here are the top child related franchises for week ending September 6, 2026. The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our portal to identify which child related franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. We use our ranking system to help identify new and upcoming franchise systems. This ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy, it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

N Zone Sports of America Logo

#1 RANKED FRANCHISE

N Zone Sports of America

N Zone provides what youth sports programs should: a fun, safe, and rewarding experience for all who participate. We feel that all kids should... learn more

Number of Units 50-100 UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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British Swim School Logo

#2 RANKED FRANCHISE

British Swim School

British Swim School is the leader in "Learn to Swim" programs. It was revolutionary in developing a survival program that enables the very young... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Wize Computing Academy Logo

#3 RANKED FRANCHISE

Wize Computing Academy

Wize Computing Academy is a leader in Children Enrichment Education and is recognized as a Top Education, Children's Products and Services... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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Mathnasium Learning Center Logo

#4 RANKED FRANCHISE

Mathnasium Learning Center

Mathnasium is a revolution in math education. Our proprietary teaching method helps children catch up and get ahead while making learning fun... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Hudson Valley Swim Logo

#5 RANKED FRANCHISE

Hudson Valley Swim

Hudson Valley Swim offers a premium swim lesson program to the communities that we serve. We have been teaching infants, children and adults of... learn more

Number of Units LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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Sylvan Learning Logo

#6 RANKED FRANCHISE

Sylvan Learning

Sylvan Learning is a leading education franchise that delivers personalized tutoring to help students build confidence and achieve academic... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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Class 101 Logo

#7 RANKED FRANCHISE

Class 101

Class 101 is a college planning franchise that helps high school students navigate the admissions process, maximize scholarship opportunities,... learn more

Number of Units 50-100 UNITS

Cash Required $25,000 - $50,000

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The Little Gym Logo

#8 RANKED FRANCHISE

The Little Gym

The Little Gym is the world's leading children's enrichment franchise, helping kids from infancy through age 12 build confidence, physical... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Musicologie Logo

#9 RANKED FRANCHISE

Musicologie

Musicologie provides delightful in-person and virtual music lessons for all ages and skill levels, specializing in neighborhood studios with... learn more

Number of Units LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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BISHOPS Cuts/Color Logo

#10 RANKED FRANCHISE

BISHOPS Cuts/Color

Bishops, founded in 2001, aimed to revolutionize the haircare industry by offering accessible and unpretentious services, providing customers... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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The Complete List

Below is the full list of top child related franchises for week ending September 6, 2026.

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Rank Franchise Name Cash Required Number of Units  
1 N Zone Sports of America $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
2 British Swim School $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
3 Wize Computing Academy $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
4 Mathnasium Learning Center $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
5 Hudson Valley Swim $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
6 Sylvan Learning $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
7 Class 101 $25,000 - $50,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
8 The Little Gym $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
9 Musicologie $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
10 BISHOPS Cuts/Color $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
11 Monster Mini Golf More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
12 Alsies $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
13 Code Ninjas $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
14 Fundraising University $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
15 Sharkey's Cuts for Kids and Sharkey's Hair It Is $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
16 Frios Gourmet Pops $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
17 Stemtree $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
18 Taste Buds Kitchen $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
19 Best in Class Education Center $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
20 The Starz Program $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
21 USA Ninja Challenge $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
22 First Day Homecare $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
23 Club SciKidz $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
24 Challenge Island $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
25 WorldKids School More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
26 Stretch N Grow $25,000 - $50,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
27 Haven Childcare | Workspace | Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
28 Celebree School More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
29 Apex Leadership $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
30 Building Kidz $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
31 Kid to Kid $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
32 Safari Kid $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
33 Story Time Chess $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
34 Ivybrook Academy $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
35 Azgari $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
36 PlayPalz Indoor Playground More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
37 The Knight School Less than $25,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
38 Kung Fu Kids $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
39 Silver Bear Swim School More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
40 Ducklings Early Learning Centers Franchise More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
41 Steamoji $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
42 Above Grade Level In-Home Tutoring $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
43 iCode - Computer Science Education for Kids $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
44 Baby Power Forever Kids $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
45 songs for seeds $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
46 Kidcreate Studio $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
47 Tootl Transport $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
48 Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
49 Aqua-Tots Swim Schools More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
50 Once Upon A Child More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
51 VINCI Academy $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
52 Children's Orchard $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
53 High Touch High Tech - Science Made Fun $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
54 Tumbles - Kid's Fitness Gym + STEAM $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
55 Marigold Academy More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
56 Urban Air Adventure Parks More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
57 Bricks 4 Kidz $25,000 - $50,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
58 Dart Wars $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
59 Spoiled Rotten Photography $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
60 Play It Again Sports More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
61 Snapology $25,000 - $50,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
62 PRO Martial Arts $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
63 Jumpin' Jamboree More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
64 Launch Entertainment Park More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
65 ZU Kids Hair Studio Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
66 Big Blue Swim School More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
67 Little Nest Portraits $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
68 Plato's Closet More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
69 Jump!Zone Party & Play Centers More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
70 LearningRx $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
71 Gymboree Play & Music $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
72 Bennett Hill Academies Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
73 Premier Martial Arts $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
74 Tierra Encantada More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
75 Nutty Scientists $25,000 - $50,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
76 The Musicolor Method $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
77 Success on the Spectrum $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
78 Rock and Roll Daycare $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
79 Snip-its $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
80 All About Kids Learning Center More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
81 Kids In Sports $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
82 Code Wiz $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
83 FUN BUS Fitness FUN on Wheels $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
84 Prepaze Academy $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
85 Soccer Stars $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
86 The Tutoring Club $25,000 - $50,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
87 STEM For Kids Less than $25,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
88 Oliver's Nannies $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
89 Elixir Muscle Recovery $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
90 Zaniac More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
91 Omega Learning $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
92 Discovery Point More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
93 Flour Power Cooking Studios $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
94 Gravity Extreme Zone More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
95 Hobby Quest Less than $25,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
96 Small Hands Big Art $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
97 Essential Speech and ABA Therapy $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
98 Music Go Round More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
99 ZEBRA ROBOTICS $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
100 Ninja Nation More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises. We do not represent all franchises listed here. By clicking on "Request a Consultation," you are agreeing to be contacted by one of our Certified Franchise Consultants to discuss franchise ownership.

About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

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