Steamoji

Steamoji is a STEM maker academy franchise for children ages 6 - 14, offering hands-on coding, engineering, design, and building projects that foster creativity, adaptability, and real-world problem-solving skills.

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Steamoji Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2026

Background

Steamoji is North America's fastest-growing STEM Maker Academy for kids ages 6 - 14. Steamoji keeps kids engaged while parents see progress.

Through its multidisciplinary "Journey to Master Maker" curriculum - spanning coding, robotics, engineering, 3D printing, and digital arts - Steamoji helps children build curiosity, resilience, problem-solving, and adaptability through hands-on making.

Founded in 2019, Steamoji began franchising in 2020 and has grown to 67 locations across the U.S. and Canada, with franchisees supported by a turnkey business model, protected territory, and no STEM background required.

Steamoji is a member of the International Franchise Association (IFA) and is currently seeking franchisees across North America. For more information, visit steamojifranchise.com.

Company Details

Established: 2019
First Unit Franchised: 2020
Franchised Units: 65
Company Owned Units: 2
States Registered In: California - CA, Florida - FL, Georgia - GA, Massachusetts - MA, Michigan - MI, New Jersey - NJ, North Carolina - NC, Texas - TX, Virginia - VA, Washington - WA
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By Steamoji

Financial Assistance Provided: No

Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: Location and size guidelines as well as test fits to ensure the location will work

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Specify: We have a 30 year veteran resource as well as work with local brokers

Recruiting Assistance: No

Co-operative Advertising: No

Training:
Classroom training 80 hours. In person training 40 hours.

2026 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Steamoji Franchise.

What does a Steamoji Franchise Cost?

Steamoji franchise fees for 2026:

Cash Investment: $100,000 - $200,000
Total Investment: $196,363 - $487,213
Minimum Net Worth: $500,000
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $45,000
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit: $45,000
Royalty: 8%
Ad Fee: 2%
Other Fees: NA
Average Number of Employees at Start/at Maturity: NA
Item 19: Yes
SBA Registry: No
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: Yes
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Specify: You only need to hire one solid employee as the Academy Director.

If the Academy Director leaves, you need to be prepared to

a) take over the business, or

b) have someone who can manage the business until you hire the next Academy Director.

Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes(5,000 off franchise fee)

Is Steamoji a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Steamoji is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Steamoji a Home Based franchise?

No. Steamoji is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Steamoji Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Steamoji franchisees make. Steamoji offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Steamoji a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Steamoji is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Steamoji Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Steamoji franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Steamoji Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. Steamoji franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Steamoji Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Steamoji franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Steamoji Looking for International franchisees?

No. Steamoji franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Steamoji's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Child Related, Education, Retail, Recently Added Franchises, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

50-100 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

Yes

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

Steamoji Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Steamoji franchises for sale. We may have Steamoji franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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