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Franchise Opportunity

Safari Kid

Own a Safari Kid Franchise

When investing in a franchise opportunity with Safari Kid, you’re joining forces with pioneers and visionaries in the childcare and early education industry. With access to Safari Kid’s executive team, comprised of seasoned experts in the childcare and education industry, franchise owners gain a distinct competitive edge. Safari Kid’s primary objective is to simplify the path to franchise ownership, enabling franchise owners to confidently own and operate centers even without prior education experience. 

Backed by a proven business model and a meticulously crafted eclectic proprietary curriculum, your center will stand out in the competitive landscape with comprehensive training & support from the Safari Kid team.  Safari Kid works dedicatedly to help achieve a solid foundation. With the dedicated guidance of our team and an adept home office staff, coupled with comprehensive training and unwavering support, your success as a Safari Kid franchise partner is assured. 

Complete the form to request more information from the Safari Kid corporate team—and download the free Franchisee Satisfaction report.

  • Min. Cash Required: $150,000
  • Net Worth Required: $750,000
  • Total Startup Investment: $200,000 - $1,000,000
  • Franchising Since: 2011
  • Franchise Units: 31

Available Markets

USA United States:

AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, ME, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV, WY

CA Canada:

AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, QC, SK, YT

International

Download the Safari Kid Franchisee Satisfaction Report

Only the brands that exceed FBR’s franchisee satisfaction benchmark are displayed on our website. Here’s how Safari Kid franchise owners rated their franchise.

  • 100% of franchisees agree that fellow franchisees are supportive of each other
  • 100% of franchisees agree that they enjoy operating this business
  • 100% of franchisees would recommend this franchise to others

Complete the form to request more information from the Safari Kid corporate team—and download the free Franchisee Satisfaction report.

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Safari Kid
Franchise Owner Satisfaction Report
Review completed: September 2025
0-49 Below average
50-69 Average
70-100 Best
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  • Training & Support
  • Core Values
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  • Leadership
  • Self-Evaluation

Not all franchise systems share their results publicly. Safari Kid does. Download the franchisee satisfaction report on Safari Kid for free.

Safari Kid Awards from Franchise Business Review

2026 Satisfaction Awards – Top Franchises for Women
2026 Franchisee Excellence
2026 – Top 200 Franchise
2025 Top Culture
2025 Top Recession Resistant
2025 FBR Top
2025 Womens
2024 Most Innovative
2024 Rock Star Award
2024 Top Womens
2024 FBR Top
2024 Best Culture
2023 Most Innovative
2023 Best Culture
2023 Top Women

Safari Kid Franchise Information

Business Model

Safari Kid is a rapidly expanding childcare, preschool, and after school franchise, serving children ages 0-12 years, and an emerging frontrunner within the childcare and early education sector. With a remarkable presence spanning across the globe, boasting over 40 operational locations and an additional dozen in the developmental pipeline, our business model offers a golden opportunity for visionary entrepreneurs to join our thriving community.

As a Safari Kid franchise owner, you’ll tap into a proven formula for success.  Our distinctive business model, carefully crafted with a foundation of thorough market analysis, empowers franchise owners to pinpoint the perfect locations for their centers. Additionally, franchise owners reap the advantages of our extensive expertise, all-encompassing support, and the chance to make a lasting impact on young minds worldwide. Join us on this exciting journey to shape the future of education.

Key Benefits

Investing in childcare and early childhood education is an exceptional opportunity fueled by both societal shifts and promising growth indicators. As per IBISWorld report the childcare/preschool and after-school industry is an 80B+ industry in the US and is growing at 3% a year over year.  57B+ of that industry is just the childcare industry, which is the core strength of Safari Kid. 

More of the industry is moving to in-center childcare centers as opposed to at-home childcare centers. There is also a growing focus from both sides of the aisle regarding early childhood education. Assistance is to be given under the Family Plan to support dual-income families and specifically to support women at work. It is becoming understood that for mothers to be a vital part of the workforce, quality childcare must be considered. By aligning with the evolving needs of modern families, franchisees can play a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape while enjoying the rewards of a forward-looking and impactful venture.

With a remarkable 5-Star Franchise Partner Rating, Safari Kid boasts a majority of franchisees successfully owning and operating multiple centers, a testament to our capability to ensure their prosperous journey. Safari Kid provides unwavering support to franchise partners throughout their entire journey. Below you will find some of the highlights:

  • Multiple Revenue Streams – Our program serves children ages 0-5 (Infant, Toddler, & Preschool), 5-12 (After School & Enrichment programs), 4-12 (Summer camps) and is a one-stop-shop for parents.
  • Comprehensive Training and SupportWe provide ongoing role-based training and support for both owners and staff across all operational aspects. From operations, compliance, sales & marketing, HR & Payroll management, etc. We also provide guidance in accordance with best practices as well as any state licensing policies that are mandated.
  • Whole Child ApproachInstead of relying on a label that promotes only one way of looking at learning, Safari Kid embraces an eclectic approach that appeals to a much wider audience. Our approach is enriched by the latest research and designed to engage a diverse audience. Safari Kids proprietary curriculum evolves along with the science of brain development. If the research changes, so does our focus – this keeps us cutting edge. We prioritize the five core domains of development, including physical, cognitive, language and literacy, social and emotional growth, with an added emphasis on health and care, which in turn, makes Safari Kid stand out in a crowd.
  • Marketing and Sales Support: Harness our comprehensive market research to pinpoint the perfect locations for your center and define your target audience, setting the stage for maximum success. Moreover, tap into our proven sales and marketing strategies, and branding resources to adeptly showcase your centers in the community, driving robust enrollments.
  • Maximizing Efficiency with Technology: Safari Kid’s technology plays a critical role in making franchise ownership easier for investors. From our childcare management and student enrollment applications to our integrated marketing and customer management solutions, our technology empowers franchisees with the latest cutting-edge tools to grow and manage their businesses.
Marketing Support

As a preschool franchise partner, one of the biggest concerns may be maintaining a strong marketing strategy in order to attract and retain families in your community. With Safari Kid’s comprehensive sales and marketing training and support, we equip our franchisees with the necessary tools to effectively market their services and maintain a steady flow of enrollments.

Our team assists in the following areas:

  • Go-To-Market strategy, plan & execution
  • Grass Root & Digital Marketing Plan & support.
  • Advertising strategy to track and ensure higher ROI on marketing spend
  • Tools & Technology to manage family inquiries 
  • Social Media & Reputation Management
  • Market Specific Tuition Plans

With this level of ongoing support, you can focus on providing high-quality education and care for the children in your community, knowing that a strong marketing strategy is in place to help your business thrive.

Training Programs

As a potential franchisee, do you Lack prior experience in education? If so, no problem. Safari Kid has you covered with comprehensive operational support, encompassing:

  • Data analytics to support with site selection
  • Location buildout guidance & support to help meet business & licensing requirements
  • Launch – sales & marketing support
  • Curriculum – Lesson Plans 
  • Revenue Management – Automated Billing & Collections
  • Parent Communication – Daily Activities, Observations, Assessments etc.
  • Human Resource Management – Recruitment, Payroll, & Benefits
  • Center Operations – Staff Planning, Compliance, & Quality Management
  • Ongoing Training and Development Across All Functions
Is there a Veteran discount?

Veterans receive 10% off franchise fees.

Franchise Contact Information

Contact: Arihant Jain
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 408-390-9475
Address: 34899 Newark Blvd
Newark, CA 94560

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Safari Kid Franchise Review & Testimonials

Actual owner reviews from our third party, independent surveys.

  • All franchisees work collaboratively as a team, sharing resources, ideas, and best practices to support one another. This spirit of cooperation not only strengthens each individual center but also upholds the Safari Kid brand’s commitment to quality and excellence across all locations.

    Auxilia, Safari Kid Franchise Owner

    Overall Brand Rating:

    FSI
  • I share a great bond with my franchiser, built on trust and mutual respect. I strongly believe they are genuinely invested in my success, as they consistently provide guidance and encouragement. Whenever I need support, they are always there to help, ensuring I never feel alone in my journey.

    Seema, Safari Kid Franchise Owner

    Overall Brand Rating:

    FSI
  • I am very pleased with the support and training we receive from Safari Kid corporate. The training is fantastic. They also do followups to make sure we are not overwhelmed with any new technology changes or changes in the curriculum. I am very happy with the periodic training for our teachers as well.

    Vidya, Safari Kid Franchise Owner

    Overall Brand Rating:

    FSI

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Safari Kid is more than a franchise; it’s a transformative journey where futures flourish! Safari Kid franchise owners provide childcare, preschool, after-school, and early education services globally. Transform your career as a Safari Kid Franchisee.