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The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor dates its U.S. franchise offering to January 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe began offering franchises in the United States for iCode School programs in June 2016, and we began offering franchises in the United States for the iCode Reach programs in January 2021.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| iCode School Program Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $40,000 $40,000 |
| Area Development Agreement Total | $331,000 to $481,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Total $331,000 to $481,500 |
| iCode Reach Program Total | $82,000 to $170,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Total $82,000 $170,000 |
| iCode School Program Leasehold Improvements | $132,000 to $185,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Leasehold Improvements 3 $132,000 $185,000 |
| Area Development Agreement First Franchise (Excluding Initial Franchise Fee) | $256,000 to $406,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 First Franchise (Excluding Initial Franchise Fee) $256,000 to 406,500 |
| iCode Reach Program Additional Funds (3-month period) | $5,000 to $8,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds (3- month period) 6 $5,000 $8,000 |
| iCode School Program Additional Funds (3-month period) | $15,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Additional Funds (3-month period) 16 $15,000 $40,000 |
| iCode Reach Program Company Vehicle and Wrap | $30,000 to $90,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Company Vehicle and Wrap 5 $30,000 $90,000 |
| Area Development Agreement Initial Franchise Fee | $75,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee 2 $75,000 |
| iCode Reach Program Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $20,000 $20,000 |
| iCode School Program Total | $296,000 to $446,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Total $296,000 $446,500 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Email Address | Additional email addresses will be provided for an additional fee, currently $10 per month per additional email address. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Insurance Administrative Fee | Cost of premium plus an administrative fee not to exceed $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| iCode School Program – Development Fee | Under the Area Development Agreement, you must pay us a non- refundable development fee equal to $40,000 for the initial iCode School and $35,000 for each additional iCode School that you commit to develop. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| iCode School Program – iCode-in-a-Box Package | If you are acquiring franchise rights for the iCode School program then, prior to your School opening, you must purchase from our affiliate, Indigo Street, LLC, an “iCode-In-A-Box Package” for approximately $84,000 to $139,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty – iCode Reach Program | Under the iCode Reach program, greater of Minimum Royalty or 12% of Gross Sales. The Minimum Royalty for the iCode Reach program is $250 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| iCode School Program – Initial Franchise Fee | If you are acquiring franchise rights for the iCode School program, you will pay us a $40,000 initial franchise fee when you sign the Franchise Agreement. If you sign an Area Development Agreement, the initial franchise fee for each iCode School will be $40,000 for the initial iCode School and $35,000 for each additional iCode School that you commit to develop. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Franchise Assignment Fee | Franchise Assignment Fee $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| iCode Reach Program – Initial Franchise Fee | If you are acquiring franchise rights for the iCode Reach program, you will pay us a non-refundable $20,000 initial franchise fee when you sign the Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fee | Currently, $500, subject to additional optional services that may be selected at an additional cost to the franchisee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Royalty – iCode School Program | Under the iCode School program, greater of Minimum Royalty or 8% of Gross Sales. The Minimum Royalty for the iCode School Program is $500 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Extension Fee | Extension Fee $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Additional Assistance Fee | Up to $250 per day based on hours required, plus reimbursement for travel, lodging, food, and any training- related expenses incurred by trainers or designated third parties. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Area Development Agreement Transfer Fee | Transfer Fee $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| iCode Reach Program – Franchisor or Affiliate as a Designated Supplier | If you are acquiring franchise rights for the iCode Reach program, you will pay us or our affiliate between $61,500 to $81,500 for certain products and services that are required to establish and open your iCode Reach franchise, including architectural and project management, furnishings, computer equipment and IT installation, signage, and graphics. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Interest | 1.5% per month or maximum legal rate, whichever is less | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTerritory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 44 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 47 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 61 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 29 44 +15
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 44 47 +3
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 47 61 +14
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor dates its U.S. franchise offering to January 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe began offering franchises in the United States for iCode School programs in June 2016, and we began offering franchises in the United States for the iCode Reach programs in January 2021.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Leslie Pelley (Chief Financial Officer), Abid Abedi (Founder /Chairman/CEO and Member), Bryan Pelt (Vice President of Franchise Sales) and Chris O'Leary (Vice President of Digital Marketing).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 2 · View Source
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Chief Financial Officer: Leslie Pelley
Founder /Chairman/CEO and Member: Abid Abedi
Vice President of Franchise Sales: Bryan Pelt
Source NotesVice President of Digital Marketing: Chris O'Leary
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not sell or distribute iCode products or services to another vendor for resale, regardless of the destination, without the franchisor’s prior written consent.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may not sell or distribute iCode products or services to another vendor for resale, regardless of the destination, without our prior written consent.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figure to promote our franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 61 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 47 61 +14
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesOur fiscal year ends December 31.
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