Source: FranopolisIvybrook Academy
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a North Carolina limited liability company formed under the name “IVYBROOK FRANCHISING, LLC” on March 26, 2015.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a North Carolina limited liability company formed under the name “IVYBROOK FRANCHISING, LLC” on March 26, 2015.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Construction, Leasehold Improvements | $350,000 to $775,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Construction, Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) $350,000 to $775,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Classroom Equipment, and Decor | $75,000 to $110,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Furniture, Fixtures, Classroom Equipment, and Decor (Note 3) $75,000 to $110,000 |
| Development Agreement Total | $50,000 to $120,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Total $50,000 to $120,000 |
| Rent Deposit | $15,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Rent Deposit (Note 7) $15,000 to $25,000 |
| Training & Opening Support Fee | $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Training & Opening Support Fee $15,000 to $15,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $35,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Grand Opening Advertising (Note 11) $35,000 to $50,000 |
| Professional Fees | $25,000 to $35,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Professional Fees (See Note 12) $25,000 to $35,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $1,000 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Utility Deposits (Note 8) $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums | $3,000 to $8,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance Deposits and Premiums (Note 9 ) $3,000 to $8,500 |
| Real Estate and Facility Coordination Fee | $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Real Estate and Facility Coordination Fee $10,000 to $10,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Franchise Fee $50,000 to $50,000 |
| Total | $643,400 to $1,174,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Total $643,400 to $1,174,500 |
| Signage | $8,000 to $14,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Signage (interior and exterior) (Note 5) $8,000 to $14,000 |
| Outdoor Classroom | $25,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Outdoor Classroom (playground equipment) (Note 4) $25,000 to $40,000 |
| Pre-opening Travel Expense | $400 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Pre-opening Travel Expense (Note 10) $400 to $2,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $1,000 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Computer Hardware and Software (Note 6) $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Additional initial franchise fees under Development Agreement | $50,000 to $120,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Additional initial franchise fees $50,000 to $120,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $30,000 to $35,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Funds – 3 Months (See Note 13) $30,000 to $35,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Royalty
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Royalty Fee 7% of Gross Revenue Payable monthly, by the 6 th day of the month
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 6
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Brand Development Fund Contribution 2% of Gross Revenue Payable monthly, by the 6 th day of the month
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Real estate and facility coordination fee | When you sign your franchise agreement you are required to pay us a $10,000 real estate and facility coordination fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Late Fees and Interest | Late Fees and Interest 1.5% per month or the highest rate allowed by the state where you are located (whichever is lower) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Transfer Fee | Transfer Fee $10,000 At the time of transfer | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Training & Opening Support Fee | We charge a training and opening support fee of $15,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Inspection Fee | Inspection Fee Currently $750, plus our out-of- pocket costs | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial franchise fee for first school | The franchise fee is $50,000 for the first school, $40,000 for the second school, and $30,000 for the third school and each additional school thereafter. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Substitute or New School Administrator Training | Substitute or New School Administrator Training Currently, $500 per week for attendance at Ivybrook University or a similar program | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Brand Development Fund Contribution | Brand Development Fund Contribution 2% of Gross Revenue Payable monthly, by the 6 th day of the month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial franchise fee for second school | The franchise fee is $50,000 for the first school, $40,000 for the second school, and $30,000 for the third school and each additional school thereafter. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Local Marketing Expenditure | Local Marketing Expenditure 1% of Gross Revenue (For the first twelve (12) months after your School opens, you must spend at least the greater of (a) $1,250 per month or (b) 1% of Gross Revenue on Local Advertising.) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Development deposit per franchised business | If you sign a Development Agreement with us, you must pay a development deposit of $20,000 for each franchised business to be developed after your first School when you sign the Development Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Approval of Products, Services, or Suppliers | Approval of Products, Services, or Suppliers $500 Time of evaluation | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Operations Assistance or Training | Additional Operations Assistance or Training Our then-current charge for such assistance or training. Currently, $500 per day plus our expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial franchise fee for third and each additional school | The franchise fee is $50,000 for the first school, $40,000 for the second school, and $30,000 for the third school and each additional school thereafter. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty Fee | Royalty Fee 7% of Gross Revenue Payable monthly, by the 6 th day of the month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Late Reporting Fine | Late Reporting Fine Up to $1,000 per incident | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Technology Fee | Technology Fee $250 per month Payable monthly | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Décor Package | The current cost is $8,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Audit Expenses | Audit Expenses All costs and expenses associated with audit, approximately $1,500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Marketing Cooperative | Marketing Cooperative As determined by Marketing Cooperative. Currently, none ... The maximum marketing cooperative fee that can be imposed is 2% of Gross Revenue. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee The greater of (a) $10,000 or (b) 10% of the initial franchise fee then in effect for new franchisees | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Non-Compliance Fee Varies For ongoing non- compliance, up to $1,000 per week plus our costs and expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Transfer Damages | Transfer Damages $25,000 Within 15 days of demand | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesIf you are an entity, the franchisor does not require that your School Administrator have any ownership interest in the School.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you are an entity, we do not require that your School Administrator have any ownership interest in the School.
Territory
SourcesYou will receive an exclusive Territory under your Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 12 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
Your rights to the Territory granted under the franchise agreement are not contingent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration, nor any other contingency.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will receive an exclusive Territory pursuant to your Franchise Agreement.
Source NotesYour rights to the Territory granted under the franchise agreement are not contingent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration, nor any other contingency.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe franchisor estimates that the typical length of time between the signing of the franchise agreement and the opening of the franchise is 12 -18 months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
You must use QuickBooks for accounting and bookkeeping.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
The Student Hub is a required school management and payment processing software.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
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We estimate that the typical length of time between the signing of the franchise agreement and the opening of the franchise is 12 -18 months.
You must use QuickBooks for accounting and bookkeeping.
Source NotesThe Student Hub is a required school management and payment processing software.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee any agreement or lease.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any agreement or lease.
Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor is a North Carolina limited liability company formed under the name “IVYBROOK FRANCHISING, LLC” on March 26, 2015.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a North Carolina limited liability company formed under the name “IVYBROOK FRANCHISING, LLC” on March 26, 2015.
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 3 · View Source
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee any agreement or lease.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any agreement or lease.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor estimates that the typical length of time between the signing of the franchise agreement and the opening of the franchise is 12 -18 months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 11 · View Source
You must use QuickBooks for accounting and bookkeeping.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
The Student Hub is a required school management and payment processing software.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
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We estimate that the typical length of time between the signing of the franchise agreement and the opening of the franchise is 12 -18 months.
You must use QuickBooks for accounting and bookkeeping.
Source NotesThe Student Hub is a required school management and payment processing software.
12Territory
You will receive an exclusive Territory under your Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 12 · View Source
Your rights to the Territory granted under the franchise agreement are not contingent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration, nor any other contingency.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will receive an exclusive Territory pursuant to your Franchise Agreement.
Source NotesYour rights to the Territory granted under the franchise agreement are not contingent upon achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration, nor any other contingency.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own the rights in, or licenses to any patents or patent applications that are material to the franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 14 · View Source
The franchisor owns a copyright in the Confidential Brand Standards Manual, Curriculum, the franchisor’s website, the franchisor’s marketing materials and other copyrightable items that are part of the System.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 14 · View Source
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We do not own the rights in, or licenses to any patents or patent applications that are material to the franchise.
Source NotesWe own a copyright in the Confidential Brand Standards Manual, Curriculum, our website, our marketing materials and other copyrightable items that are part of the System.
15Owner Participation
If you are an entity, the franchisor does not require that your School Administrator have any ownership interest in the School.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you are an entity, we do not require that your School Administrator have any ownership interest in the School.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You are obligated to sell all of the products or services authorized by the franchisor.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 16 · View Source
You are only permitted to offer the services and products authorized by the franchisor and you must discontinue offering any services or products that the franchisor may disapprove.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 16 · View Source
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You are obligated to sell all of the products or services authorized by us.
Source NotesYou are only permitted to offer the services and products authorized by us and you must discontinue offering any services or products that we may disapprove.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
You may renew for two (2) successive additional terms of 10 years each.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may renew for two (2) successive additional terms of 10 years each.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently 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 presently use any public figures to promote our franchise.
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 on December 31.
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