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FAQ
Q: What support do I receive from the Franchisor?
A:
Real Estate & Site Development
Demographics
Zoning
Site Selection
Lease Negotiation
Building Design
Construction Management
Advertising & Marketing
Corporate website
Internet and Print Advertising
Marketing Materials
Social Media
Trade shows
Email Marketing
Operations
Licensing Assistance and Opening Assistance
Hiring of Initial Principal/Faculty
Budget Control
Quality Assurance & Training
Initial Training
On-going Professional Development
Curriculum
Program
Q: Do I need experience in education or childcare?
A: No. In fact, many of our franchise owners have corporate backgrounds and have previously enrolled their children into cefa™ schools. The owners have recognized the opportunity to enjoy a work/life balance, spend more quality time with their family, and to be rewarded personally and financially.
Q: Do I need to find my own site for my school?
A: No. You will be working very closely with our experts who will assist you through the process of site selection. As the franchise owner, you will have the final decision of approving and accepting the area location of your school.
Q: What is the timeframe to open a school?
A: Typically it takes 4-6 months to have a school operational from the day the franchise agreement is signed to the day the school opens.
Q: What type of training do I receive as a franchisee?
A: You will be enrolled in our cefa™ certified training course to learn all about cefa™ and our curriculum. You will also receive one-on-one training in the areas of administration and operations.
Q: How much are the royalties?
A: 6% for royalties, and 2% marketing royalty.
Q: What does the 2% Marketing Royalty fee provide for franchisees?
A: The 2% marketing rotalty fee covers a compregensive range of services starting from the moment you sign your agreement. Corporate marketing, including web support, trade shows attendance, social media, branding, and advertising in various publications, is fully covered by cefasystems™. Assistance with local marketing initiatives can also be provided.