What is the range of iPads that a Casa De Corazon franchisee must purchase?
Casa_De_Corazon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
er at any time according to standards and specifications we determine.
Computer Systems
Computer Hardware
You must purchase and use at a minimum, 3 personal computers with speakers, 1 printer (with color printing, scanning and faxing capabilities), 12-15 iPads, and 8-11 Bluetooth capable iPad speaker docs. All of these items must meet our specifications, including those related to model, brand and functionality, but can be purchased from any vendor. You will use the computers to send invoices, perform accounting functions, process payroll and tuition payments, complete enrollment forms and immunization reporting, play training videos, maintain financial information, produce daily reports, and email correspondence with clients, us and others. The iPads are for use by your students and administrative staff. You must also purchase the hardware required for a building security system, including camera surveillance, a speaker system and a fire alarm system meeting our requirements.
The number of items specified above is based upon a Center with 7-11 classrooms.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 23–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Casa De Corazon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee must purchase between 12 and 15 iPads. These iPads are intended for use by students and administrative staff. The specific models, brands, and functionalities must meet Casa De Corazon's standards, but franchisees can purchase them from any vendor.
The FDD also notes that the number of iPads specified is based on a center with 7-11 classrooms. If a Casa De Corazon center has more classrooms projected or a higher actual enrollment, the franchisee will need to purchase additional computers for use by students and teachers. This implies that the initial range of 12-15 iPads may not be sufficient for all locations, and franchisees should consider potential expansion when budgeting for computer hardware.
Casa De Corazon also requires that each iPad contains the desktop applications they require, including the Casa App and other educational applications. The franchisee is responsible for maintaining the most current versions of specified software and renewing licenses on a yearly basis. This ongoing software requirement adds to the total technology costs, which the FDD estimates to be between $12,000 and $17,500 for computer hardware and software, excluding the security system.