What is the monthly Systems Standards Fee for a Creative World School?
Creative_World_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure (1) | Low Amount | High Amount | Method Of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (1)(2) | $75,000 | $80,000 | Lump Sum | Signing Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Building / Leasehold Improvements, not including landscaping, irrigation, sidewalk, trail and fencing (4) | $3,500,000 | $6,000,000 | As Agreed | By agreement with provider | Lessors, Contractors, Subs |
| Landscaping, Irrigation, Sidewalk, Trail, Fencing, Playground Equipment, and Playground Surfacing (4) | $800,000 | $1,000,000 | Lump Sum or Installments | As Incurred | Third Parties |
| Impact Fees and Utility Connection Fees | $100,000 | $500,000 | Lump Sum | Prior to construction | City/County |
| Land Costs (5) | $750,000 | $1,500,000 | As Agreed | By agreement with provider | Sellers |
| Architectural/Enginee ring, Legal & Accounting Services (6) | $175,000 | $250,000 | As Agreed | By agreement with provider | Suppliers |
| Training Expenses | $10,000 | $20,000 | As Agreed | As Incurred | Suppliers |
| (lodging, food, travel) | |||||
| Opening Package Fee (3) | $275,000 | $500,000 | As Agreed | By agreement with us or our designee | Us, or our Affiliate |
| Accreditation Fee | $2,000 | $2,000 | Lump Sum | As Incurred | Us or Suppliers |
| Systems Standards | $1,050 | $1,500 | Lump Sum | Monthly | Us |
| Fee (3 months) |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 18–21)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Creative World School Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a Systems Standards Fee. The initial investment table in Item 7 outlines that this fee ranges from $1,050 to $1,500, paid monthly. However, the table also indicates that the listed amount covers the first three months of this fee.
This means a prospective Creative World School franchisee should budget between $1,050 and $1,500 for the first three months of Systems Standards Fees. It is important to note that this is an upfront cost to be paid as a lump sum. After the initial three months, the franchisee will likely need to continue paying this fee on a monthly basis, although the FDD excerpt does not specify the exact amount or payment schedule beyond the initial period.
Franchisees should clarify with Creative World School what the ongoing monthly Systems Standards Fee will be after the initial three-month period. Understanding the long-term cost structure is crucial for accurate financial planning and assessing the overall profitability of the franchise.