Can ancillary programs for Engineering For Kids become mandatory in the future?
Engineering_For_Kids Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We may develop or approve of Programs in addition to Core Programs. These other programs may in the future be deemed to be Core Programs, in which case they will become mandatory for you to offer or operate in connection with the Franchised Business; or these Programs will remain ancillary Programs, in which case they will be optional for you to offer or operate in connection with the Franchised Business. We may limit the number of ancillary Programs you conduct at the Franchised Business in addition to the Core Programs. You must not offer any Programs or services in connection with the Franchised Business that are not approved Programs or services. We may revoke our approval of any Program, curriculum and materials, and if we do so, you will be required to discontinue further offer or use of the disapproved Programs and materials.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES\ (FDD pages 19–24)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Engineering For Kids's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Engineering For Kids may develop or approve programs in addition to its core programs. These additional programs could potentially become mandatory in the future. The FDD states that these programs may be deemed core programs, which would then require franchisees to offer or operate them in connection with their franchised business. Alternatively, these programs could remain ancillary, in which case they would be optional for franchisees to offer.
Engineering For Kids also retains the right to change authorized programs and services, provided that offering educational programs in math, science, technology, and engineering remains as core programs. They can also designate specific programs or services as optional or mandatory. This means that while the core focus of Engineering For Kids will remain consistent, the specific offerings a franchisee must provide can evolve over time.
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand that Engineering For Kids has the authority to modify program requirements. Franchisees should stay informed about any changes to the curriculum catalog and be prepared to adapt their offerings as directed by Engineering For Kids. This flexibility is a condition of the franchise agreement, and compliance is necessary to maintain good standing with the franchisor.