Canadian childcare franchise market
Childcare franchises in Canada include Kids & Company, Oxford Learning, Sherwood Heights, and many regional brands. Build-out costs run $300,000 to $1.2 million. Provincial licensing rules drive most site decisions.
Buying a childcare franchise
Site selection is constrained by provincial childcare licensing — square footage per child, outdoor play space, and washroom counts all matter. Many sites are pre-approved by the brand. We focus on sites that can pass licensing inspection.
Selling a childcare franchise
Buyers look at enrolment, waitlist, staff retention, and the lease term. The licence is a separate transfer with the province. Sale timelines run 6 to 12 months because licensing transfers take time.
Common mistakes childcare franchise buyers make
- Picking a site that cannot meet provincial licensing — outdoor space and washrooms are the most common gaps
- Underestimating staff costs in markets with low ECE wages
- Not budgeting for waitlist filling time at a new location
Popular brands in this category
Common brands we work with — buying, selling, and leasing. Individual brand pages are coming soon.
