About The Coder School Franchise
The Coder School is an education franchise that teaches coding and computer science to children and teens through personalized, small group instruction.
Each location offers classes, camps, and one on one sessions where students learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and Scratch in a fun, project based environment.
The brand has been franchising since 2022.
The Coder School Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$78K
Average Investment
$121K
Maximum Investment
$164K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $29,950 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $77,700 – $163,950 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $78K–$164K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee | $29,950 | $29,950 |
| Site lease and security deposits | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $20,000 | $50,000 |
| Furnishings | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Equipment | $7,000 | $10,000 |
| Signage | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Supplies | $400 | $1,000 |
| Expenses while attending Training | $500 | $3,000 |
| Initial Advertising and promotion | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Computer Software initial costs | $650 | $1,000 |
| Permits & Licenses/Legal Fees | $200 | $6,000 |
| Prepaid Insurance Premiums | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds for 3 months | $5,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | One-third of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | One-sixth of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $99 per month |
| Audit Fee | Costs of Audit |
| Site lease payment | $2,000 to $6,000 Monthly |
| Third party Software license maintenance | $150-$350 per month As incurred generally annually |
| Interest | Interest on overdue payments As incurred (10% per annum or maximum rate permitted by law) |
| Relocation Fee | One-sixth of the then-current initial franchise fee On approval of relocation |
| Collection Costs and Attorneys' Fees | varies As incurred |
| Advertising Cooperative | Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (or higher if two-thirds of members vote) |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 18 hours of training plus weekly calls approximating 1 hour starting 1-3 months before opening, and continuing until at least 4 weeks after opening. |
| Classroom Training | 14.5 |
| On-the-Job Training | 8 |
| Training Location | Palo Alto, California, or possibly other franchisee locations or other company owned locations |
| Additional Training | You and all of your employees who attend the Initial Training, or who are designated by us periodically, must attend additional courses, seminars and other training programs as we may reasonably require periodically (Franchise Agreement, Section 6). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | approximate 5 mile radius |
| Description | The specific Territory will be an approximate 5 mile radius around the theCoderSchool location once a location has been approved; however if a proposed location will impact a neighboring franchisee whereby there is not at least 5 miles between a neighboring franchisee location and your proposed location, we will deny the proposed location unless the other franchisee consents; similarly if a 5 mile radius around the proposed location substantially overlaps another franchisee's territory, we may also deny the proposed location, or otherwise adjust the boundaries of your territory with your consent. There may be some overlapping boundaries of franchisees, and we may approve another franchisee's location whose territory overlaps with yours by no more than 25% of the radius, which will not be considered encroachment nor a breach of contract, nor will we need your consent for such territory to another franchisee. However, in no event will there be 2 franchisees located less than 5 miles apart without both franchisees' express consent. Unless you are in default of your Franchise agreement, we cannot modify your territorial rights during the term of the Franchise Agreement, but we can modify your Territory upon renewal. Your territorial boundaries do not depend on the achievement of any specific sales volume, market penetration, or similar conditions. However you must remain in compliance of the Franchise Agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years from the date of the Franchise Agreement. |
| Renewal Term | additional 10 year term |
| Renewal Fee | One-sixth of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Give timely notice; renovate physical premises; not be in default (or have been in default); have satisfied all monetary obligations; have right to possess premises; sign then-current franchise agreement, which may contain materially different terms and conditions than your initial Franchise Agreement; sign a general release; comply with training requirements; pay a renewal fee if required; be current on all obligations to us, your landlord, suppliers, and others with whom you do business. |
| Transfer Fee | One-third of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | All transfers require our prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld, and we have a right of first refusal to acquire any proposed transfer of interest. Conditions of approval include: timely written notification to us of the proposed transfer; our prior written consent; your monetary and other obligations have been satisfied; you are not in default of any provision of any agreement with us or our affiliates; transferor signs a general release; transferee enters into a written assignment and guaranty, if applicable; transferee meets our qualifications; transferee signs our then-current form of franchise agreement; you remain liable for all of the obligations to us that arose before the transfer and which extend beyond the term of the Franchise Agreement, and you sign all instruments which we reasonably request to evidence this liability; transferee completes all required training programs; you pay a transfer fee; and others. |
| Termination for Cause | We have the right to terminate with cause. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the Franchise Agreement and 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the Franchise Agreement, you may not own, maintain, operate, engage in, be employed by, provide any assistance or advice to, or have any interest in any business that is substantially similar to the School or offers or sells substantially similar services as the School. For 2 years after termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement, you may not own, maintain, operate, engage in, be employed by, provide any assistance or advice to, or have any interest in any business which (1) is substantially similar to the School or sells substantially similar services as the School, and (2) is located within your Territory, within 10 miles of the Approved Location, or within 10 miles of any business operating under the System and the Proprietary Marks. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | During the term of your Franchise Agreement, you (or, if you are a corporation, partnership or limited liability company, at least one of your owners), and/or an approved Manager, must devote full time and best efforts to the management and operation of the School. This individual must take an active role in the operation of the School and be on the premises operating the School during peak hours of operation. You and your Manager must all attend and successfully complete our initial training program as described in Item 11. The School must at all times be under the direct, on-premises supervision of an individual who has satisfactorily completed the initial training program required under the Franchise Agreement or as otherwise specified by us in writing. The onsite supervisor or manager need not have an equity interest in any corporate franchisee. You must maintain a competent, conscientious, trained staff, including an approved manager who has completed the Initial Training Program. You shall take such steps as are necessary to ensure that your employees preserve good customer relations; render competent, prompt, courteous and knowledgeable service; and meet such minimum standards, including attire as we reasonably require; as we may establish periodically in the Manual. You must conduct a reasonable background check of all employees prior to hiring at your cost. You and your employees must handle all customer complaints, refunds, returns and other adjustments in a manner that will not detract from our name and goodwill. You will be solely responsible for all employment decisions and functions of the School, including those related to hiring, firing, training, wage and hour requirements, record-keeping, supervision, and discipline of employees. |
| Required Suppliers | Neither the Franchisor, nor the affiliate are approved suppliers of the required equipment, computer software, furnishings or signs. |
| Supply Restrictions | You must operate the School in strict conformity with the methods, standards and specifications as we may periodically prescribe in the Manual or otherwise in writing; and you must refrain from deviating from these methods, standards and specifications without our prior written consent. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We do not have restrictions on suppliers. You are free to choose your own supplier, or use one recommended by us. We have no revenues from required purchases and leases by franchisees of required goods and services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligations. |
The Coder School Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$298K
Median Revenue
$269K
Revenue Range
$97K – $722K
Sample Size
43 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
The Coder School Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordThe Coder School has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
The Coder School System Growth
Total Units
52
Franchised
49
Company-Owned
3
The Coder School currently operates 49 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 16 | 1 | 41 |
| 2020 | 7 | 1 | 47 |
| 2021 | 6 | 1 | 52 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 18 states: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$835K
Net Income
$309K
Total Assets
$113K
Audited by URQUIDEZ & ASSOCIATES, CPAS, INC. for year ending December 31.
The Coder School Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a The Coder School franchise ranges from $77,700 to $163,950, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $29,950. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Coder School charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Coder School Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from The Coder School to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, The Coder School franchise owners report average revenue of $298K and median revenue of $269K. This is based on a sample of 43 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The Coder School has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $77,700-$163,950, a 5% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $29,950 and the total investment ranges from $77,700 to $163,950 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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