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Club SciKidz, LLC is offering a unique opportunity to enrich the lives of children through science

and technology!

TABLE OF CONTENTSWelcome To Club SciKidz

Our Vision

The History Of The Club SciKidz Brand

Club SciKidz Ownership Benefits

Children’s Education Business and Target Market

Core Areas of The Club SciKidz Business

The Club SciKidz Curriculum

Benefits Of Becoming A Club SciKidz Franchisee

Our Commitment to Franchisees

The Club SciKidz Training Program

Marketing Your Club SciKidz Franchise

The Club SciKidz Franchise Recruitment Process

Franchise Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Future Starts Here

Where Science and Technology Connect!Welcome and thank you for considering the Club SciKidz Franchise Opportunity. We feel there is nothing more rewarding than owning your own business especially when you are providing skills that will enhance the lives of young children and teens.

Club SciKidz is looking for Franchisees that share our commitment in providing high quality STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) camps and enrichment programs that promote an interest in science and technology. We accomplish our goals through National Science Standard lesson plans that provide hands-on activities and experiments.

Club SciKidz has been o�ering structured science-themed programs for more than 20 years. We have evolved each year by adding new innovative curriculum for all of our many programs. We have a proven model of success. Our Club SciKidz team is committed to the future by o�ering high quality science themed enrichment throughout the United States.

According to several Franchising sources such as Franchise Direct and Entrepreneur.com over $500 billion dollars will be spent each year on specialized products and services for children and teens.

We at Club SciKidz truly believe there is nothing more rewarding than the education of our children… our future. We would like to share our vision with you!

Best regards,

Owners

WELCOME TOClub SciKidz!

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Club SciKidz’s principal goals for our camps and enrichment programs is to provide an environment that will foster exploration and experimentation with fascinating projects, scienti�c data and facts for children and teens. Through our many programs, we are helping children and teens develop the scienti�c literacy essential for life as e�ective, productive citizens of the 21st Century.

Over the past 20 plus years, our goal of reaching thousands of children and turning them on to science has been realized! We are very excited about this fact and want to share this experience with you.Our numerous and exciting, fun-�lled science programs for children ages 4-15 are designed to:• Increase a child’s ability to work with others• Demonstrate a growing ability to describe objects and events, as well as ask questions.• Show an increased self - confidence in applying scientific knowledge• Develop an understanding of science by combining scientific knowledge with reasoning and thinking skills• Develop an increased awareness of the natural environment

Club SciKidz’s goal is to share our numerous science themed programs, using our proven business model for success, all over the United States through franchising.

OUR VISI N

FUTURE GOALS

OUR MOTTO

Club SciKidz believes that EVERY CHILD IS A SCIENTIST!

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CLUB SCIKIDZHISTORY AND BRANDClub SciKidz was founded on the principal that parents want to provide their children with exciting, challenging and life impacting academic enrichment experiences. The company is committed to demonstrating how science works in the real world by providing activities in veterinary medicine, robotics, forensics, video game creation, paleontology, engineering, food science, programming, 3D printing and aerial robotics (Drones).

Since 1997, thousands of children have attended one or more of our science day camps or other programs. Our founders, Bob and Sue Hagan, have a passion for science and the education of children. Both are professional educators holding advanced degrees in middle school education, science, counseling as well as special education and gifted education. The Hagan’s have a combined 30 years of teaching experience.

Club SciKidz has been a recognized name in delivering quality science enrichment activities for more than two decades. We believe that every child is a scientist, curious about their environment and have a desire to learn. We want to enhance their learning experience by providing our hands-on/minds-on experiments and projects that meet or exceed the National Science Education Standards.

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Club SciKidz takes children’s enrichment opportunities to a whole new level by o�ering 44 themed science day camps, as well as after-school clubs, in-school �eld trips, pre-school workshops, mini camps and scouting badge projects.

With our slogan, “Where Science and Technology Connect!”

Owning a Club SciKidz Franchise has NEVER been easier!

Owning your Club SciKidz Franchise requires a LOW FINANCIAL INVESTMENT!

An exciting and professional web site

Online registration and management software

Proprietary Inventory kits for easier program execution

Personal support from our team!

Day Camps and After School Clubs are conducted in existing schools and church facilities. NO Brick and

Mortar overhead!

High number of repeat students, siblings and other family members and friends… Word of mouth is a great

marketing tool!

Ongoing research and development for NEW programs!

CLUB SCIKIDZ OWNER BENEFITS

You can operate your business from the

comforts of your home!

You will receive a LARGE PROTECTED TERRITORY

for high earning potential!

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1. The market for providing children’s services and products is constantly growing. The Federal Interagency Forum on Child and Family Statistics estimates that there are more than 74 million children under the age of 18 in the United States.

2. Birth rates are up and it is expected that children will number over 85 million by 2030 making up about 23 percent of the Unites States population.

3. With both parents and grandparents driving the trend, spending on children’s programs is rising especially since science is lagging behind in the United States due to continued budget cuts in education.

4. Our target market:

a. Families who value the importance of additional educational opportunities in science and technology

b. Married or single parents, grandparents or guardians of children ages 4-15

c. Average to high income per household

d. Already have children or grandchildren in other academic or recreational enrichment opportunities

e. Families looking for their children to participate in educational activities during their summer breaks

f. Families who need additional educational opportunities after school while they are still working

CHILDREN’S EDUCATION BUSINESS AND TARGET MARKET

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OF THE CLUB SCIKIDZ BUSINESS

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C RE AREAS Club SciKidz introduces children, ages 4-15, to the mysteries of science and technology through hands-on interactive experiments providing skills that will last a lifetime!

Club SciKidz has developed a proprietary curriculum allowing children to experience how science works in the real world. Our programs are presented in a fun, educational and supportive environment where children can have tons of fun while learning SCIENCE!

• Summer Science Day Camps

• After-School Science Clubs

• Robotics and Technology Classes

• In-School Field Trips

• Spectacular Science Shows

• Pre-School Workshops

• Scouting Badge Events

Franchisees’ conduct programs across seven different areas of business:

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THE CLUB SCIKIDZ

CURRICULUMSUMMER SCIENCE DAY CAMPSWe o�er 44 unique science themed camp experiences for children ages 4-14.

Our camps appeal to children who have a genuine interest in how things work, what things are made of and how science works in the real world. We o�er our exciting science themed camps during the summer for 5 days a week from 9am to 3pm with extended day hours.

Themes include:

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Robotics2D and 3D Game Creation

MinecraftVeterinary Medicine

Crime Scene InvestigationPaleontologyEngineering

OceanographyChemistryRocketry

BiologyPhysical Science

MedicineForensics

Culinary ScienceLego Robotics

3D PrintingCoding and Programming

Aerial Robotics-Drones

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After School Clubs (Enrichment Programs)Club SciKidz after school clubs are designed to meet the needs of children in grades K-5. Our lessons teach students how to engage in observation, measurement, identi�cation of properties and experimentation involving life, earth and physical science concepts. Our enrichment programs also o�er parental involvement with our hands-on experiments that students can do at home. All of our lessons meet or exceed the National Science Standards.

• Classes meet for a one-hour session once a week for 2 fourteen-week sessions.

All lessons develop the following scienti�c process skills:

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CURRICULUM

PredictingHypothesizing

SequencingExperimentation

ObservingClassifyingComparingMeasuring

Critical Thinking

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Benefits Of Becoming A Club SciKidz Franchisee

Club SciKidz is a home - based business opportunity that you can start on a part-time basis while you grow your business

Save time and money by avoiding costly mistakes… we have tried and tested methods

of operating our business

LARGE TERRITORIES

for the opportunity of financial

success

Entry into the business

world with our proven QUICK START

business plan

Immediate professional image with our brand

RECOGNITION AND

REPUTATION

PROFIT from

experience and knowledge of our Franchise

network

Personal fulfillment, enjoyment and satisfaction by

MAKING A DIFFERENCE in the lives of

thousands of children

NEW BUSINESS EXPANSION opportunities through ongoing research and

development

Owning a franchise has a

HIGHER SUCCESS RATE

than independent businesses

OUR COMMITMENTTO FRANCHISEES

Club SciKidz Proprietary Science Curriculum – Our curriculum meets or exceeds the National Science Education Standards and uses the highest quality science kits and materials available. Students return to our programs year after year because they have fun while learning science and their parents support their attendance because they see the evidence of enhanced skills in science.

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Business Coaching Program – Beginning a business is di�cult, no doubt about it… The business will demand your undivided attention so you can grow and be successful and pro�table. We have spent many years perfecting our systems, polices and procedures that will help you get your Club SciKidz Franchise o� to the right start.

On-Going Support – We are committed to YOU! We want you to be successful! Our team will provide the support you need to help you build your business. We are committed to this business and we strive to continue to develop new curriculum and new procedures as needed to make the Club SciKidz Brand a household name!

Tested and Proven Techniques – We are o�ering large territories so our Franchisees can reach the masses while increasing their earning potential. We will teach you how to build long - term relationships with the school contacts, your students and their parents so your business can experience growth. Word of mouth is your best marketing tool!

As a Club SciKidz Franchisee you will receive comprehensive support!

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THE CLUB SCIKIDZ

• Step by step instruction on how to manage your business with our professional guidance and customized business tools

• Four days comprehensive classroom and on–the–job training program at our corporate training warehouse in Atlanta, GA

• Exclusive use of our proprietary Operations Manual• Lesson Plan access through secure web based storage

• Exclusive camp inventory kits built by one of the largest national science equipment suppliers in the country.

• Online registration and management tools.

• Employee online and in-person training program

• Marketing your franchise• How to obtain and maintain school

accounts• Online accounting and payroll systems

for maximum ease and pro�tability

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M RKETINGYOUR CLUB SCIKIDZ FRANCHISE

1. Professional website template with web designer support

2. Customized email marketing and our online registration service

3. Search engine optimization and search engine marketing

4. Internet Portal Marketing and Advertising 5. Print materials such as business cards, jumbo

postcards, �yers, presentation folders, camp fair promotion templates, signage and banners. All of these are designed by a local creative marketing agency.

6. Club SciKidz LOGO Shirts, pencils, magnets, car signage

7. Camp Fairs - usually conducted in local malls8. Parent magazines for your area9. Web based storage of documents for

easy accessibility

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THE CLUB SCIKIDZRECRUITMENT PROCESS

1. Recruitment Interview: This phone interview determines on a preliminary level if there is the potential to develop a long term and mutually bene�cial relationship. We will discuss the step-by-step process and talk about a broad overview of the Club SciKidz Franchise Develop Program. We will ask you to visit our website to �ll out our Franchisee application.

2. The Qualification Process: Upon preliminary review of your application and you meet the �nancial requirements, a Club SciKidz Team Member will contact you to discuss your prospective territory. We will then send you a copy of the FDD, (Franchise Disclosure Document) for you to review and ask questions. The FDD provides important information about our company and our programs.

3. Discovery Day: Once the application has been accepted and you have reviewed the FDD you will be invited to attend a Discovery Day at our headquarters in Atlanta, GA. You will meet the owners of the company who will discuss the business in detail, go over the FDD, answer questions, and visit summer camp locations (if open) and after-school clubs along with a trip to our warehouse to view the inventory.

4. Corporate Review: Once the potential Franchisee has made the decision to purchase a Club SciKidz Franchise we will review the application, �nancial considerations and the Discovery Day notes. We will then determine whether or not to o�er the Franchise. We will contact you by phone with our decision within 24 hours of the Discovery Day.

5. Franchise Awarded: Once the franchise has been awarded you will sign the legal documents and pay the Franchise fee. We will then set up the training days.

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FRANCHISE TERMSInitial Franchise Fee per designated, protected territory:

$30,000 per 150 schools*

*Additional territories can be reserved.

Franchise Term – 10 years with additional terms available

Brand Fee(Marketing & Advertising)

1%Royalty Fee

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1. Can I operate a Club SciKidz Franchise and still keep my current job? Club SciKidz is looking for individuals with a dedicated commitment to their new business. Although an owner can start at home building their new business on a part time basis, the goal is to build your business so you do not have to work two jobs. This is NOT a business for absentee owners. To be successful in any business will require a lot of hard work and dedication; therefore, you are required to commit to no less than 30 hours a week building your Franchise in the beginning. Remember, your goal in buying a business is to be �nancially successful.

2. How soon can I be in business once I have executed a Franchise agreement? You can be open for business, depending on your school district’s calendar as soon as training has been completed and you have secured your locations.

3. What qualifications are required to operate a Club SciKidz Franchise? Our Franchisees have a variety of backgrounds, possessing a variety of di�erent skill sets. We greatly value the diversity of our Franchisees, but it is important to understand that our current Franchisee’s and our Candidates possess, at a minimum, the following:a. Education and work experience that includes a college degree(s) and a background working with childrenb. Strong leadership skills with proven ability to manage, delegate, lead and act as CEO of their Franchise.c. Strong work ethic! Must have the desire to expand and grow your business through hard work and dedication by developing your agreed upon territories and possibly expanding to other territories.4. Do you have to be a science teacher to own a Club SciKidz Franchise? Absolutely NOT! But you need to have at least a Bachelors Degree. This is an academic business. We will introduce you to the basic principles of teaching science and how to implement and follow lesson plans. Our professional sta� will teach you all about our extensive inventory, business management and our fascinating online registration program.

5. What training will I receive? Our initial training consists of four days at our Atlanta, GA Headquarters where you will learn the fundamentals of operating a Club SciKidz Franchise. We will also provide ongoing support after you are open.

FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS

Just theFAQs!

YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE BY OWNING A CLUB SCIKIDZ FRANCHISE! PLEASE SUBMIT OUR ONLINE FRANCHISEE

APPLICATION THAT IS FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.CLUBSCIKIDZ.COM

ONCE THE APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND REVIEWED A TEAM MEMBER WILL CONTACT YOU TO HELP YOU GET

STARTED WITH THE FRANCHISE APPROVAL PROCESS!

FOR MORE INFORMATION:CALL OUR HEADQUARTERS IN ATLANTA, GA 678-294-9504

WEBSITE: WWW.CLUBSCIKIDZ.COM

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HELPING YOU ESTABLISH A CLUB SCIKIDZ FRANCHISE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!

REMEMBER OUR MOTTO:Club Scikidz, Where Science and Technology Connect!