July 31, 2026

45 Years Strong: The Value of an Established Child Care Franchise

Choosing a franchise is more than selecting a business opportunity—it’s choosing a long-term partner. As the Kiddie Academy brand celebrates 45 years in business, we’re reflecting on what that experience means for prospective Franchise Owners: a proven business model, family ownership, experienced leadership, and a long-term commitment to success.

Why Experience Matters

Opening a child care business is a significant investment. That’s why many prospective Franchise Owners look for a franchisor with established systems, operational expertise, and a track record of adapting to change.

For 45 years, the Kiddie Academy brand has evolved alongside the needs of families, children, and Franchise Owners. Through curriculum enhancements, operational support, and technology investments, our focus has remained the same: helping you build successful businesses while delivering quality educational child care in your communities.

Our success over the past 45 years has come down to a few things: strong relationships, a commitment to education, and always trying to do the right thing. Those values have guided us from the beginning, even as we’ve continued to evolve and innovate to meet the needs of children, families, and Franchisees.Joshua Frick, President

Family-Owned Leadership with a Long-Term Vision

The Kiddie Academy brand remains family owned—an important distinction in today’s franchise landscape.

My grandparents and father, Mike Miller, were Academy owners before we ever became a franchise system. That experience shaped how we built the Kiddie Academy franchise opportunity and gave us a firsthand understanding of the commitment it takes to run a family business. We’ve been in our Franchisees’ shoes, and that’s why supporting them is at the core of what we do.Casey Miller, Chief Executive Officer

That firsthand understanding has shaped a culture focused on relationships, collaboration, and long-term success. Backed by an executive leadership team with decades of experience across franchising and early childhood education, the Kiddie Academy brand provides Franchise Owners with knowledgeable support at every stage of ownership.

Building on a Strong Foundation

After 45 years, the Kiddie Academy brand continues to grow and evolve while staying true to its mission of preparing children for school and for life.

45 years in business is about more than longevity. It’s a reflection of the relationships we’ve built, the support we’ve provided to Franchise Owners, and our commitment to continuously improving in the future.Susan Wise, Executive Vice President and Treasurer

As demand for high-quality educational child care continues to grow, the Kiddie Academy brand remains focused on strengthening support for Franchisees, investing in innovation, and expanding opportunities for future growth.

As we continue our march toward 400+ open Academies, we have an incredible opportunity to bring our educational philosophy to more families while creating meaningful business ownership opportunities for entrepreneurs across the country.Jeff Brazier, Chief Development Officer

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