Child Services

Story Time Chess

Total investment $66K – $87K. Request details below — our guidance is independent and complimentary.

Key facts

Total investment
$65,579 – $87,227
Franchise fee
$49,500
Royalty
7% of Gross Revenue or the Minimum Monthly Royalty
Founded
2011
Franchised
2025
Home based
Yes
  • Passive ownership allowed
  • FDD includes Item 19
  • VetFran member

About Story Time Chess

Story Time Chess is a youth enrichment brand that teaches children ages 3–8 how to play chess through engaging, story-driven instruction. Instead of relying on traditional, rules-heavy teaching methods, Story Time Chess transforms chess into an imaginative learning experience where children develop skills through memorable characters, interactive lessons, and age-appropriate storytelling. Classes are delivered directly within preschools, daycares, elementary schools, libraries, and community centers, creating a convenient, high-value program for both parents and partner organizations. The business operates on a scalable one-to-many model, allowing a single instructor to teach multiple students at once while maintaining strong unit economics and operational efficiency.

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