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Wize Computing Academy®

Children's Services Year: 2025
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What Is Wize Computing Academy?

Wize Computing Academy is a franchise in the children's educational services sector that grants franchisees the right to operate under the Wize Computing Academy name to teach computer coding, robotics and related classes for children aged 4 to 18. Franchisees may operate from their residence or an approved commercial office/classroom within an exclusive territory and must use franchisor-provided lesson plans, curricula, policies, procedures and equipment as the core service delivery bundle.

Wize Computing Academy Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise's maximum total investment is a modest $79,000 (in the bottom 10% of franchise opportunities), lowering upfront financial exposure, but the franchisor's inability to use different trademarks—unlike about 85% of peers—limits ability to pilot sub‑brands, co‑brands, or new revenue channels.

Pros

The $79,000 maximum total investment is in the bottom 10% across franchise opportunities, keeping your maximum cash at risk relatively modest and lowering initial financial exposure.
A Territory Protection Score of 67 is well above typical for Children's Services (top 10%), giving you stronger territory defenses than most peers and better local market exclusivity.
No disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, franchisor enforcement actions, or franchisee-initiated judgments (all well below typical for Children's Services) signals a clean legal record and reduces regulatory and litigation risk.

Cons

The franchisor cannot use different trademarks—an unusual absence (about 85% of peers reserve that right)—which can limit the system's ability to pilot sub-brands, co-brands, or alternative product lines that might expand revenue channels.
Zero reported terminations, non-renewals, and reacquisitions reduces the public visibility into how the system handles underperforming units and operator exits, so you have less evidence about real-world churn and exit procedures.

Territory Protection

67/100
Excellent

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains the right to sell via e-commerce and alternative distribution channels within the market, to develop additional units in the surrounding market (no ROFR), and the franchisee retains site-specific relocation rights without performance contingencies.

Training & Support

40/100
NORMAL

Wize Computing Academy provides a focused 53-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; on-site services incur additional fees, and travel and living expenses are the franchisee's responsibility.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

This franchise grew from 12 units in 2023 to 21 in 2024 and 30 in 2025—adding +9 units each year—so the YOY rate fell from 75% (2023→24) to 42.9% (2024→25). That pattern shows strong but decelerating percentage growth: consistent absolute expansion (+9 units/year) signals healthy, repeatable unit rollout for investors, while the drop from 75% to 42.9% indicates maturation and a shift from hyper‑growth to steady scaling.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Wize Computing Academy Franchise?

Opening a Wize Computing Academy franchise requires a total initial investment of $49,000 to $79,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$49,000
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$79,000
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$40,500
Real Estate$0
Equipment & Assets$5,250
Reserves$1
Training$500
Other$2,749

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$40,500
Real Estate$1,250
Equipment & Assets$12,250
Reserves$15,000
Training$2,500
Other$7,500

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Wize Computing Academy Franchise Owners Make?

Wize Computing Academy franchise locations reported average gross sales of $109,318 and median gross sales of $79,202 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$109,318
Median Gross Sales:
$79,202
High Gross Sales:
$342,000
Low Gross Sales:
$19,032
Sample Size:
19
Percent Attaining Average:
21.052631578947366%
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The affiliate (Nivika, LLC) reported much higher total gross receipts (581,647 in 2024) than the average U.S. franchisee (109,318), indicating the affiliate operation is larger or more mature than a typical franchised unit.
Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial dispersion among franchise results — the highest unit receipts were 342,000 while the lowest were 19,032, and only about 21.05% of franchisees exceeded the 2024 average, showing outcomes vary widely across locations.
Data Scope and Limitations: The figures are unaudited internal records and present receipts and limited expense line items (COGS, payroll, supplies, occupancy) but do not report net income or comprehensive G&A expenses, constraining profitability analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Wize Computing Academy franchise?

The total initial investment for a Wize Computing Academy franchise ranges from $49,000 to $79,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Wize Computing Academy initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Wize Computing Academy is $40,500, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Wize Computing Academy franchise owners make?

Wize Computing Academy franchise locations reported average gross sales of $109,318 and median gross sales of $79,202 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Wize Computing Academy have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Wize Computing Academy received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Wize Computing Academy offer exclusive franchise territories?

Wize Computing Academy received a territory protection score of 67 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Wize Computing Academy provide to new franchisees?

Wize Computing Academy received a training and support score of 40 out of 100. Wize Computing Academy provides a focused 53-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch.

How many Wize Computing Academy franchise locations are there?

Wize Computing Academy had 30 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Wize Computing Academy?

Wize Computing Academy is a franchise in the children's educational services sector that grants franchisees the right to operate under the Wize Computing Academy name to teach computer coding, robotics and related classes for children aged 4 to 18.

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