Key Numbers
59
Total units open
3
Units opened last year
1
Units closed last year
+2
Net unit growth
Bach to Rock Franchise
Franchised by America's Music School LLC · FDD 2026
Child Services & Education FDD 2026 Founded 2011 · 15+ yrs Item 19 disclosed
Data extracted from America's Music School LLC's 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, filed under FTC Rule 16 CFR 436. How we analyze FDDs →
Initial investment
$259K - $574K
Franchise fee
$50K
Median unit revenue
$541k
System size
50 (+3)
The Verdict
Quick Verdict · who it fits
Bach to Rock fits first-time franchise buyers looking for a mid-scale child services concept.
✓ Strengths
- ✓Discloses Item 19 financial performance
- ✓No disclosed Item 3 litigation
- ✓Grants exclusive territory protection
Key FDD Facts
The numbers a buyer needs first — straight from the filing.
Initial investment (Item 7)
$259K - $574K
Franchise fee (Item 5)
$50K
Royalty (Item 6)
7% + 3% ad
Item 19 median rev
$541k franchised schools open 12+ months
System size (Item 20)
50 +3
Agreement term
10 yrs
Years in business
15+ yrs
Company-owned units
9
Item 3 litigation
None disclosed
Model Bach to Rock's costs in the investment calculator → Prefilled from this filing — startup cost, cash flow and break-even.
Buyer qualifications
✓Exclusive territory✓Semi-absentee eligible✓No bankruptcy disclosed✓No Item 3 litigation
Data extracted from the 2026 FDD filed with state regulators. Fees and terms may have changed since filing — request the current FDD from the franchisor before deciding. Not legal, financial, or investment advice. Full disclaimer.
What you'd pay the franchisor
Drag to your projected annual sales. Royalty 7% + ad fund 3% on gross sales.
PROJECTED ANNUAL SALES$540,000
$100k$2M
Royalty (7%)
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Ad fund (3%)
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▪ Of-sales fees only · excludes rent, labor, COGS, and one-time costs · for illustration
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AI Due Diligence Findings PREMIUM
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Industry Benchmarks
How Bach to Rock ranks against 138 Child Services & Education peers we've analyzed.
Initial investment
67th pct · of 138 peers
Franchise fee
63rd pct · of 138 peers
System size
62nd pct · of 138 peers
Child Services & Education industry averages
Avg investment
$372K - $1.0M
Avg franchise fee
$46K
Avg system size
95
Franchises analyzed
138
How Bach to Rock stacks up
Closest concepts by category and investment.
| Brand | Item 19 | Fee | Investment | Royalty | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bach to Rock | Disclosed | $50K | $259K - $574K | 7% | 50 |
| Hsid Similar price | Disclosed | $5K | $116K - $585K | 10% | 3 |
| Kumon North America Biggest system | Disclosed | $2K | $102K - $234K | — | 1,705 |
| Uatp Management Top-rated in category | Disclosed | $100K | $2.9M - $5.4M | 7% | 202 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Bach to Rock franchise cost?
Bach to Rock requires a $50,000 initial franchise fee and a total initial investment range of $259,100–$574,000, per the most recent FDD on file.
Who owns Bach to Rock?
Bach to Rock is franchised by America's Music School LLC, the franchisor entity of record on its Franchise Disclosure Document. Item 1 of the FDD discloses the franchisor's corporate history, parents, and predecessors.
Does Bach to Rock disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
Yes. Bach to Rock discloses Item 19 financial performance representations with reported revenue around $541,256. See the financials sub-page for the full distribution.
What ongoing fees does Bach to Rock charge?
Franchisees pay a royalty of 7% of Gross Sales and an advertising fund contribution of 3% of Gross Sales to the National Brand Fund on gross sales as defined in Item 6 of the FDD.
How many Bach to Rock locations are there?
As of their 2026 FDD, Bach to Rock has 50 total locations, with 3 new locations opened in the most recent reporting year. This information comes from Item 20 of the FDD.
Does Bach to Rock grant exclusive territory?
Yes. Bach to Rock grants franchisees an exclusive territory under Item 12 of the FDD. Note that exclusive territories often carve out online sales, alternative distribution channels, and non-traditional venues — review the full Item 12 language before signing.
What are the renewal and exit terms?
Per the FDD, Bach to Rock discloses an initial agreement term of 10 years, a renewal fee of $9,000, a transfer fee of $22,500. Review Items 10 and 17 for the full renewal and termination provisions.
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