So you’ve been thinking about starting something of your own, huh? Maybe something that’s not super risky, doesn’t need a tech degree, and doesn’t involve selling overpriced herbal tea to your relatives.
Let’s talk preschool franchises, and more specifically — Hello Kids.
This one’s interesting. It’s not your typical “premium, air-conditioned, only-for-rich-people” kind of brand. It’s more down-to-earth — built for the kind of places where people care more about safety, good teachers, and solid early education than polished marble floors and Instagrammable classrooms.
Why Hello Kids Stands Out (and Doesn’t Suck Your Bank Account Dry)
First of all — they don’t charge royalty.
Yes. You read that right. Unlike most preschool chains that keep asking for a cut of your monthly revenue (some even 10-15% forever), Hello Kids is like: “Nah, you keep what you make.”
That alone is a game-changer for anyone who doesn’t want to feel like an intern in their own business.
What’s the Damage (aka Investment)?
Okay, let’s get into the money bit — the part people actually care about.
- Franchise Fee: Starts from ₹20,000
- Total Investment: Anywhere from ₹2.5 to ₹5.5 lakh
- Space Needed: Around 1,000–1,500 sq. ft (residential or rented space is fine)
- Royalty: Still zero. Yes, still awesome.
Compare that with some of the big names out there and you’ll realize — this is probably one of the most affordable legit franchises you can get into in India right now.
So… What Do You Get?
It’s not just the name or some cheap banner. You actually get:
- Full curriculum (Montessori-style + creative play stuff)
- Teaching and training materials
- Marketing & branding help
- ERP tools (for that “I run a tech-savvy school” flex)
- Support in setting up, designing classrooms, etc.
You don’t have to be a teacher. You don’t need a B.Ed. You mostly need patience and enough interest to make sure toddlers don’t draw on the ceiling.
Can You Actually Make Money?
Short answer: Yes.
Long answer: Yes, but you have to work for it.
Let’s say you get 30 kids paying ₹2,000/month. That’s ₹60,000/month. Subtract rent, staff salaries, and expenses? You might be making ₹25–₹35K/month. And that’s just the beginning — as your center grows, so does your income.
Add a daycare or after-school program? Boom. Extra revenue.
A Few Unfiltered Truths:
- Yes, you will have glitter stuck to your clothes regularly
- You will get random calls from parents asking, “Why did my child eat only half a chapati today?”
- Kids will say hilarious, sometimes questionable stuff (like calling you “Mummy #2”)
- It’s not glamorous. But it’s real. And kind of heartwarming, if I’m being honest.
So Who’s This For?
- Homemakers with some space and ambition
- Teachers who want to stop working for someone else
- Retirees who aren’t done contributing (and want weekday mornings filled with energy)
- Anyone who wants a side hustle that doesn’t require coding or pitching to investors
You don’t need to go viral on Instagram. You just need to offer a safe, happy space for kids — and Hello Kids gives you the blueprint to do that.