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Explore & Develop Franchise Opportunity

The operation of Early Childhood Education & Care Services.

25 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2005Registered as LLCA Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a Explore & Develop franchise cost?

An Explore & Develop franchise requires a total investment of $500,000–$5,000,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.

Fees vs the market

Explore & Develop vs the Childcare & Early Learning median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeExplore & DevelopCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$500K–$5M$762,000–$4,900,000 (3)below median

Medians from the Childcare & Early Learning Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

25venues in Australia
25franchised businesses
0company-owned units
32franchisees (operators)
21years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW

Expanding into ACT, NSW

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006760) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$500,000 – $5,000,000
Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual)$85,500 – $99,000
Other payments (annual)$1,044,500 – $5,205,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006760) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Yes

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006760) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Explore & Develop’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromNo
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006760) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website exploreanddevelop.com.au

Phone +61402450777

Email jenny.mays@exploreanddevelop.com.au

Registered office Suite 305, 71 Longueville Road, Lane Cove, NSW, 2066

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006760) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How Explore & Develop’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Explore & Develop franchise cost?

An Explore & Develop franchise requires a total investment of $500,000–$5,000,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are Explore & Develop's ongoing fees?

Explore & Develop's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is Explore & Develop on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, Explore & Develop appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.

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