Now Awarding Franchisesin High-Demand Markets.

Children’s Lighthouse is strategically focused on developing in markets with strong demand for quality early education. With many competitors sold out in desirable territories, there has never been a better time to join the family.

100+

Open & Developing Locations

8+

States Currently Awarding Franchises

29

Years Family-Owned & Operated

Growth Markets

The Right Time to
Enter the Market.

We focus development in communities where growing families are actively seeking premium childcare — and where our landmark architecture will stand out from day one.

With many of our competitors sold out in desirable markets, there has never been a better time to join the Children’s Lighthouse family and secure your territory before it’s gone.

Growing Family Communities

We target markets where families are actively seeking premium childcare and quality early education options are limited.

Competitors Sold Out

Many competing franchise brands have closed their best territories. That opens doors for CLH in markets that were previously unavailable.

Landmark Architecture Stands Out

Our iconic lighthouse design is instantly recognizable — giving you a built-in community presence from the moment construction begins.

Recession-Resistant Demand

Childcare is an essential service. Families need it in every economic cycle — making this a uniquely stable market to enter.

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Where We’re Growing

Navy states show available territories. Red states are current locations or unavailable. Light states are identified high-growth markets for future development.

Featured Markets

Markets Now Open
for Development

Active Expanding New Markets

Active

Texas

DFW, Houston, San Antonio, Austin

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Expanding

Florida

Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville

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Expanding

Georgia

Atlanta metro & suburbs

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Active

Ohio

Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati

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New

Colorado

Denver metro area

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New

Tennessee

Nashville, Memphis

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Expanding

North Carolina

Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham

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Expanding

Arizona

Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson

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Our Approach

How We Choose
Where to Grow.

We don’t just award franchises anywhere. Every market is evaluated for long-term success potential.

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Family Growth & Demographics

We analyze birth rates, household income, dual-income family density, and population growth trends to find markets where demand will be strong for decades.

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Childcare Supply Gap

We identify communities where quality childcare supply lags behind demand — particularly premium, education-first options like Children’s Lighthouse.

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Traffic & Visibility

Our landmark architecture needs visibility. We target sites on major commuter routes where the lighthouse tower will be seen daily by thousands of families.

Is Your Market Available?

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