Franchise Fee: $49,500
Royalty: 2%
Total Investment: $65,579 - $87,227
Can Be Home Based: Yes

Founded: 2011
Franchised: 2025
VetFran Member: Yes

Story Time Chess is a youth enrichment brand that teaches children ages 3–8 how to play chess through engaging, story-driven instruction. Instead of relying on traditional, rules-heavy teaching methods, Story Time Chess transforms chess into an imaginative learning experience where children develop skills through memorable characters, interactive lessons, and age-appropriate storytelling. Classes are delivered directly within preschools, daycares, elementary schools, libraries, and community centers, creating a convenient, high-value program for both parents and partner organizations. The business operates on a scalable one-to-many model, allowing a single instructor to teach multiple students at once while maintaining strong unit economics and operational efficiency.