Be the star in
someone’s day!
Your franchise. Their future.
Why settle for ordinary when you can franchise extraordinary?
Expanded Learning Academy (ELA) is a leading name in the expanded learning industry — the space that supports students before and after school.
If you’re looking to franchise an afterschool program that truly makes a difference, you’re in the right place.
We’re looking for passionate individuals who are ready to bring the best part of the day to students in their communities. With our proven model, 5-star support, and mission-driven culture, ELA gives you everything you need to launch a business that changes lives—both yours and theirs.
Reasons to franchise with ELA
INSPIRE
Empower students to grow in character, confidence, and leadership—while changing the future of your community.
GROW
Build a sustainable, purpose-driven business with a proven model, full training, and ongoing support.
LEAD
Stand out in a growing market by offering innovative programs schools and families truly need.
You don’t have to start from scratch!
✔ Proven curriculum
✔ Full training
✔ Ongoing Support
✔ Operations, licensing, & branding support
✔ Community of franchisees
ELA gives you a full roadmap and 5-star support to launch, grow, and lead your own program.
Expanded Learning = Expanded Opportunity
Afterschool programs are critical to youth development, offering what traditional classrooms often can’t — innovation, engagement, and impact.
10M+
students are enrolled in afterschool programs nationwide
$30B+
in annual combined funding
24.6M
students would participate if access was available
