Grounded in the Montessori philosophy to foster independence, creativity and a love of learning.
Empower tomorrow with Inspire Montessori
Build a school
that shapes lives.
Join a thriving Montessori brand and bring an authentic, individualized learning environment to families in your community.
For operators who believe a school can be both deeply human and thoughtfully run.
A purpose with a practical path
Follow the child. Lead a community.
Inspire Montessori nurtures independence, creativity and a love of learning through authentic Montessori education.
Our franchise opportunity is for caring, compassionate leaders with sound business acumen and a willingness to understand the day-to-day childcare industry. Montessori or early education experience is not required; shared values, hands-on leadership and commitment to families are essential.
You bring local leadership and a commitment to enriching families’ lives. We bring a proven brand, curriculum, systems and ongoing support.
Tailored education that supports each child’s learning style, strengths and development.
Safe, stimulating and aesthetically thoughtful schools designed to enhance learning.
A strong focus on nutritional balance, fresh ingredients and children’s wellbeing.
A thriving brand supported by effective marketing and community engagement.
Internationally minded learning
IB Candidate School · Primary Years ProgrammeMontessori foundations. A global learning philosophy.
Inspire Montessori is a Candidate School* for the Primary Years Programme (PYP). This school is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that Inspire Montessori believes is important for our students.
As part of our candidacy journey, we are implementing the IB learning philosophy throughout our programming—strengthening inquiry, international-mindedness and student agency alongside our Montessori foundation.
*Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme, or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org.
Where we’re growing next
Four communities.
One meaningful opportunity.
Territory availability is subject to qualification and final approval, CWELCC Funding available on certain locations. Each page introduces the local opportunity and the kind of site we’ll explore together.
Territory available
Richmond
Hill
A family-centred York Region community close to Inspire’s Markham roots.
Explore Richmond HillTerritory available
Toronto
A diverse city of neighbourhoods with room for a locally rooted Montessori school.
Explore TorontoTerritory available
Mississauga
Bring Inspire’s child-led learning model to a growing, diverse community west of Toronto.
Explore MississaugaTerritory available
Markham
West
Build from Inspire’s established Markham roots in a community-focused territory.
Explore Markham WestOur growing network
Schools you can see.
More on the way.
Three operating campuses bring the Inspire approach to life today, with new locations coming soon in Scarborough and North York.
Castlemore
1210 Castlemore AvenueMarkham, Ontario
Unionville–Milliken
7828 Kennedy RoadMarkham, Ontario
Mississauga–Applewood
1077 North Service RoadMississauga, Ontario
Scarborough
Unit 200, 55 Town Centre CourtToronto, Ontario
North York
Unit 104, 1630 Lawrence Ave WestToronto, Ontario
The Inspire system
A school model with substance behind it.
The support relationship begins before the doors open and continues as your school grows.
01
Real estate and site selection
Demographics analysis, zoning, site selection, lease negotiation, design and layout, and construction management.
02
Operations
Licensing from start to finish, opening support, initial hiring assistance, enrolment planning, budgeting, and government reporting and inspection training.
03
Advertising and marketing
A professional website, online and offline advertising, marketing materials, social media setup, email support and marketing-plan assistance.
04
Quality assurance and training
Initial training, ongoing professional development, and access to Inspire Montessori curriculum and programs.
Investment and fees
Plan with the numbers in view.
The franchise package outlines the following ongoing fee structure.
Final costs vary by school size, site, construction and local requirements. Full details are provided through the formal disclosure process.
7.5%Royalty/franchise fee on revenue
0.5%Marketing fee on revenue
The path to ownership
Ten steps from interest to opening.
Submit initial questionnaire
Introduce yourself, your preferred territory and your goals.
Exclusive meeting
Meet the team and get to know each other.
Mutual approval
Confirm that the partnership is a strong fit on both sides.
Disclosure (FDD)
Review the formal franchise disclosure documentation.
Financing
Finalize the capital plan for your school.
Franchise agreement
Complete the formal agreement process.
Location, design and construction
Move through assignment, design and construction with support.
Marketing and training
Prepare your team, launch plan and local market presence.
Inspection and permits
Complete final inspections and required permits.
Open for business
Welcome children and families into your Inspire Montessori school.
Good questions are a good start
Before we talk.
Do I need Montessori or early education experience?
No. The franchise package welcomes partners from varying backgrounds, business sectors and education. Partners must be willing to understand the childcare industry and how an Inspire Montessori education works.
What investment should I plan for?
The indicated initial capital investment is $450,000 to $1,700,000, with a $50,000 initial setup fee. Actual costs depend on the location, school size, construction and project requirements.
What ongoing fees apply?
The package lists a 7.5% royalty/franchise fee and a 0.5% marketing fee, both based on revenue. Royalty and marketing fees are waived for the first six months.
What school size should I expect?
The indicated average school size is approximately 3,500 to 10,000 square feet. Site suitability is assessed through demographics, zoning, design and operational requirements.
Start the conversation
Could Inspire belong in your community?
Tell us a little about you and where you hope to build. We’ll follow up to arrange an introductory conversation.