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Gymboree Play & Music vs Huntington Learning Center

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Gymboree Play & Music and Huntington Learning Center are education franchises. Gymboree Play & Music requires an investment of $160K – $393K while Huntington Learning Center requires $192K – $341K. In terms of revenue, Huntington Learning Center reports higher average unit revenue at $609K. On SBA loan performance, Gymboree Play & Music has a lower charge-off rate (13.3%) compared to Huntington Learning Center (28.9%). FranchiseVerdict rates Gymboree Play & Music F (Weakest tier) and Huntington Learning Center C (Average).

Investment Range
$160K – $393K
$192K – $341K
Franchise Fee
$45K
$42K
Royalty Rate
6.0%
9.5%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$255K
$609K
SBA Charge-Off Rate
13.3% (18 loans)
28.9% (225 loans)
Total Units
41
245
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
1995
1985
FDD Year
2025
2026