MAPLE BEAR GLOBAL SCHOOLS I The best of Canadian education for a global future.

Join the Educational Global Leader. Invest in a Premium Franchise:

Become A Maple Bear Owner

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Premium brand. Global impact. Strong ROI.

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Canada Educational Superpower

Canada Educational Superpower

Canadian education consistently ranks amongst the best in the world.

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Bilingual
Education

Bilingual
Education

Language immersion is the most effective way to develop bilingual learners.

3rd

Hybrid
not International

Hybrid not International

Our students are local citizens with a global mindset.

4th

Program, Training
and Quality Assurance

Program, Training and Quality Assurance

Ensuring continuous school growth and the development of school teams.

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Global Educational
Network

Global Educational Network

Enabling global academic and operational best practices and sharing experience.

Market Opportunity

Why Invest in Education?

Massive, Growing Market Opportunity

Massive, Growing Market Opportunity
Education is one of the largest and fastest-growing global sectors, with the K–12 market projected to reach $4.3 trillion by 2030 (54% of total education spend), alongside a rapidly expanding Pre-K segment (~$400 billion)—driven by rising demand and enrollment.

Underserved Market with Strong Private Potential

Declining public investment in education (as % of GDP) is creating a significant gap, opening the door for private investors to step in, scale solutions, and capture unmet demand in a highly fragmented and early-stage consolidation market.

High Impact + Strong Returns

Private capital can enhance education quality, operational efficiency, and technology adoption, positioning investors to generate meaningful social impact while achieving attractive, long-term financial returns.

What Makes Maple Bear the Right Partner for You?

Brand

Powerful and globally recognized brand.

Curriculum

Access to a detailed turnkey curriculum.

Operations

Detailed guides and how-to in all areas of school operations.

Training

Canadian experts train and coach your Academic team.

Marketing & Enrollment

Strategies, process and content.

Regular Support

Year-round Canadian educational support.

Quality Visits

Annual Quality Assurance visits to ensure high school performance.

Digital Tools

Access to our proprietary platform to keep you up-to-date.

Business Plan

Business plans and financial model.

Implementation Support

Expert and committed team supporting the school team.

The Maple Bear Way

Investment Snapshot

Investment Range

Opening a Maple Bear school requires an estimated investment of €500,000 – €2,000,000+ The total investment depends on:
  • Location and real estate costs
  • School size and capacity
  • Renovation and fit-out requirements
  • Local regulatory standards
This investment includes:
  • Franchise and licensing fees
  • School design and setup
  • Teacher training and academic support

School Size

Kindergarden
  • Level: Bear Care and KG Building Size: Starting at 750 m2
  • Min classrooms = 6
  • Min Capacity = 116 students
Kindergarten + Elementary School
  • Building Size : Starting at 1650 m2
  • Min Classrooms = 14
  • Min Capacity = 292 students
All Levels : K-12 School

Building Size and Capacity = Based on Growth plan and local regulations.

Revenue Model

Maple Bear schools operate on a predictable, stable and recurring revenue model driven by student enrollment and long-term retention.

Predictable Recurring Income

  • Tuition paid monthly or annually
  • Premium education – resilient pricing

Built for Growth

  • Revenue increases as new grades are added each year
  • Student capacity expands

Multiple Income Streams

  • Including Enrollment and Registration fees, Extended day programs and
  • Camps activities

Long-Term Stability

With students enrolled for 5–10+ years

Start building your vision with Maple Bear today.

By blending strategic planning with innovative design, we ensure that every Maple Bear school in the CEE region not only meets today’s educational demands but is also primed for future opportunities.

Partner with Maple Bear CEE and become part of a global network of premium bilingual schools. Leverage our expertise in creating outstanding learning environments, designed to foster academic excellence and holistic development. With Maple Bear CEE’s architectural strategy, you can confidently build a school that reflects the Maple Bear philosophy while establishing a distinguished presence in your community

Preferred Qualifications

Commitment

A long-term, hands-on approach to developing the Maple Bear School brand, building strong educational teams, and ensuring consistent, high-quality operations across every school.

Experience

Experience in education or school operations is preferred, but backgrounds in various business are also valuable. We have successfully expanded globally with family businesses, private equity firms, and entrepreneurs- even without prior experience in the education sector.

Financial Resources

A well-funded local operator willing to make the necessary upfront capital investment to develop and grow the school in the target market.

Maple Bear around the world

A proven model. A funded expansion. A growing network.

Maple Bear Europe

A Global Education Brand with Strong Regional Expansion: Multiple schools already operating in key European markets in 9 countries, 20 operational schools.

Maple Bear is the fastest-growing international education brands, with a proven model successfully implemented across multiple markets. Rapid expansion in Central & Eastern Europe

Growth is driven by strong demand for premium bilingual education and a scalable, standardized model.

Maple Bear Poland

Maple Bear Poland/Polska is managed by a private equity fund partnering with local professionals of education to bring the best of Canadian education to Poland.

Maple Bear Polska has 3 operational schools in 2024, and 35 coming soon.

Maple Bear Brazil

Maple Bear holds a 60% market share in the private bilingual school sector, with a presence in 83 cities.

Maple Bear Bulgaria

Maple Bear Elementary School in Sofia, Bulgaria, opened in 2019, just as the COVID pandemic was shutting everything down. Despite the challenges, the school reached full capacity in just 13 months.

2 new schools opened in Sofia in 2022 and 2023!

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Maple Bear Singapour

10 years in Singapore and 52 Maple Bear schools.

In 2017, 2018, 2019 Maple Bear is awarded with “Best in Preschool Bilingual Literacy Award.

Maple Bear Czechia

Maple Bear Czchia successfully opened 2 schools in September 2024 in Olomouc and Brno.

A new School will be opening in fall 2025 in Prague.

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Ready to Start Your Journey?

Joining Maple Bear means becoming part of a global community committed to excellence in education and long-term success.

Have questions or ready to take the next step? Our team is here to guide you through the application process!

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