Ivy Kids Early Learning Center Celebrates 20 Years and Continued Growth
Ivy Kids Early Learning Center Celebrates 20 Years and Continued Growth
Katy, TX – [4-16-25] – Ivy Kids Early Learning Center, a premier early education franchise dedicated to whole child development, proudly marks its 20th anniversary in 2025. Founded in 2005 by Alnoor and Laila Bandali with the opening of the first Ivy Kids location in Pearland, TX, the brand has grown into a leader in early childhood education with 20 locations currently open and 18 locations under development.
“For 20 years, Ivy Kids has been committed to providing high-quality early learning experiences that empower children to flourish,” said both Laila and Alnoor Bandali, founders of Ivy Kids. “We are honored to have built a community that nurtures young minds while also creating opportunities for educators and entrepreneurs to make a difference.”
Ivy Kids Early Learning Center is a family-driven organization, with the founders actively owning and operating five centers. Their continued involvement ensures that the values and vision that started in 2005 remain at the heart of the brand as it grows and evolves.
Ivy Kids began franchising in 2015, allowing dedicated business owners to bring the Ivy Kids innovative approach to early learning to more families. The company recently celebrated two major milestones:
- Ivy Kids opened its 20th location, owned and operated by the founders, Al and Laila Bandali showing their continued commitment to growth and operational excellence.
- Ivy Kids expanded outside of Texas for the first time opening a center in the Atlanta, GA area.
With further expansion planned in Florida, South Carolina, and California, Ivy Kids is on a path of continued growth, bringing high-quality early education to growing communities.
The need for quality early childhood education is greater than ever, particularly in growing communities where childcare options remain limited. Ivy Kids is committed to addressing this gap by providing a whole-child approach and research-based curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment for children. The franchise also presents an opportunity for entrepreneurs to create meaningful change by investing in an essential service that supports families and strengthens local economies. Each Ivy Kids location contributes to the community not only through education but also by creating jobs—both during the construction phase and through permanent employment for teachers and staff.
“Ivy Kids was founded with a vision to offer the best early education experience possible,” said Amyn Bandali, CEO of Ivy Kids. “As we celebrate 20 years, we are more committed than ever to expanding our impact and ensuring that families across the country have access to high-quality learning environments for their children.”
Recognized as a leader in the franchise industry, Ivy Kids has earned numerous accolades, including Franchise Business Review’s Top Franchise, Franchise Times’ Top 400, Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Franchise Registry Verified, and Cognia Accreditation. These awards reflect the franchise’s commitment to excellence and its proven business model.
To commemorate its 20th year, Ivy Kids is unveiling a refreshed logo, with new overall branding to come later this year, symbolizing its evolution and continued dedication to innovation in early childhood education.
Franchise opportunities are available for those looking to bring an Ivy Kids Early Learning Center to their community. Learn more at IvyKidsFranchise.com.
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About Ivy Kids
A premier early childhood education provider, Ivy Kids Early Learning Center is committed to fostering whole child development by combining modern curricula with a fun, safe, and nurturing learning environment. Along with infant through pre-K educational programs, Ivy Kids offers before and after-school services, as well as summer and holiday camps. Founded in 2005, the company has since grown to encompass 20 schools in TX and GA, with expansion plans including FL, SC, and CA. More information is available at www.ivykids.com.
