Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education offering infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs, powers into Q4 with significant momentum: 13 new franchise agreements representing 23 schools, seven new school openings, the launch of a new real estate platform, and a key leadership hire to support its next phase of growth.
Celebree’s growth is driven by a diverse group of passionate franchisees across the country. New agreements have been signed in North Carolina, New Jersey, Colorado, Texas, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Georgia, Washington, D.C., Massachusetts, and Florida. In parallel, the company has opened seven new schools in 2025, expanding access to its trusted early education programs.
“This incredible momentum shows that our brand is not just expanding, it’s evolving into a movement grounded in purpose and impact,” said Richard Huffman, Founder & CEO of Celebree School. “Our success is driven by franchisees who are deeply committed to nurturing children and supporting families. Together, we’re building trust, strengthening communities, and creating lasting change.”
To keep pace with demand, Celebree School has recently launched an innovative Electronic Real Estate Management Platform designed to streamline the entire site acquisition process, from initial submission to signed lease or purchase agreement. This system enables local real estate brokers and developers to submit new site opportunities electronically via a simple web form. By creating a comprehensive sales funnel for real estate, this platform increases the volume of high-quality site leads and enhances site management efficiency, ultimately reducing development timelines.
As part of its aggressive growth strategy, Celebree School has appointed Casey Larkin as Director of Design & Construction. With over 20 years of experience managing high-profile real estate projects valued at more than $600 million—including Baltimore’s $660 million Peninsula redevelopment and the Sagamore Pendry Hotel—Larkin adds invaluable expertise. In this newly created role, he will oversee all design and construction efforts, helping ensure new schools are fully operating on time, within budget, and aligned with Celebree’s brand standards.
“Joining Celebree School during this exciting phase of growth is truly energizing,” said Larkin. “My mission is to transform our development process into a seamless experience that empowers franchisees and delivers exceptional learning environments for children nationwide.”
The rapidly growing brand’s outstanding performance in 2025 has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Mid-Atlantic and Baltimore Business Journal’s “Power 10 CEO,” both awarded to Richard Huffman, as well as the Franchise Innovation Award from Franchise Update Media. Celebree School is continuing its national expansion efforts and is currently seeking qualified individuals for single and multi-unit opportunities. To learn more about Celebree School franchising opportunities, visit https://www.celebree.com/franchising.
