A PROVEN ART EDUCATION FRANCHISE
One River School is a franchise system that combines creativity, community, with a tested operating model.
A PROVEN ART EDUCATION FRANCHISE
One River School is a franchise system that combines creativity, community, with a tested operating model.
Our Mission
Transforming Art Education®
The One River School story began in 2012 when Founder Matt Ross, drawing on his experience helping build and scale The School of Rock music school franchise, set out to reshape art education.
Since opening our first location in Englewood, NJ, One River has expanded to 15 locations nationwide and more coming soon, inspiring thousands of students of all ages through hands-on art, digital design, and world-class summer camps.
Our Method
Inspired by contemporary art, One River created an original product menu and curriculum where students learn from living artists while building real skills and become part of a creative community.
Agnes Mauro, CEO, joined One River at its inception and helped launch the first flagship school. Over more than 15 years in arts education and business leadership, she has guided the company’s evolution into a scalable franchise platform, developing The One River Method: a proven blueprint for building economically strong, culturally relevant art schools.
Our Mission
Transforming Art Education®
The One River School story began in 2012 when Founder Matt Ross, drawing on his experience helping build and scale The School of Rock music school franchise, set out to reshape art education.
Since opening our first location in Englewood, NJ, One River has expanded to 15 locations nationwide and more coming soon, inspiring thousands of students of all ages through hands-on art, digital design, and world-class summer camps.
Our Method
Inspired by contemporary art, One River created an original product menu and curriculum where students learn from living artists while building real skills and become part of a creative community.
Agnes Mauro, CEO, joined One River at its inception and helped launch the first flagship school. Over more than 15 years in arts education and business leadership, she has guided the company’s evolution into a scalable franchise platform, developing The One River Method: a proven blueprint for building economically strong, culturally relevant art schools.
INVESTMENT & REVENUE
Average School Revenue
$823,979*
Minimum Liquid Capital
$100,000**
**with an average cost of $350,000 to open
The Opportunity: Seize the Future of Art Education
The U.S. art classes industry has been a growing part of the education business for decades and serves an annual market of more than $10 Billion.*
At One River, we pioneered a one of a kind membership model that generates recurring monthly revenue and multiple revenue streams from classes, camps, workshops, events and art gallery sales. We serve across all age groups giving our operators a product menu that is unique in the world of art education franchising – doing what they love and working for themselves.
* IBIS Art Classes in the US Industry Data & Analysis Report
INVESTMENT & REVENUE
Average School Revenue
$735,321*
Minimum Liquid Capital
$100,000**
*average of affiliate-owned and franchise locations, refer to Item 19, 2024 FDD
**with an average cost of $350,000 to open
The Opportunity: Seize the Future of Art Education
The U.S. art classes industry has been a growing part of the education business for decades and serves an annual market of more than $10 Billion.*
At One River, we pioneered a one of a kind membership model that generates recurring monthly revenue and multiple revenue streams from classes, camps, workshops, events and art gallery sales. We serve across all age groups giving our operators a product menu that is unique in the world of art education franchising – doing what they love and working for themselves.
* IBIS Art Classes in the US Industry Data & Analysis Report
AVAILABLE MARKETS
We Have Several Available Franchise Territories
Established Business Model
Established Business Model
One River School Franchise Support
Hidden
Onboarding & Launch Readiness
Clear, step-by-step guidance through the franchising process to ensure owners are fully prepared to open and operate confidently.
Initial Training
Robust virtual and in-person training covering operations, education delivery, enrollment, marketing, and business management—before opening and during early ramp-up.
Site Selection & Build-Out Support
Expert guidance on site planning, build-out, equipment, and pre-opening preparation to ensure consistency, efficiency, and brand standards.
Technology & Operating Systems
Access to integrated digital platforms that support instruction, enrollment, scheduling, and daily business operations.
Marketing & Brand Execution
System-driven marketing programs—including email, digital, and local marketing—to support awareness, lead generation, and enrollment growth.
Local Digital Media Support
Each location receives a branded school website and managed Facebook account, providing a strong local foundation for discovery, engagement, and enrollment.
Grand Opening Support
Strategic guidance and execution support to drive early visibility, enrollment, and momentum at launch.
One River School Franchise Support
Hidden
Onboarding & Launch Readiness
Clear, step-by-step guidance through the franchising process to ensure owners are fully prepared to open and operate confidently.
Initial Training
Robust virtual and in-person training covering operations, education delivery, enrollment, marketing, and business management—before opening and during early ramp-up.
Site Selection & Build-Out Support
Expert guidance on site planning, build-out, equipment, and pre-opening preparation to ensure consistency, efficiency, and brand standards.
Technology & Operating Systems
Access to integrated digital platforms that support instruction, enrollment, scheduling, and daily business operations.
Marketing & Brand Execution
System-driven marketing programs—including email, digital, and local marketing—to support awareness, lead generation, and enrollment growth.
Local Digital Media Support
Each location receives a branded school website and managed Facebook account, providing a strong local foundation for discovery, engagement, and enrollment.
Grand Opening Support
Strategic guidance and execution support to drive early visibility, enrollment, and momentum at launch.