"Opening my center has been life changing. I have been able to provide a wonderful environment for children, make a home for an incredible staff and support my family! I am forever grateful for finding Creative World."
-Corinne Gates,
Dedicated Owner.
-Corinne Gates,
Dedicated Owner.

Who Are We?
Creative World School® began nearly 40 years ago with the increasing importance of early childhood education in mind. Founders Billie and Duane McCabe started Creative World School® in Missouri in 1970 and their vision was quickly embraced. Creative World School® began franchising in 2000 to help further meet the demand for superior early childhood learning centers. Creative World School® continues as a family business as Billie and Duane’s daughters (who grew up attending Creative World Schools) further the Creative World tradition and proudly work in the company. Today, youngest daughter Dr. Marianne Whitehouse, combines the experience of being raised in a Creative World School® environment with her doctorate in Early Childhood and Elementary Education in her position as President of Creative World School® Franchising.
As a Creative World School® franchisee you will –
Creative World School® currently owns and operates 11 schools and our franchisees operate an additional ten schools in four states. This past year alone, more than 4,000 families chose Creative World School® to educate and care for their young children and that number continues to grow. Creative World School® is looking for committed, caring people that share our vision and want to carry it into the future.
As a Creative World School® franchisee you will –
- Be part of a successful organization that is a leader within the early childhood education field.
- Be in business for yourself while receiving assistance with site selection, construction, financing, day-to-day operations, marketing and more.
- Avoid the risks of starting a new business by yourself.
- Have the training, curriculum and guidance to succeed.
- Make a difference in young people's lives as you educate tomorrow's leaders.
Creative World School® currently owns and operates 11 schools and our franchisees operate an additional ten schools in four states. This past year alone, more than 4,000 families chose Creative World School® to educate and care for their young children and that number continues to grow. Creative World School® is looking for committed, caring people that share our vision and want to carry it into the future.







