School of Rock is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2016. 272 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. analysis: we need to update "What we know" section bullet list for School of Rock ( company). previous summary none means start fresh with bullets from coverage that pert have info about School of first location etc. Must include newest developments first ( chronological descending). Keep older still true facts. bullet 4-8 short bullet points. Let's extract relevant facts about School of Rock from coverage: - 2026-05-20: opened 450th location coinc coinc expansion into Germany through School of Rock Candidplatz owned by master franchisees Bill Cole and Dominik Ueblacker. brand now operates 135 schools across 20218 countries outside US. ( note: 18 countries outside US, total? but keep as per source. - 2026-02-27: named Global Franchise Grand Champion at 2021? Actually 2026 Global Franchise Awards; also Best children's service & education franchise and regional champion USA. - 2025- December 10: opened first location in Dubai ( first location in UAE? ) and UK first location ( but earlier: 2025-11-13 UK grand opening in Tw Twickenham Greater London; 2025-12-10 mention first location in Dubai and UK respectively; So first UK location already opened earlier; first UAE location opened in Dubai. - 2025-11-6: opening new location in Stellenbosch South Africa on January 2026 ( future but still announced; still true that opening planned.) - 2025-10-10 Q&A with master franchisee Matias Puga H: 24 schools currently operating in seven countries; emphasizing core model etc. So as of 2025-10- earlier count 24 schools in seven countries. - 2025-10-1: partnership with SAB SABian cym cym expansion in Canada; new schools operate as wholly owned subsidiary led by leadership team; first location in Halifax Nova Scotia. SABian partnership implies expansion into Canada. - 2025-5-8: mention expansion globally; includes School of Rock expanded globally ( but no specifics maybe mention expansion continues. - 2025-4-30: first location in Uruguay ( Monte Monte; expansion spearheaded by Matías Puga H.) - 2025-4- May earlier: maybe mention expansion globally again but not specific. - 2025-4-9: mention expansion internationally ( includes School of Rock among others; but no specifics. - 2026-4-27: Tony Padulo insights; not directly about School of Rock but mention development portfolio etc; maybe not needed. - 2026-4-26: mention Kristin Kidd owning two School of Rock locations; but not about expansion but indicates franchisee ownership. - 2026-3-11 Mathnasium; not relevant. - 2026-2-25 Mathnasium; not relevant. - 2026-1-21 YEB; mention School of Rock as part of global growth; but already covered. - 2026-1-8 global franchising news; maybe mention School of Rock but not specifics; but still true that it's included as brand in global news. - 2026-1- international deals; not relevant. - 2025-9-15 Arthur Murray leadership hires; not relevant. - 2025-9-15 international expansion; includes School of Rock expanded globally; but already covered. - 2025- Filed under Education & Childcare / Enrichment & STEM.
School of Rock is expanding in South Africa with a new master franchise agreement, opening at least 8 new locations across the country in the next 8 years.
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School of Rock elevates its GearSelect program by launching major new features, allowing U.S. students to purchase a wide range of musical instruments and accessories.
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Altitude Trampoline Park partners with School of Rock to offer free jumps and performances to students.
School of Rock has signed a master franchise agreement in South Africa with existing South African franchisees Keith Taeuber and Leigh Spaun, who currently own School of Rock Claremont in Cape Town, South Africa.
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School of Rock expands to South Africa with a new master franchise agreement, opening at least 8 new locations across the country in the next 8 years.
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School of Rock opens its first school in Europe in Madrid, Spain, marking the brand's entry into the European market.
School of Rock Tampa North is opening a new location, offering live music, school tours, and free trial lessons, according to Franchising.com.
School of Rock wins Global Franchise Award for children's education.
School of Rock Coconut Grove announces its grand opening in the Coconut Grove community.
School of Rock Colorado Springs announces its grand opening event, featuring live music, school tours, and raffles.
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Today School of Rock announced that Gibson Brands is joining the family of brands in School of Rock’s GearSelect program.
School of Rock is named a 2021 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review, with high franchisee satisfaction ratings.
School of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, was recently ranked among Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500, with the brand claiming the top ranking in the children’s enrichment music category.
School of Rock is awarded a U.S. patent for its revolutionary School of Rock Method, a proprietary music education system.
School of Rock adapted its business model to offer virtual lessons and delivered exclusive access to famous musicians, expanding into Taiwan and Ireland during the pandemic.
School of Rock presented the Winter of Rock Festival, featuring performances by various bands.
School of Rock signs Taiwan master franchise agreement for 20 locations.
School of Rock has awarded a new master franchise agreement in Taiwan, with plans to open 20 locations over the next 10 years.
School of Rock expands to Ireland with a new area development agreement, awarding four locations across Ireland over the next four years.