
International Franchise News, Deals, & Opportunities for April
Each month we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.
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.

Each month we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.
School of Rock signs master franchise agreement for 35 Germany locations.

School of Rock has reached a franchise milestone with the opening of its 400th location in Reno, Nevada.
Reno, NV – School of Rock opened its 400th franchise location in Reno, Nevada.

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Each month we bring you a roundup of international franchise news.
School of Rock South Africa expands its global footprint with a new location in Johannesburg, offering music education programs.

Hilton to surpass 300 hotels in Caribbean and Latin America by 2027.
Beavercreek, Ohio - School of Rock will celebrate the opening of its school in Beavercreek, Ohio with an event taking place at 2850C Centre Dr., Suite 6, on Saturday, July 20 from 12 p.m.
Fredericksburg, VA – School of Rock will celebrate the opening of its school in Fredericksburg, Virginia with an event taking place at 9811 Patriot Highway on Saturday, July 13 from 10 a.m.

Michael King, a Navy veteran, has successfully transitioned into franchising with School of Rock, leveraging his passion for music to own a franchise.
School of Rock named to Franchise Business Review's 2024 awards lists.
School of Rock opens second location in Riverhead, New York
School of Rock opens new location in Somerville, New Jersey

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School of Rock awards UK master franchise to Matias Puga-Hamilton
School of Rock expands its stage with the grand opening of a new school in Lemont, Illinois, offering music programs and services.

School of Rock has revolutionized how students learn and perform music through its patented performance-based approach.
School of Rock Saginaw opened a new location in Texas, offering music lessons and programs for students.
School of Rock Arlington Heights re-opens with grand event featuring School of Rock House Band and music education program trials.
School of Rock Loveland celebrates grand opening with a music festival featuring local bands and activities for all ages.