
Challenge Island is thrilled to be included on the prestigious Franchise 500 list for the 6th year straight. With 168 franchises and an audience of 5 million children, Challenge Island is the World’s #1 STEAM Program.
Challenge Island | The World's #1 STEM and STEAM Program
The World's #1 STEM/STEAM Program Providing Award-Winning Afterschool Classes, In-School Field Trips, Camps, Girl Scout Workshops, Parties, and More! Featuring F2F and Virtual Options.

Challenge Island is thrilled to be included on the prestigious Franchise 500 list for the 6th year straight. With 168 franchises and an audience of 5 million children, Challenge Island is the World’s #1 STEAM Program.
Challenge Island is proud to announce that we have been ranked #48 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s prestigious 2026 Top Franchises Under $100K list — a recognition that highlights exceptional franchise opportunities combining affordability, growth potential and strong brand performance. Even more exciting, 2026 marks Challenge Island’s 9th consecutive year on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500, underscoring the […]
Children’s Book Week is a time to celebrate the magic of stories, the power of imagination, and the joy of reading. At Challenge Island, we believe that books are more than just pages—they’re springboards for creativity, innovation, and hands-on discovery. That’s why our Challenge Island book series is designed to bring stories to life in […]