Sylvan Learning
We provide personalized tutoring and academic programs for school-age students who need support in reading, math, writing, study skills, and test preparation. Our approach uses assessments, trained instructors, and individualized instruction to help students build skills and improve performance. We operate through Sylvan-branded learning centers and approved satellite locations, with both in-person and virtual delivery options. We also offer optional programs in robotics, computer programming, engineering, and mathematics, along with additional tutoring services in some markets.
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Children & Youth Enrichment
Brand highlights
- CEOJohn McAuliffe
- Headquarters4 North Park Drive, Hunt Valley, MD, 21030
- Year founded1979
- Year started franchising2003
- IndustryChildren & Youth Enrichment
- Locations open472 (-27 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$69,760 - $161,445
- Franchise fee$24,000
- Royalty16% of monthly gross revenues, with a total Minimum Annual Royalty of not less than $32,000.
- Brand fund8% of monthly gross revenues, capped at a maximum of $40,000 per territory per calendar year.
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-01
| Category | Detail | View |
|---|---|---|
| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Sylvan Learning, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Learn about the initial franchise fee required to join the Sylvan Learning franchise system and what that fee covers. | |
| Other Fees | Understand the ongoing and additional fees associated with owning a Sylvan Learning franchise, including royalties, marketing contributions, and other required payments. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Sylvan Learning franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Territory | Understand how franchise territories are defined, whether they are exclusive, and under what circumstances they may be modified by Sylvan Learning. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Sylvan Learning provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 472 |
| Franchise locations | 466 |
| Corporate locations | 6 |
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