5 Reasons That A Tutoring Franchise Is A Perfect Option For Teachers

You have the skill set to teach a large group of students and you have honed this skill throughout your time in the classroom. But could you switch from teaching to running a successful Tutoring Franchise business? Yes, not only do you have the subject knowledge, you are also great at time management, organisation, communication and a passion for educating children.

Tutoring, as we know, educates children who need or want extra academic support. Teaching is a noble profession that empowers individuals to impart knowledge and shape young minds. However, many educators eventually seek opportunities beyond the traditional classroom setting.

One avenue that has gained popularity is investing in a Tutoring Franchise.

In this blog post, we will discuss whether a Tutoring Franchise is a good option after teaching and provide insights from experts in the field.

The Rise Of Tutoring Franchises

Tutoring Franchises have witnessed substantial growth in recent years, driven by the increasing demand for personalised education. 

These Franchises offer a unique opportunity for educators to leverage their teaching skills and experience while exploring entrepreneurial endeavours.

1. A Proven Business Model

One of the primary reasons why Tutoring Franchises are a viable option after teaching is their established business model. Unlike starting a Tutoring business from scratch, franchises come with a ready-made framework, marketing strategies, and support systems. 

We work with Franchise Co-Founder and former teacher Colin Murphy from Choice Home Tutoring:

“With a proven business model, we applied and were accepted as members of the British Franchise Association (bfa) in January 2022 – recognition of the business being run in a thoroughly professional and ethical manner. 

We’re proud to be a DfE-approved Tuition Partner of the NTP. This government level recognition means that we’ve been trusted to deliver much needed tuition to schools and their most disadvantaged students in order to maximise achievement.”

Our Franchisees are able to take advantage of this status to support schools within their own territories and to further bolster their revenue.”

These accolades have been earned over a period of time, Choice Home Tutoring was established in 2010, by choosing a franchise you are choosing a proven business model.

Dr. Angela Lee Duckworth, a renowned psychologist, and education expert, notes that a well-structured Franchise can significantly reduce the challenges of starting a new venture.

2. Access to Resources and Training

Tutoring Franchises often provide comprehensive training and resources to franchisees. This support extends from curriculum development to marketing strategies and administrative tools.

Lee Dein Founder of Magic Link Handwriting, their teachers can work from home or in school:

“Our resources for the handwriting programme consist of workbook packs. These packs can be ordered directly and are promptly dispatched to the teachers. While the teachers bear the initial cost of purchasing these workbooks, they are later reimbursed by the parents. This reimbursement system ensures that the financial burden is transferred from the teachers to the parents.”

David Harper Director of art-K explains how their resources, training package and support services mean teachers can feel confident taking on this franchise:

“The whole of art-K (franchise or directly owned club) runs accounts the same way. We all can use the same solicitors, the same accountant, so that Teachers know they are getting advice from the same source as the main company. Yes, controlling expenditure is important, but expenses are very low in a teaching service, and the main focus is on student numbers and teaching excellence. With teaching excellence comes results and the power of ‘word of mouth’ marketing.”

The resources franchisors supply will be researched, developed and produced by Head Office, they will be responsible for updating content and keeping it relevant to the audience. This means higher quality resources at no time or monetary cost to yourself.

3. A Growing Market

The demand for Tutoring services continues to grow, driven by various factors such as competitive academic environments and the desire for personalised learning.

According to an article in May 2023 from Independent School Parent states that:

 “in the academic year 2019-2020, the private Tutoring industry in the UK was worth an estimated £7.5 billion, showing a significant growth in the industry.”

Since COVID this number has grown, especially with the introduction of the National Tutoring Partnership.

A Government report states

“We know tutoring can have a positive impact on pupils’ academic progress. Evidence suggests that, compared to their peers who do not receive tuition, pupils who receive small group tuition may make, on average, 4 months additional progress and pupils who receive one-to-one tuition may make, on average, 5 months additional progress. This is likely linked to pupils receiving more feedback, being more engaged and completing work tailored to their specific needs.”

This growth potential offers a compelling reason for educators to consider Tutoring Franchises.

4. Fulfilling The Passion For Teaching

Leaving the traditional classroom doesn’t mean educators have to give up their passion for teaching. Tutoring Franchises allow educators to work closely with students, providing the one-on-one attention that many students crave. 

Deborah Salsbury former Primary Teacher and Founder of The Reading Doctor, followed her passion and commitment to ensuring access to learning for all, her teaching role developed into specialist group intervention teaching.

“The Reading Doctor delivers a personalised programme, that identifies and builds on strengths enabling pupils to overcome difficulties. The Reading Doctor methods go deeper than traditional phonics teaching and utilise multi-sensory methods to ensure each pupil learns to read both for pleasure and to become functionally literate. Many of our resources are dyslexia friendly.”

Choosing a Tutoring Franchise that you are passionate about will enable you to thrive with your new business and inspire your students.

5. Managing Work-Life Balance

Tutoring Franchises can offer you greater flexibility in terms of work hours and location. This flexibility can be particularly appealing for educators seeking a better work-life balance. 

Dr. Clayton Christensen, a Harvard Business School professor, highlights the importance of aligning one’s career with personal values and priorities. 

“The relationships you have with family and close friends are going to be the most important sources of happiness in your life. But you have to be careful. When it seems like everything at home is going well, you will be lulled into believing that you can put your investments in these relationships on the back burner. That would be an enormous mistake. By the time serious problems arise in those relationships, it often is too late to repair them.”

A Tutoring Franchise can provide the autonomy needed to achieve a better work-life balance.

Conclusion

In summary, a Tutoring Franchise can be a good option for educators seeking opportunities beyond traditional teaching. 

With a proven business model, access to resources and training, a growing market, and the chance to continue nurturing a passion for teaching, it offers a compelling avenue for career transition. 

However, as with any business endeavour, careful research and consideration of individual goals and circumstances are essential.

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