Eligibility criteria: Please note, to be a Kumon Franchise owner you must have a 4-year college degree, proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency and be available to run your center day-to-day (no absentee owners).
What is Kumon?
Kumon is the world’s leading afterschool learning program, designed to give kids an academic advantage. Kumon goes far beyond tutoring and other learning programs by enabling kids to develop critical thinking skills and the ability to learn new materials independently. With the unique Kumon Self-Learning Program, kids progress at their own pace, only moving forward once they have mastered the tasks at hand. This approach translates into results that go far beyond school, boosting confidence and other assets that will help them throughout their lives.
Company History
Kumon was developed in 1954, in Japan, by a teacher named Toru Kumon, who wanted his son Takeshi to develop a love for learning. His goal was to thoroughly prepare his son for the rigorous high school and college entry exams.
With short, incremental daily assignments that required mastery before proceeding, Takeshi progressed and his abilities improved significantly. Other parents took notice of these results, and the Kumon Method was born.
Today, Kumon has helped millions of children gain academic advantage in 48 countries. In the US, Kumon has been active since 1974, and currently has more than 1,500 centers.
Are you the Ideal Candidate for Opening a Kumon Center?
In order to be eligible to open a Kumon Center, the ideal candidate needs to possess:
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A passion for and dedication to education and working with children
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A four-year college degree (teaching background helpful, but not essential)
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Required capital needed to establish and develop a Kumon Math and Reading Center
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The ability to create and manage a center that effectively motivates children using the Kumon Learning Method, and an interest in and commitment to helping children in your community
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The ability to deliver an excellent customer experience while maintaining dedication to Kumon’s core values
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A good understanding of your area of opportunity and strong ties to the community
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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A full-time commitment to Kumon — an average of six to eight hours per business day, 40 hours per week
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U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Legal Resident status (Green Card)
Top Publications Agree: Kumon Consistently Leads the Way in Growth and Support
It is well known that leaving a full-time job and hitting the restart button on your career to open a new business is a huge commitment. But Kumon’s consistently high industry rankings mean you can partner with Kumon and take that step with confidence.
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#1 Tutoring Services Franchise — Entrepreneur Magazine
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#3 Top Franchise for the Money — Forbes
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#5 “AllStar” Franchise — AllBusiness
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#20 Franchise in Entrepreneur’s Magazine Franchise 500 Listing
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#28 Fastest Growing Franchise — Entrepreneur Magazine
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Ranked in Bond’s Top 100 Franchises