About THE TUTORING CENTER Franchise
The Tutoring Center is an educational learning center franchise specializing in after-school academic support for school-age children.
The brand delivers individualized instruction in core subjects including reading, math, writing, pre-algebra, algebra 1 and 2, geometry, test preparation, and study skills.
Serving families who seek structured, results-driven academic assistance, The Tutoring Center operates through a proprietary teaching methodology called The Rotational Approach to Learning, which provides personalized, small-group instruction designed to build student confidence and measurably improve academic performance.
THE TUTORING CENTER Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$85K
Average Investment
$124K
Maximum Investment
$162K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $32,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | $500/month for first 3 months, then $1,500/month (flat fee increasing $25 each January) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | No advertising fund currently required. Minimum digital marketing expenditure of $250 to $400/month may be required in the future, payable to franchisor, affiliate, or designated third party. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $85,010 – $162,475 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $85K–$162K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty ($500/month for first 3 months, then $1,500/month (flat fee increasing $25 each January)) and marketing fee (No advertising fund currently required. Minimum digital marketing expenditure of $250 to $400/month may be required in the future, payable to franchisor, affiliate, or designated third party.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $32,000 | $32,000 |
| Start-Up Office Supplies and Equipment Package | $1,500 | $3,500 |
| Printing and Interior Signage | $10,000 | $11,000 |
| Educational Materials Package | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Furniture Package | $7,000 | $13,000 |
| Computer Equipment | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Pre-Opening Support and Training Fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Travel Expenses for Initial Training | $0 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Vanilla Shell Space) | $0 | $37,000 |
| Rent and CAM Charges (3 months) plus One Month Security Deposit | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Local Advertising / Grand Opening | $0 | $4,500 |
| Licenses and Permits | $0 | $1,500 |
| Exterior Signage | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance - Business Liability and Workers Compensation (3 months) | $510 | $875 |
| Professional Advisor (CPA, Attorney) | $0 | $500 |
| Additional Funds / Working Capital (3 months) | $2,000 | $4,600 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 Franchise Support Fee payable to franchisor; $1,000 Resale/Transfer Live Compliance Tour Fee payable upon demand prior to transfer |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 (subject to inflation adjustment; waived if Franchise Agreement signed within 30 days of Discovery Day and renewal executed at least 5 months before expiration) |
| Technology Fee | Currently $200/month (maximum $250/month with 30 days notice); commences upon execution of Franchise Agreement regardless of whether Center is open |
| Semi-Annual Program Fee | $600 twice per year (February 1 and August 1); commences upon execution of Franchise Agreement |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $250 per incident plus $250/month until fully cured |
| Late Charge | $250 per late payment plus $250/month until paid in full |
| Regional Seminar Fee | $300/year (when seminars are conducted within 300 miles of Center) |
| Site Review Fee | $250 per site for the 4th and each subsequent proposed site reviewed |
| SAT/ACT Test Prep Program Royalty (optional) | $400/month (subject to annual inflation adjustment) |
| Early Cancellation Fee | Higher of $1,000 or current monthly royalty times remaining months plus semi-annual program fees for remaining term |
| Cure of Breach | Varies; franchisee reimburses franchisor for expenses incurred to cure breach on franchisee's behalf |
| Indemnification | Varies; franchisee indemnifies franchisor for all expenses relating to Center |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 6 days total: Part 1 is approximately 6 days of initial training (24 hours classroom, 16 hours on-the-job); Part 2 is 5 days of hands-on Mentor Training at a designated franchisee center (40 hours on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 24 |
| On-the-Job Training | 56 |
| Training Location | Franchisor's corporate training facility in Long Beach, California, or another designated location for classroom training; Mentor Training conducted at a franchisee-operated Center designated by Franchisor |
| Additional Training | Refresher training at end of first year (included in Pre-Opening Training Fee, not to exceed 11 days); Part 3 Continuing Mentor Training via email and telephone during first 6-12 months; periodic webinars; optional regional seminars ($300/year); potential annual convention. Center Director must complete Part 1 training if different from Designated Owner. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | 5-mile radius from front door of Center, measured by straight-line GPS |
| Description | Franchisee receives a limited protected territory. Franchisor will not operate or franchise another The Tutoring Center physically located within the territory during the agreement term so long as franchisee is not in breach. Franchisee will not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees or outlets franchisor owns. Franchisor reserves all rights outside the protected territory including Internet, mobile services, temporary facilities, and Centralized Accounts. Franchisee may not relocate without franchisor consent. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years (one renewal available) |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 (subject to inflation adjustment) |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must: not be in default of any agreement with franchisor; bring Center into full compliance with then-current standards; prove right to remain in leased premises; comply with current qualification and training requirements; give 90 days written notice (not more than 12 months before expiration); pay renewal fee; have paid all amounts due; execute a General Release; and sign then-current franchise agreement which may contain materially different terms. |
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 Franchise Support Fee plus $1,000 Resale/Transfer Live Compliance Tour Fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Must obtain franchisor written approval. Proposed transferee must meet then-current franchisee qualifications, be of good moral character, complete training, demonstrate necessary skills. Franchisee must cure all system irregularities within 30 days of Live Compliance Tour, be current on all obligations, pay transfer fee, execute General Release, and comply with non-compete provisions. Franchisor has right of first refusal to purchase franchisee's business. Transferee receives a $19,000 credit against then-current initial franchise fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Non-curable defaults include: failure to open and equip Center; failure to complete required training; material misrepresentation in franchise application; felony conviction; unauthorized use of trade secrets or confidential information; abandonment or failure to operate for 5 or more consecutive days; unauthorized transfer; submitting false reports on two or more occasions within 12 consecutive months; bankruptcy or insolvency; misuse of Marks; repeated payment failures in any 12-month period; health or safety law violations; failure to cooperate with inspections. Curable defaults: 5 days to cure monetary defaults and EFT deficiencies; 30 days to cure other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term plus 24 months after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners must not engage in any competing tutoring or related services business. For 24 months after termination or non-renewal, franchisee and owners cannot own, maintain, or engage in any competing tutoring business within a 10-mile radius of franchisee's Center or within a 10-mile radius of any other The Tutoring Center location. Dispute resolution requires mediation followed by binding arbitration in Los Angeles County, California under AAA commercial arbitration rules. California law governs. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Designated Owner must manage the Center and be present during operating hours or immediately available to respond to the Center Director at all times. The Designated Owner must maintain competent personnel, complete initial training, maintain standards, and use best efforts to promote and increase sales. If the Designated Owner pursues outside employment, a qualified Center Director must be in place before doing so. Franchisor may require all owners of an entity franchisee to sign a personal guaranty. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor has designated sole approved suppliers for interior wall signage, workflow management software (Foundation Roster, approximately $60/month), printers and printing services, and Student Workbooks. Computer equipment must be purchased from an approved vendor and must be Apple brand, purchased new. Franchisees must also purchase start-up office supplies and equipment from a designated supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase equipment, furniture, start-up inventory, supplies, inside signage, computer hardware and software, and teaching materials including Student Workbooks from franchisor, its affiliate, or approved suppliers. Required purchases and leases represent an estimated 50-70% of total initial investment and 50-60% of annual operating expenses. Franchisees may not purchase inventory or equipment from other franchisees. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year 2024, franchisor derived $248,483.30 from Student Workbook sales, representing approximately 12.5% of total revenue of $1,980,975. Franchisor received $0 from Staples Business Advantage as a result of franchisee purchases in 2024. Franchisor retains all rebates, allowances, credits, and incentives from manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not currently offer direct or indirect financing and does not guarantee franchisee notes, leases, or obligations. Certain approved vendors may provide financing to qualified franchisees for purchases at the sole discretion of the third-party vendor. |
THE TUTORING CENTER Franchise Earnings — Item 19
THE TUTORING CENTER does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
THE TUTORING CENTER does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
THE TUTORING CENTER Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordTHE TUTORING CENTER has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
THE TUTORING CENTER System Growth
Total Units
75
Franchised
75
Company-Owned
0
THE TUTORING CENTER currently operates 75 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 8 | 6 | 87 |
| 2023 | 4 | 7 | 84 |
| 2024 | 1 | 10 | 75 |
Transfers: 6 | Closures: 10
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$2.0M
Net Income
$124K
Total Assets
$1.4M
Audited by Newport Beach, California CPA firm; member of PrimeGlobal (formerly the International Group of Accounting Firms) for year ending December 31.
THE TUTORING CENTER Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a THE TUTORING CENTER franchise ranges from $85,010 to $162,475, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $32,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
THE TUTORING CENTER charges a royalty fee of $500/month for first 3 months, then $1,500/month (flat fee increasing $25 each January) of gross sales, plus a No advertising fund currently required. Minimum digital marketing expenditure of $250 to $400/month may be required in the future, payable to franchisor, affiliate, or designated third party. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the THE TUTORING CENTER Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from THE TUTORING CENTER to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
THE TUTORING CENTER does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
THE TUTORING CENTER has been franchising since 2005. The FDD shows an investment range of $85,010-$162,475, a $500/month for first 3 months, then $1,500/month (flat fee increasing $25 each January) royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $32,000 and the total investment ranges from $85,010 to $162,475 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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