Home Based Franchises

Tutor Doctor

A flexible, home-based tutoring franchise with low costs and strong support in a growing industry.

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Min. investment

$94,295

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Max. investment

$138,995

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Funding support

No
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Coverage

USA
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Franchise Fees

N/A
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Level of expertise

Beginner to Senior

About Tutor Doctor

Founded in 2000 and franchising since 2003, Tutor Doctor has grown to over 700+ territories across 16 countries. It’s a home-based, one‑to‑one tutoring franchise that doesn’t rely on brick‑and‑mortar centers, keeping overhead low and flexibility high. With a personalized matching system for students and tutors, the brand boasts a 95% customer recommendation rate. Backed by strong recognition, ranked by Entrepreneur, awarded for diversity, and praised for customer impact, it’s a proven leader in the education franchise space.

What They Offer

  • 1:1 personalized tutoring in-home or online, focused on matching students’ learning styles.
  • Broad subject coverage, including test prep, executive functioning skills, adult learning and professional tutoring.
  • Proprietary systems: Tutor recruitment, matching framework, educational content, scheduling workflows, and an optimized website for lead generation.

The Franchise Offering

  • Territory options: single, multi or empire builder territories; home‑based with proprietary territory protection.
  • Established brand with global network (~734 units as of 2022) and community‑oriented culture.
  • Flexible model: you don’t need to be a tutor. Franchisees manage operations and local engagement.

Who Are They Looking For?

Ideal candidates should be:

  • Driven entrepreneurs or business professionals who are people-oriented; teaching experience is not required.
  • Community-minded individuals eager to build local partnerships and make a positive impact .
  • Willing to lead teams, recruit tutors, and follow a proven sales/marketing system with resilience and grit. Notably, ~83% of franchisees come from non‑education backgrounds.

The Cost

Initial Franchise FeeUS $54,700–69,700 (UK: £38,000–43,000)
Total Initial InvestmentUS $94,295–138,995; UK: £45,000–50,000
Minimum Net Worth / Liquid CapitalUS: $100,000–300,000; cash $94K–139K
Financing OptionsThird-party lenders, financing partners, UK Government‑backed loans
Ongoing Fees8% royalty, 2% national marketing/ad fund
Veteran Discount~$5,000 off regional territory in US & UK

Training & Support

  • Comprehensive Onboarding: 4–6 weeks self-paced e-learning + 2 weeks live training + 6-week online pre‑training + 7-day intensive HQ sessions.
  • Launch Support: Dedicated coach, goal-setting, marketing & recruitment guidance, two site visits—first year focus.
  • Ongoing Coaching: Minimum 15 months; weekly global calls; field coaching; regional meetings; annual conferences.
  • Resources & Tech: Local SEO-optimized website; marketing materials; proprietary software; lead-gen assistance.
  • Community of Peers: Access to global peer network, referral programs, best-practice sharing, continuous support.

Overall, Tutor Doctor offers a low‑cost, scalable, and home‑based franchise in a high‑growth sector. With minimal teaching requirements and comprehensive support, it’s ideal for entrepreneurs who want flexibility, community impact, and a proven business model.

 

Next Steps

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Disclaimer

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