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Sylvan Learning Centers
- Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc.
- SLVN
Baltimore, MD 21202-43
- (800) 627-4276 / (410) 843-6395
- (410) 843-6265 (Fax)
- Ms. Georgia Paulding, Vice President, Franchising
- [email protected]
SYLVAN is the leading provider of educational services to families, schools and industry. SYLVAN services pre-kindergarten through adult-levels from more than 1,100 SYLVAN LEARNING CENTERS worldwide.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1979
Franchising Since: 1980
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 734 | 93.6% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 50 | 6.4% |
| Total Operating Units | 784 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 1,030 | 96.7% | In 49 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 25 | 2.3% | In 6 Provinces |
| International | 10 | 0.9% | In 4 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 1,065 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| California | 107 |
| Florida | 71 |
| Texas | 68 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia
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General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | No |
| Franchisee Association? | Yes, is a member |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 300 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | Yes |
| Financial Assistance | Yes, Direct |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | Yes |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | Yes |
| Regional Advertising | Yes |
| Local Advertising | Yes |
| Marketing Materials | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos |
Ongoing Support
| Central Data Processing | N/A |
|---|---|
| Central Purchasing | N/A |
| Field Operation Evaluation | Included |
| Field Training | Included |
| Initial Store Opening | Included |
| Inventory Control | N/A |
| Franchisee Newsletter | Included |
| Regional or National Meetings | Included |
| 800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Training
| Online, Intranet, Zee TV and other means | Ongoing |
| Baltimore, MD | 6 Days |
| Various Other Locations | 5 Days |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $250K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | $101.1-171.3K |
| Total Investment | $179-305K |
| Average Total Investment | $242K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $42-48K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $46K |
| On-Going Royalty | 8-9% |
| Average Royalty | 8% |
| Advertising Fee | 5-13% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees | 5 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) | 1,500-2,500 |
| Preferred Site Types | Free Standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center |
| Encourages Conversions | Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 4 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 4 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 3 |
| Formal Education | 4 |
| Psychological Profile | 4 |
| Personal Interviews | 5 |
Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract | 10 |
|---|---|
| Term of Renewal Period | 10 |
| Passive Ownership? | Allowed |
| Area Development Agreements? |
Yes, for 1 year |
| Sub-Franchisor Contracts? |
No |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 50 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas | Yes, Asia, Europe, S. America, Cent. America, Mid. East |
