Computertots vs College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Computertots vs College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Computertots Franchise
College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors Franchise
Investment $47,700 - $66,300$105,000 - $158,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$45,000
Royalty Fee 8%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19832001
Year Franchised 19882005
Term Of Agreement 15 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 15 years10 years
Renewal Fee 5% of franchise fee$2K


Business Experience Requirements
 
Computertots Franchise
College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Computertots Franchise
    College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/NoNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/Yes
    Equipment No/NoNo/Yes
    Inventory No/NoNo/Yes
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support
     
    Computertots Franchise
    College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors Franchise
    Training -Classroom Training: 48 hours
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety proceduresMeetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing National media, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    		 International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 - 3 Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed.

    Expansion Plans
     
    Computertots Franchise
    College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Computertots

    Computertots is now a subsidiary of ComputerExplorers In 1984, personal computers were still considered a luxury, and schools were figuring out how to best use the new technology as a learning tool. Moms Karen Marshall and Mary Rogers saw the teaching potential of computers and began Computertots/Computer Explorers with $1,500, one computer and 10 young students. Franchisees can operate the business using either a manager model or an owner-operated model. A manager employs a staff to assist in the teaching and operation of the business; the owner of an owner-operated model not only teaches classes, but also operates the business.

    In 2003, Computertots/Computer Explorers was acquired by The International Center for Entrepreneurial Development Inc., which also owns Kwik Kopy Printing, Kwik Kopy Business Centers, Franklin's Printing, American Wholesale Thermographers, Copy Club, Women's Health Boutique and Parcel Plus.

    About College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors

    College Nannies and Tutors Builds Stronger Families by providing Role Models from Cradle to College. As a full-service family focused firm, franchisees specialize in placing nannies, babysitters, homework help and college prep tutors. College Nannies and Tutors is seeking executive owners that share our core values and possess the desire and ability to grow multiple retail units.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors business is from $105,000 to $173,000. This includes the $45,000 initial franchise fee that must be paid to us. If you purchase 2 franchised Territories at the same time, the Initial Franchise Fee is $80,000 for both Territories. If you purchase 3 franchised Territories at the same time, the Initial Franchise Fee is $105,000 for all 3 Territories.

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