Academy for Mathematics & English vs Ivybrook Academy Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Academy for Mathematics & English vs Ivybrook Academy including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Academy for Mathematics & English Franchise
Ivybrook Academy Franchise
Investment $120,000 - $150,000$310,700 - $440,200
Franchise Fee $35,000$50,000
Royalty Fee -6%
Advertising Fee -1%
Year Founded 19932007
Year Franchised 19932016
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Academy for Mathematics & English Franchise
Ivybrook Academy Franchise
Experience - Compassionate and caring, ready to help our students learn Able to work with both students and their parents – both our “customers” Motivated to build a team and student enrollment Accepts and embodies the Ivybrook Academy mission

Financing Options

 
Academy for Mathematics & English Franchise
Ivybrook Academy Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/Yes
Start-up Costs -/--/Yes
Equipment -/--/Yes
Inventory -/--/Yes
Receivables -/--/Yes
Payroll -/--/Yes

Training & Support

 
Academy for Mathematics & English Franchise
Ivybrook Academy Franchise
Training 3 weeksWe provide over 120 hours in person for you to get up and running before you even open and it doesn’t stop there. Here is a list of how we are DETERMINED to set you up for SUCCESS: Before Opening - 2 weeks of training both at our corporate location and at your school’s location Opening Month- Our team will be with you the entire week prior to opening as well as your first week of operation. After Opening- Regular visits, calls and open lines of communication are important for everyone’s success! On-The-Job Training: 46 hours Classroom Training: 66 hours
Support -Purchasing Co-ops Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations -Number of Employees Required to Run: 15

Expansion Plans

 
Academy for Mathematics & English Franchise
Ivybrook Academy Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About Academy for Mathematics & English

The Academy is recognized as "The Tutoring Math Specialist" in Canada and continues to, very rapidly, expand across North America. Using our proven and unique Turn-Key teaching systems you too can quickly and dramatically improve student grades and self-confidence in Math, Physics, Chemistry and English. Extensive training and continual on-going support in all areas will ensure your success.
 
The Academy changes the lives of students.

About Ivybrook Academy

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Ivybrook Academy was created by a public school teacher who was looking to balance quality of life with owning a business. As a highly involved mom of two very young children, she sought a means of achieving financial freedom that would also allow her more time with her kids.   Enter the Ivybrook Academy model.
  • Steady daytime hours of operation - 8:15 to 4:30
  • No transportation/busing of children
  • No lunches served
  • Professional teachers with 4-year teaching degrees
  • Progressive blended curriculum based on Reggio Emilia and Montessori methods
  • The facility is closed approximately 32 work days per year
  • When summer hours are involved, the facility closes by noon
We will assist you every step of the way on your journey through the franchising process. From helping you find the right location, developing the building plans, and going through construction to ordering your equipment and furniture, hiring staff, training and more, we will offer the support you need and deserve.
As part of the Ivybrook Academy franchise family, we’ll help you through developing, running, and owning your own Ivybrook Academy!