Kumon Math & Reading Centers Franchise News

World's Largest After-School Enrichment Program Looks to Further Expand in Central Region of the US
TEANECK, N.J., May 8, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an economic climate where most businesses are scaling back or closing down completely, many business owners are learning the hard way what consumers consider disposable. Luckily for Kumon and other companies in the $5 billion tutoring industry, education isn't one of them.
According to the Education Industry Association, supplemental education continues to be one of the fastest-growing franchise segments. At the forefront of this growth, Kumon, the world's largest after-school enrichment program specializing in math and reading for students ranging from preschool to high school, recently announced expansion plans to further position itself as the segment leader...

Children Create Poems for the Chance to win $500 and Trip to NYC
April 18, 2012 // Franchising.com // TEANECK, N.J. — Kumon has launched its first ever children’s poetry contest on Facebook. Students, 18 and under, across North America are invited to write an original poem in celebration of Earth Day. The six students whose poems receive the most votes win an all-expense-paid trip to New York City and a private lunch with Kumon North America’s president, Akira Hamanaka, at the company’s headquarters. Parents must submit their children’s original poetry beginning April 17 through May 4, 2012 at: www.facebook.com/kumon.
“Children are very perceptive of colors, sounds and feelings in nature. Kumon wants to encourage children to use their creativity and imagination to interpret the environment through poetry,” said vice president of Kumon University, Matthew Lupsha, who leads Kumon North America’s Green Initiative...

TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kumon, the world’s largest after-school math and reading enrichment company, earned the No. 1 tutoring ranking by Entrepreneur magazine’s 2012 Franchise 500 issue for the 11th consecutive year. The company exceeded industry expectations, growing by 13 percent in the past year and surpassing an enrollment milestone of 336,000 students.
“Our leadership position in the industry is as a result of our highly dedicated franchisees. We are extremely proud of their role in helping North American children experience the benefits of self-learning,” said chief operating officer, Savio Rebelo of Kumon North America. “After 54 years, Kumon is a time-tested learning method to help children reach their maximum potential...

World’s Largest After-School Program Seeks Entrepreneurs to Open Centers in Chicago, St. Louis, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, San Antonio and Minneapolis/St. Paul
TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kumon, the world’s largest after-school enrichment program, launched expansion plans to meet the Midwest and Southern U.S. region’s growing demand for supplemental education services. Opportunities for potential franchisees to open Kumon Centers have doubled in prime Midwest and Southern locations as a result of more parents seeking academic support. Kumon is offering attractive business incentives to new franchisees who want to open in the following fast-growing markets:
“In the last year, we tripled our center openings in Minneapolis to fill this demand and we’re still seeking qualified candidates”

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TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kumon North America, the world’s largest after-school education company, announces the appointment of Savio Rebelo to chief operating officer. Mr. Rebelo was the former Northeast general manager and is the youngest senior executive in Kumon North America. In his new role, Mr. Rebelo is responsible for the U.S. operations consisting of 1,300 franchise units.
“In the next few months, I plan to set the stage for new growth opportunities in 2012”
"Savio has made enormous contributions to Kumon since he joined the organization in 2003," said Akira Hamanaka, president of Kumon North America. "Under his direction, the Northeast region broke a 17-year growth record, and I am confident he can replicate that success across all regions...

Business Opportunities in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York & Pennsylvania
TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kumon, the world’s largest after-school math and reading enrichment program, seeks franchisees to open learning centers in prime northeast markets. The new business opportunities in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and Pennsylvania are in cities where parents are seeking academic enrichment for their children. Kumon grew by 18 percent this year, as parents continue to make their children’s education a top priority. In the United States, more than 86 percent of new families enrolled in Kumon Math and Reading Centers for enrichment.
“Parents place a high priority on their children’s academic success, and we have prime locations in these new markets”
Kumon offers attractive business incentives in these fast-growing regions:
Franchise Openings by State and County

Connecticut: New Haven, Hartford, Litchfield
Massachusetts: Norfolk, Middlesex, Suffolk
New York: Nassau, Suffolk
Pennsylvania: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Montgomery
Rhode Island: Providence

“If you have an entrepreneurial drive and desire to work in the rewarding field of education, we’d like to meet with you,” said Thomas Kuczek, franchise recruiter for Kumon North America...

World's Largest After-School Program Seeks Entrepreneurs to Open Centers in Columbia, Charleston and Greenville TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kumon, the world's largest after-school enrichment program, launched aggressive expansion plans to meet South Carolina's growing demand for supplemental education services. The company is opening four new centers before the end of the year in Lexington, Taylors, Aiken and Myrtle Beach. Kumon is offering attractive business incentives to new franchisees who want to open in the following fast-growing markets:

"Columbia, Charleston and Greenville are markets where parents place a high priority on their children's academic success, and we have choice openings to fill to meet this demand." Columbia, South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina Greenville, South Carolina "We're recruiting candidates with an entrepreneurial drive and desire to work in the rewarding field of education," said Joseph Nativo, chief financial officer, Kumon North America...

Local Entrepreneur Brings Passion for Education to Community MIRAMAR, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment program opened a new center in Miramar, located at Shoppes at SilverIsles Plaza- 16233 Miramar Pkwy. The mayor of Miramar, Lori Moseley, joined Kumon Instructor Leena Basnyet and the Chamber of Commerce of Miramar and Pembroke Pines on June 4th for the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Event.

"At Kumon, we believe children have unlimited potential to succeed," said owner, Ms. Basnyet. She adds, "Our goal is to help each child develop strong academic skills, a love of learning and the confidence to excel beyond the classroom."

Kumon's individualized approach helps children progress by ability rather than age or grade...

Local Entrepreneur Brings Passion for Education to Community GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment program, opens a new center in Greenwood Village. The public is invited to attend the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce's Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting event and a parent information session on Tuesday, June 14th, at 11:00 a.m.

"At Kumon, we believe that every child has the potential to be successful," said Dr. Salim Lakhani, owner of the new Kumon Center in Greenwood Village. "My aim is to help my students to acquire strong academic skills and confidence to excel beyond the classroom."

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Entrepreneurs Bring Passion for Education to Community NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment program, opens a new center in Astoria, New York, at 32-78 48th St. Kumon Instructors and co-owners, Yogita Bisram and Jigisha Shah, invite the public to attend the Grand Opening of their new business, Kumon of Astoria-South Center, on Saturday, June 4, 2011, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

"At Kumon, we believe children have unlimited potential to succeed," said co-owner, Ms. Bisram. Co-owner, Ms. Shah adds, "Our goal is to help each child develop strong academic skills, a love of learning and the confidence to excel beyond the classroom."

Kumon's individualized approach helps children progress by ability rather than age or grade...

Registration for April 15th Franchise Seminar Opens to the Public HOUSTON --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment company, seeks candidates to join its fast-growing franchise system of 45 centers in Houston which grew by 12 percent last year. Candidates who register for the April 15th franchise seminar in Houston are eligible for up to $27,500 in business incentives.

"Our small business owners find the education industry financially and personally rewarding," said Dawn Bledsoe, Houston branch manager. "Our franchisees are passionate about education and helping students excel through our ability-based learning."

Since 2000, Kumon has doubled the number of Houston franchises, and achieved a record-breaking enrollment of 14,000 students in Houston...

Franchise Seeks Candidates for Attractive Education Business TEANECK, N.J. (March 31, 2011) /PRNewswire/ — Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment company, seeks franchise candidates in the Northwest, Southwest, Central, Southeast, Central East and Hawaii to support the boom in student enrollment. Qualified candidates who apply before the May 2 deadline are eligible for up to $27,500 in business incentives.

The tutoring industry weathered the recession and is thriving as more families invest in education. Kumon exceeded industry norms, surpassing 300,000 enrolled students last month, capping a 12 percent growth in North America and setting a new company milestone in North America.

"Kumon small business owners find the education industry financially and personally satisfying," said Hideki Kusuzawa, president of Kumon North America...

Tutoring Franchise Grows by 12 percent in North America TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment company, grew to 310,034 students in February 2011, capping 12 percent growth in North America in the first two months of the year. The ability-based learning program helps children develop strong academic skills, confidence and a love of learning.

"Parents are investing in education and making their child's development their first priority," said Kumon North America president, Hideki Kusuzawa. "As the need for enrichment grows, Kumon is an attractive business for professionals seeking rewarding careers in education."

Franchise openings are available across the country as the demand for ability-based learning increases...

Second Generation Entrepreneur Brings Passion for Education to Missoula MISSOULA, Mont.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school math and reading enrichment program, opens its first center in Montana at 105 SW Higgins Avenue in Missoula. Kumon's individualized approach helps children progress by ability rather than age or grade. In the U.S., 200,000 students from preschool to high school are developing advanced skills and confidence through Kumon's Method of learning.

In a recent report, "Teaching Math to the Talented," published in Education Next, Montana students rank No. 23 out of all the states and only 5.6% of its students are performing at advanced math levels - equivalent to students in Spain, Latvia and Russia...

After-School Program Unlocks the Potential of Children TEANECK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Kumon, the world's largest after-school education company, opens a historical museum in dedication of its late founder, Toru Kumon, on Wednesday, March 17th, at 10 a.m. at the Kumon North American headquarters in Teaneck, New Jersey. The Kumon University Museum documents the growth of the company in the United States and worldwide. Hundreds of educators and franchisees who contributed to Kumon's expansion will participate in the opening ceremony.

"Kumon was founded by a father's desire to help his son, and the pioneers who brought Kumon to North America were also driven to nurture their children and those in the community to reach their full potential through the Kumon Method of Learning," said Mr...

Parents Continue to Invest in Education January 07, 2010 // Franchising.com // TEANECK, N.J. – Kumon, the world's largest after-school education company, ranks No. 1 in the tutoring category in Entrepreneur magazine's annual Franchise 500 list for the ninth consecutive year. The company attracts entrepreneurs with a desire to help children unlock their full potential so they can achieve more on their own. Kumon plans to open 200 new centers across the country this year.

The need is great. In middle-income neighborhoods, the ratio of books per child is 13 to one, while in low-income neighborhoods, the ratio is one age-appropriate book for every 300 children.

"The ability to read is an essential life skill." says Dr...

Donate a Book; Help a Child TEANECK, N.J. – Across the country, thousands of Kumon Math and Reading Center students are collecting new and gently-used children's books for schools and non-profit children's organizations in honor of National Book Month. The public is welcome to join the book drive by donating books to the 115 participating centers throughout October.

The need is great. In middle-income neighborhoods, the ratio of books per child is 13 to one, while in low-income neighborhoods, the ratio is one age-appropriate book for every 300 children.

"The ability to read is an essential life skill." says Dr. Mary Mokris, education specialist for Kumon. "Access to books is critical to helping children learn to read and for continuing their development by reading to learn...

July 01, 2009 // Franchising.com // Teaneck, N.J. – Kumon, the world's largest after-school education company, promotes Hideki Kusuzawa to president of Kumon North America. Mr. Kusuzawa is responsible for overseeing operations of 1,600 franchises in the United States, Canada and Mexico and more than 500 employees in 20 North American cities.

"It's an honor to lead one of the most successful and influential Kumon markets, and I am humbled by the enormity of this responsibility," says Mr. Kusuzawa, president of Kumon North America.

For the past six-and-a-half years, Mr. Kusuzawa served as the executive vice president and lead the management team that doubled student enrollment in North America. This summer, he will travel to each branch office meeting with staff, franchisees and Kumon families...

Survey Finds Dads Active in Academics June 10, 2009 // Franchising.com // Teaneck, N.J. – Fathers believe helping their children excel in school is one of their primary roles according to a recent survey by Ipsos Public Affairs for Kumon Math and Reading Centers. As America prepares to celebrate Father's Day on June 21st, the survey finds today's dads are more active in their children's academic development compared to their own fathers.

A recent educational survey of more than 1,000 American parents with children ages five to 15 found that 50 percent of dads say they are the ones who most motivate their children to do their homework, indicating that dads feel they are as likely as moms to help with schoolwork. This is quite different from previous generations...

Tips for Parents to Help Children Develop Strong Reading Habits January 15, 2009 // Franchising.com // Teaneck, N.J. – Reading as a family activity is less important to U.S. and Canadian parents when compared to other listed activities according to a recent online survey.

"As U.S. literacy rates worsen, parents need to make daily reading a priority for themselves and their children. Our society cannot afford a generation that doesn't enjoy reading," says Dr. Mary Mokris, education specialist for Kumon Math and Reading Learning Centers. "Reading as a family drives home the need for literacy at every age."

The survey for Kumon, conducted by Harris Interactive found that activities such as playing outside, watching a movie and eating together were more important to today's families than reading together...