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Your Education Franchise News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in education franchising news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the education franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Education Franchise NewsNational Leader in Educational Child Care, Primrose Schools®, Makes New Jersey DebutPrimrose Schools (www.primroseschools.com), the nation’s leader in educational child care with more than 240 schools nationwide, will make its flagship entrance into New Jersey on Jan. 23 with the opening of the Primrose School of Warren. What Scares Students and Parents This Time of Year? No, Not Spiders, Witches, or Ghouls; It's AlgebraA recent survey by Kelton Research, conducted for Sylvan Learning, finds that most eighth and ninth graders consider Algebra to be their toughest, scariest, subject. Appleton Learning Names New Director of Franchise DevelopmentAppleton Learning, a private education organization and franchise that provides individualized tutoring, test preparation, academic testing and assessments for students of all ages, announces that Alissa Ramsay has been named director of franchise. Appleton Learning Gains Momentum With Multi-Unit Franchise AgreementAccording to Steve Caldeira, CEO of the International Franchising Association, in regards to successful businesses, franchising is doing better than most industries due to its proven business model with 40 percent growth over the past decade. Rainbow Academy Unwraps the Newest Addition to Its Lineup of Early Learning Centers in Time for the HolidaysA family-focused company that employs over 350 team members serving more than 1800 children through eleven centers across New Jersey in Bergen, Hunterdon, Middlesex, Morris, Monmouth and Union counties is proud to announce the opening of its newest... Primrose Schools® Reports Record Year for Franchise Sales, Signs Agreement for First California LocationIn a year when U.S. franchise companies continued to see restricted growth due to lack of access to credit and the prolonged effects of the recession, Primrose Schools awarded 36 new franchises and opened 18 schools in 2011.
Appleton Announces geniuStyle Platform that “Grants Schools Flexibility to Teach with Creativity”No one can appreciate that more than an entrepreneur from Huntsville, Alabama who believes it’s his calling to change the status quo of America’s school classrooms through innovative solutions his company, Appleton Learning, has been...
Young Rembrandts Named in Top 500 Franchises in the United StatesYoung Rembrandts, the nation’s top ranked art enrichment program, has been named one of the top 500 franchises in the United States, ranking No. 287 in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500®, No. 55 in Low Cost franchises and No. 87 in... School Of Rock Presents "Live Aid Remade" All Stars Summer 2010 U.S. TourWatch out U2! Step aside Roger Daltrey! Channeling the music and energy from one of rock music history's biggest concert events ever, comes the next generation of talented rockers emerging from the acclaimed SCHOOL OF ROCK music program. The nationwide... Huntington Learning Center Opens Franchise Opportunities to New York Metro MarketHuntington Learning Center, a leader in tutoring and supplemental learning services, recently announced it is making franchise opportunities available in the New York Metro market.
Brain Balance Children's Education Franchise and World Autism AwarenessApril is Autism Awareness month and as such Dr. Robert Melillo, founder of the Brain Balance Program, has been keeping busy ensuring that Autism is at the forefront of the media. The list below represents the first week of Dr. Melillo's appearances... Sylvan Learning Chosen By Forbes Magazine as One of "Top 20 Franchises to Start"Sylvan Learning, Inc., North America's most recognized provider of supplemental education, announced today it has been named one of the "Top 20 Franchises to Start" by Forbes Magazine. Forbes reviewed 100 of the best known franchise systems and developed Math Only Learning Center Arrives in New Hyde ParkMathnasium, a math-only learning center for children, has opened its newest location in New Hyde Park at 1003 Jericho Turnpike. Swim School Franchise Focuses on Survival of the LittlestWith drowning as the leading cause of death among children under five years old, British Swim School has spent the past 30 years putting a unique twist on traditional swimming classes. Record Attendance at 2010 Mathnasium Franchise ConventionBest practices, a next-generation information management system, a revamped web site and a targeted social media marketing strategy were hot topics at the Sixth Annual Mathnasium Franchise Convention, held this summer at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort
KidzArt Franchise Enters Philippine MarketplaceCelebrating Filipino creativity through art, drawing and imagination is one of the goals of the newest international KidzArt franchise.
Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive.
Huntington Learning Center Posts Record Growth During 2005The oldest national provider of franchised supplemental educational services, Huntington Learning Center, added 50 new franchised centers to its national network during 2005. This is the largest number of centers to be added in one single year, and the mo What Financial Crisis? Kiddie Academy Continues to Facilitate FinancingFinancing and small business loans are once again top of mind for franchisors as the credit crunch continues to impact many industries. Some franchisors are struggling to put additional resources in place to assist franchisees with finding loans, as point Computer Explorers: Why LEGO Robotics Help Kids LearnFour-year-olds start by building caterpillars with LEGO kits and inventing stories about them. Children's toys turn into sophisticated learning tools as older students build and automate machines and robots, using programming to boost engineering, math an Everyday Tips for Building Your Child's CharacterInstilling a strong sense of right and wrong in children is just as important as teaching them how to read and write. This plays a role in their interaction with other children and how they will behave in social and classroom settings. Even with an emphas School Of Rock Opens New Franchise Location In Music City!School of Rock is thrilled to announce the opening of a new location in Franklin, TN! Kiddie Academy Further Develops Relationship With TD-BankKiddie Academy Domestic Franchising is pleased to announce its continued small business financing relationship with TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank(R). As More Parents Enter the Workforce, the Need for Child Care Continues to RiseWhile some U.S. franchise businesses suffer due to current economic conditions, the child care industry continues to thrive. Kiddie Academy, the nation's third largest child care franchisor, has experienced steady growth during the past decade as more fam NEW GROWTH LEADS TO NEW HIRES(ORADELL, NJ) Following a year of unprecedented growth, Huntington Learning Center has welcomed two new professionals to its franchise development staff. School of Rock Franchise Experiences Domestic and International Growth as the Brand Leader in Music Education for KidsSCHOOL OF ROCK, the national brand leader in music education for kids, is offering a chance to live one's rock and roll dreams as a franchisee. Channeling the energy of rock & roll, the SCHOOL OF ROCK music program is available to entrepreneurs who...
Primrose Schools Makes Franchise Ownership Easier in Tough EconomyTo expedite franchise growth in communities where early childhood education options are limited, Primrose Schools, with more than 200 locations nationwide, announced it has launched two new incentives for prospective franchise candidates in the...
Club Z! Sets the Bar High for the Tutoring Industry!As the nation's largest in-home tutoring company, offering one-on-one instruction in all subjects pre-K through adult, it should come as no surprise that Club Z! is a top educational franchise opportunity. New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, Inc. granted VMware Authorized Training Center (VATC) StatusNew Horizons Computer Learning Centers has signed on with VMware to become a member of the VMware Authorized Training Center (VATC) program. Primrose Schools Enters Five New U.S. Markets, Prepares for West Coast Franchise ExpansionQuality early childhood education will be more accessible to families in major U.S. markets as Primrose Schools opens its first preschools in Chicago, New Jersey, Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Boston. KidzArt Continues International Expansion to Offer its Multi-Media Art Education Franchise in Singapore and BeyondKidzArt, the first international children's art education franchise company, today announced further global expansion with the opening of an area developer in Singapore.
Tutor Doctor Named Top Global FranchiseEntrepreneur magazine released its Franchise 500 list for 2011 naming Tutor Doctor as one of the Top Global Franchises. In its third consecutive year on the list, the one-on-one, in-home tutor service was also ranked as a Fastest Growing Franchise and a T CEO of Pearson USA School business, Peter Cohen, Joins Primrose Schools Board of DirectorsPrimrose Schools, the nation's leader in high quality educational child care, announced today that it has recruited Peter Cohen, the CEO of Pearson's U.S. School business and a highly respected and successful business leader in the field of education, to
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Features & Special ReportsCreating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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