Global Franchise Issue 10.1

Scholars Education is renowned for helping students unlock their academic potential while empowering franchisees to build rewarding, purpose-driven businesses. With a proven model, hands-on support, and big plans for global growth, this Canadian-born brand is redefining what success in education franchising looks like Scholars has been supporting student success and empowering franchisees since it established in 1999 in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The franchise has since expanded to approximately 88 locations with plans to expand to over 100 by the end of 2025, both in Canada and further afield. Scholars is deeply committed to equipping franchisees with the support they need to thrive through a franchise model designed to be straightforward, scalable, and supportive. Franchisees begin their journey at Scholars University , where they receive in-depth, hands-on training in all aspects of the business including day-to-day operations, sales, marketing, human resources, and curriculum delivery. But the learning doesn’t stop there. Scholars cultivates a dynamic culture of ongoing professional growth, sharing best practices and updates through weekly newsletters, monthly expert-led webinars, and an active peer network built on collaboration, closeness, and shared success. “Owning two Scholars locations has been an incredible journey,” says Mark, a franchisee in Calgary. “The franchise system provides strong support, from training to operations, allowing me to focus on helping students succeed. The proven curriculum and brand reputation give me confidence, and the franchisee network offers a valuable community.” At Scholars, every franchisee is paired with a dedicated, approachable HQ teammember who offers direct support through regular touchpoints. Franchisees also contribute to the long-term evolution of the brand through the Franchise Advisory Council, which meets quarterly to discuss improvements in all aspects of the business, including programming, marketing, and operations. This spirit of collaboration and support is core to the Scholars brand. As they continue to grow across North America and prepare for international expansion, they remain focused on building genuine, lasting partnerships with franchisees who are passionate about learning and leadership. “After five years of operating two Scholars centers, it has been one of the best decisions I’ve made,” says Annalisa, a Scholars franchisee inToronto and Canada’s 2023 Franchisee of theYear Award winner. “Head Office support, ongoing training, and curriculum enhancements keep us ahead of industry trends.” Franchisees join Scholars not just to start a business, but to be part of something bigger. The Scholars network is driven by purpose, powered by a proven model, and backed by a brand that’s trusted by families across North America. Scholars CEOMatt Baxter sums it up well: “At Scholars, we don’t just believe in helping students reach their potential, we believe in helping franchisees do the same.” I N V E S T E D I N S U C C E S S Scholars Education Investment: $100,000 USD Established: 1999 Number of outlets: 88 Contact: matt@scholarsed.com Scholars Education For over 25 years, Scholars has empowered students to improve their grades, build confidence, and unlock their full potential through research-driven tutoring solutions. With just two personalized lessons per week, the average Scholars student achieves an impressive full-grade level improvement after just 40 hours of learning. But the success of the business goes far beyond the classroom – Scholars offers a compelling opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to make a meaningful difference in their communities. 18 GLOBAL FRANCHISE Issue 10.1 50 high-support f ranchi sors | PARTNER CONTENT