As virtual learning trends continue into 2021, many families have found their children falling behind as in-person education becomes a rare commodity. 

As a result, supplemental childhood education and tutoring programs have seen substantial growth over the last year. For those looking into new franchise opportunities, the childhood education industry is poised for continued growth. 

Here are 10 of our favorite child education franchises for 2021: 

LightBridge Academy

Sylvan Learning

IDEA Lab Kids

Huntington Learning Center

  • Startup costs: $133,000-$277,000
  • Units: 302

Kumon Math & Reading Centers

  • Startup costs: $74,000-$157,000
  • Units: 26,365

Mad Science Group Inc.

  • Startup costs: $74,000-$110,000
  • Units: 139

Mathnasium* Learning Centers

  • Startup costs: $113,000-$149,000
  • Units: 1,074

The Goddard School

  • Startup costs: $696,000-$864,000
  • Units: 538

The Learning Experience

  • Startup costs: $106,000-$180,000
  • Units: 98

The Tutor Doctor

  • Startup costs: $84,000-$129,000
  • Units: 686

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