Sylvan Learning Expansion

Bronx, NY — Sylvan Learning, a leading provider of supplemental and enrichment education for students in grades K-12 with more than 710 points of presence worldwide, is now expanding its footprint to the Bronx with the signing of Juliet Duggins, a former public school educator. This new signing brings the leading technology and education franchise statewide count to 16, with an opportunity to add more than 30 locations in New York.

At the start of the pandemic, Duggins was working as a public school educator. When her school transitioned to remote learning, she and her family decided to go to North Carolina for an extended visit with friends. While that school system was also closed down, the local Sylvan Learning was open.

Duggins immediately saw the impact that in-person education resources had on her own children and knew then that it was something needed in the Bronx. Duggins had felt a distinct responsibility to the parents of her students, coupled with the lack of guidance from the administration, the larger school district had made her apprehensive about returning to the classroom. Still passionate about education and supporting children through this difficult time, Duggins will open a Sylvan Learning in the Northeast Bronx including Allerton, Baychester, Bronxdale, City Island, Co-Op City, Eastchester, Edenwald, Pelham Gardens, Pelham Parkway, Wakefield and Williamsbridge.

“I knew nothing about franchising,” Duggins said. “I didn’t know what it was going to cost, but I didn’t care about any of those things. I just knew this is what I need to be doing.”

For more than 40 years, Sylvan Learning has been focused on building academic confidence, igniting intellectual curiosity and inspiring a love for learning — all of which make a big impact in school and in life. Since its founding in 1979, Sylvan Learning has become the leading supplemental and enrichment education franchise in North America thanks to its mission-driven philosophy, educational technology, community-oriented approach, proven results and strong franchisee support infrastructure.

“Duggins will be able to make a difference in their community by bringing Sylvan Learning to the families of the Bronx,” said Sylvan CEO John McAuliffe. “The Sylvan Learning system is stronger, more nimble and more united than ever. We have ramped up our already-strong training for instruction, local marketing and technology for our franchise owners and expanded our reach for families and students. There is more demand for our services than ever, and we are excited to continue partnering with qualified franchisees to bring Sylvan Learning to new areas across the country.”

With more than 40 years of experience and more than 710 points of presence, Sylvan Learning is the leading provider of personal learning for students in grades K-12. Sylvan is transforming how students learn, inspiring them to succeed in school and in life. Sylvan’s proven tutoring approach blends amazing teachers with SylvanSync™ technology on the iPad® for an engaging learning experience.

Sylvan also leads the way with Sylvan EDGE — STEM and accelerated courses and Sylvan Prep — college and test prep courses. Sylvan supports families through every stage of the academic journey. Sylvan is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franchise Group, Inc.