Sylvan Learning Ranks on Entrepreneur’s 2022 Franchise 500

Entrepreneur’s annual list examines trends in the franchising industry. The 43rd annual Franchise 500 highlights the unprecedented challenges faced over the last two years and the resilience of the franchising industry. Brands are recognized for their outstanding performance in areas including financial strength and stability, unit growth, and brand power.

Those selected to be on the coveted list were evaluated for factors such as costs and fees, franchisee support, size and growth, brand strength and financial strength and stability.

“What’s really exciting about being on the Franchise 500 list is that we are a brand with more than 40 years of experience,” said John McAuliffe, Sylvan Learning’s CEO. “We just completed a record-breaking year of franchise sales which is a testament to how in need our services are as we are making a difference in the lives of students suffering from COVID induced learning loss. We are looking forward to bringing on more franchise partners who want to help kids get caught up in their communities.”

Sylvan Learning finished out 2021 with an impressive surge of growth, including 55 new franchise partners, 47 total centers awarded, 29 new openings and six existing-owner expansions for the year.