Kumon Australia & New Zealand

In recent years the trend of shopping and living locally has buoyed small businesses across Australia and New Zealand. According to Mccrindle, two in three Aussies (66%) say they value shopping locally more now than they did three years ago (1). If you are on the lookout for a business to operate in your local community, a Kumon franchise is the perfect fit. So, what is it about Kumon that our customers and franchisees love? **Trusted by the local community** Kumon franchisees support their local communities through nurturing students who can confidently pursue their own potential at school, and in life. Throughout their careers, Kumon franchisees help hundreds of students in their local communities become confident self-learners. Rekha Sekhon has operated the Kumon Banksia Grove Education Centre in WA since 2008. During that time, Rekha supported thousands of students in the local area to thrive. Rekha says, “I think the most rewarding aspect I have found is seeing the change in the students I have helped nurture over all these years, so they can realise their potential. The change I see in students as they progress through the Kumon Programme fills me with me a great sense of achievement and satisfaction”. Kumon franchisees tell us that supporting students is immensely rewarding. They build a presence in their communities as they get to know local families. In turn, local families come to know and trust them. **Effort determines success** Kumon provides you with an opportunity to build a small business, where the effort you put in is directly related to your success. Kumon franchisees build positive relationships within their communities each and every day. During each class, franchisees communicate with and establish connections with their students. Similar connections are built with students’ parents through consultations and regular contact regarding their child’s progress. When franchisees promote their Kumon centre, they build relationships with the wider community. Relationship building activities include participating in community events, corresponding with local schools, running business social media accounts, and advertising through local and regional media channels. As franchisees also hire assistants for their centre, this provides an opportunity to hire local staff and build relationships through the training and development of employees. In 2023, Kumon is celebrating 65 years as a global brand, and in 2024 will celebrate 40 years in Australia. With a 65-year legacy and millions of success stories worldwide, the Kumon method of learning is respected by local communities all around the world. Operating a Kumon franchise is the perfect opportunity for people who love working with children, their community, and who want to make a difference. If you’re unsure whether Kumon is the right fit for you, visit our website to read our article titled, ‘Who are we looking for?’ [Australia](https://www.kumoninstructors.com.au/Franchise/Who-Are-We-Looking-For) | [New Zealand](https://www.kumoninstructors.co.nz/Franchise/Who-Are-We-Looking-For). To view a full list of available locations, please visit: [Franchise locations Australia](https://www.kumoninstructors.com.au/Franchise/Available-Locations) | [Franchise locations New Zealand](https://www.kumoninstructors.co.nz/Franchise/Available-Locations). ##### (1) https://mccrindle.com.au/article/topic/demographics/australians-returning-to-a-local-lifestyle-and-what-it-means-for-businesses/

The value of local: operate a Kumon centre in your community