Mathnasium®
What Is Mathnasium?
Mathnasium is a franchise for the operation of learning centers that provide math instruction to children using the Mathnasium Method. Centers operate as brick-and-mortar facilities open to the public at least five days a week during after-school hours, with children typically attending twice a week for about 60 minutes per session. The business serves individual consumers (B2C), primarily parents enrolling children, and the core service bundle centers on the Mathnasium Method—diagnostics to identify learning needs, customized learning plans, live instruction, and worksheets for ages 4–17.
Mathnasium Franchise: Pros and Cons
With 999 total outlets (995 franchised), this children's services franchise offers substantial scale, brand recognition and a mature franchised operating model to plug into, but it also carries notable regulatory risk—three government penalties/orders—which is well above typical and could increase oversight and operator remediation needs.
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
The Facts: Affiliates settled government actions over franchise no‑poaching provisions—removed or no longer enforced—and a consent order resolving credential‑stuffing data breaches (DBI paid $650,000 and agreed to enhanced security). Settlements were resolved via agreement without admission of liability. The Advice: Review post‑termination and employee solicitation clauses, data‑security and breach‑notice obligations, indemnities, and ensure adequate cyber insurance and documented compliance timelines.
Territory Protection
Grants a protected operating area; franchisor won't place other physical units. Franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce and alternative channels, use different trademarks and retail/alternative venues, acquire/convert units and develop additional units in the surrounding market; protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas and franchisee has site-specific relocation rights.
Training & Support
Mathnasium provides an extensive 141-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two initial staff members for launch through a combination of classroom and remote instruction. On-site launch assistance is not provided; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses associated with training and implementation.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Mathnasium Franchise?
Opening a Mathnasium franchise requires a total initial investment of $90,436 to $127,116, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.
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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Mathnasium franchise?
The total initial investment for a Mathnasium franchise ranges from $90,436 to $127,116, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.
What is the Mathnasium initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee for Mathnasium is $49,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.
Does Mathnasium have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?
Mathnasium received a legal risk score of 78 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The Facts: Affiliates settled government actions over franchise no‑poaching provisions—removed or no longer enforced—and a consent order resolving credential‑stuffing data breaches (DBI paid $650,000 and agreed to enhanced security).
Does Mathnasium offer exclusive franchise territories?
Mathnasium received a territory protection score of 45 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area; franchisor won't place other physical units.
What training does Mathnasium provide to new franchisees?
Mathnasium received a training and support score of 80 out of 100. Mathnasium provides an extensive 141-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two initial staff members for launch through a combination of classroom and remote instruction.
How many Mathnasium franchise locations are there?
Mathnasium had 999 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
What type of business is Mathnasium?
Mathnasium is a franchise for the operation of learning centers that provide math instruction to children using the Mathnasium Method.
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