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Ho Math Chess at Home

Math, chess, and puzzle learning programs

Investment

$1,000

Initial Franchise Fee

$1,000

Units

12

Growth Rate

-7%

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Overview

Industry Children's Businesses
Founded 1995
Franchising Since 2004
Parent Company Ho Math and Chess Learning Centre
Leadership Frank Ho, Director
# of Employees at HQ 4

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About Ho Math Chess at Home

Ho Math Chess at Home started in 1995 when Frank Ho, a math teacher in Canada, taught his son chess. Mr. Ho became fascinated by the relationship between math and chess and built his franchise to help others learn through his thoroughly researched system.

Ho Math Chess at Home started franchising its business model in 2004 to help educate students around the world. Ho Math Chess at Home offers tutoring in mathematics for children ages pre-kindergarten to 7th grade. 

Ho Math Chess at Home has locations in the United States, Canada, and other countries.

Why You Might Want To Start a Ho Math Chess at Home Franchise

A potential Ho Math Chess at Home franchisee should be someone who enjoys teaching young children and takes pleasure in seeing positive results. Franchisees need to enjoy math, chess, and children. Additionally, all franchisees must share the values that Ho Math Chess at Home upholds. 

Ho Math Chess at Home publishes its workbooks. The Ho Math Chess at Home workbooks have been tested in the classroom and proven to raise children's confidence and grades. Students have also shown improvement in critical thinking when practicing with the Ho Math Chess at Home methods. 

What Might Make a Ho Math Chess at Home Franchise a Good Choice?

At Ho Math Chess at Home, chess is fully integrated into the curriculum. Ho Math Chess at Home believes that learning should be fun, and the company has found a way to combine practical skills with an enjoyable game. Ho Math Chess at Home offers an innovative approach to teaching math that may consistently receive good reviews from its clients.

One advantage of Ho Math Chess at Home could be that it is a low-cost opportunity. A Ho Math Chess at Home franchisee can work from their own home, so no dedicated location is necessary. Additionally, a Ho Math Chess at Home can be run as a part-time business. Ho Math Chess at Home franchises also may offer the advantage of low franchise fees.

How To Open a Ho Math Chess at Home Franchise

To be part of the Ho Math Chess at Home team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include potential renewal fees.

As you decide if opening a Ho Math Chess at Home franchise is the right move for you, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if a Ho Math Chess at Home franchise would do well in your community. Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement with Ho Math Chess at Home, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you.

If awarded a Ho Math Chess at Home franchise, you will have access to a fully online training program along with ongoing support as you operate your location. 

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $1,000
Initial Investment $1,000
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Training & Support Programs

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Updated: December 12th, 2022