KUMON
FRANCHISE
Build a business around the one thing
you care about most:
HELPING CHILDREN GROW!
Own and operate a Kumon Centre full-time, with training, materials, and ongoing support from an education brand trusted by families in Malaysia for over 30 years.
YEARS
in Malaysia
Centres Nationwide
Students Worldwide
GLOBAL
Franchise Network
Basic applicant profile
For Malaysian citizens aged 25-45 with a Bachelor’s Degree, full-time commitment, and approximately
RM100,000-RM150,000 initial capital.
NOT A JOB APPLICATION.
NOT A PASSIVE INVESTMENT.
A centre of your own – built around children, learning, and long-term purpose!
Your Future Centre.
A centre of your own.
A FUTURE BUILT AROUND LEARNING
Run a Kumon Centre where students are guided step by step, parents feel supported, and learning becomes part of the community
Run your own
Kumon Centre
Guide students
step by step
Receive structured support
Build meaningful
long-term work
Why this matters
Kumon gives you a structured path to turn your passion for education into a full-time business.
What is a Kumon Franchise?
THREE ROLES
ONE MEANINGFUL BUSINESS
As a Kumon Franchisee, you own and operate your centre full-time while guiding students through the Kumon Method.
Role 1
BUSINESS OWNER
Operate your own Kumon Centre, manage day-to-day operations, lead your team, and grow a learning business in your chosen community
Role 2
KUMON INSTRUCTOR
Guide students step by step, observe their progress, and help them build confidence, discipline, and self-learning ability.
Role 3
COMMUNITY BUILDER
Create a trusted learning space for families nearby – a centre where children are supported, parents feel assured, and progress is built over time.
UNDERSTAND KUMON FRANCHISING
BEFORE YOU DECIDE!
Watch selected videos to learn about the Kumon Method, the role of a Franchisee-Instructor, and the support provided by Kumon Malaysia
Franchise Overview
What It Means to Own a
Kumon Centre
A short introduction to the franchise opportunity, owner role, and full-time commitment required.
Learning Method
The Kumon Method in Action
See how students progress step by step through ability-based learning and daily practice.
Support & Training
Support for Franchisees
Learn about training, centre set-up guidance, field support, and the journey towards opening a centre.
Why Kumon?
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO
START FROM ZERO
Many people want to enter the education business. Kumon gives you the method, materials, training, and support to begin with greater clarity.
STARTING FROM
ZERO
Create your own syllabus and worksheets
Build your own learning system from scratch
Figure out centre operations on your own
Build brand trust yourself
Test what works through trial and error
STARTING WITH
KUMON
Established learning method
Structured worksheets and materials
Proven centre model and guidance
Recognised education brand
Ongoing training and support
VS
Recognition & Accolades
RECOGNISED
PROVEN . TRUSTED
A franchise opportunity backed by real recognition, category leadership, and long-standing trust.
Local Recognition
Largest Mathematics & English Enrichment Centre in Malaysia
Malaysia
Track Record
Years in Malaysia
Category Leadership
No. 1 in Category
Franchise Ranking
No. 5 Overall
BUILD WITH CONFIDENCE
Choose a franchise brand families already recognise - with a method, network, and reputation built over decades.
This may be for you
THIS MAY BE
your right next step
You want to own and operate a business
You care deeply about children’s education
You enjoy working with children and parents
You are ready to commit full-time
You meet the education and citizenship criteria
You are financially prepared to invest
This is not for you if…
THIS MAY NOT BE
the right fit
You are looking for a job application
You want part-time work only
You want side income with minimal involvement
You want a passive investment
You want someone else to manage the centre
You want fast returns without hands-on commitment
Self-Check
CHECK IF YOU ARE
READY TO TAKE THE
NEXT STEP!
Before you register, review the basic requirements for becoming a Kumon Franchisee.
Malaysian
citizen
Malaysian
citizen
Comfortable as
owner + instructor
Comfortable as
owner + instructor
Age
25–45
Age
25–45
Ready to follow a
structured system
Ready to follow a
structured system
Bachelor’s
Degree
Bachelor’s
Degree
RM100k–RM150k capital
RM100k–RM150k capital
Full-time
commitment
Full-time
commitment
Enjoy working
with children
Enjoy working
with children
IF MOST OF THESE DESCRIBE YOU REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TODAY!
The Kumon team will review your submission and guide qualified applicants through the next step.
Support From Kumon
SUPPORT AT EVERY STAGE OF
YOUR JOURNEY
From set-up to centre operations, Kumon provides structured support to help franchisees open and operate with confidence.
PROFESSIONAL
SUPPORT
Centre set-up guidance and operating standards.
BUSINESS
SUPPORT
Planning, operations, and local business support.
TRAINING
SUPPORT
Method, instruction, and centre management training.
FIELD TEAM
GUIDANCE
Ongoing advice, visits, and growth discussions.
Register Your Interest
START BY
REGISTERING
YOUR INTEREST
Share your details, preferred location, and reason for wanting to become a Kumon Franchise Owner.
Franchise Booklet
WANT THE
DETAILS
BEFORE YOU DECIDE?
Download the Kumon Franchise Booklet to understand the role, investment, support, and application journey.
KUMON FRANCHISE BOOKLET
Understand the role, investment, support, and application journey before you proceed.
Franchisee Stories
FRANCHISEE
STORIES
Hear why different franchisees chose Kumon, what support helped them, and what makes the journey meaningful.
Franchise Overview
I WANTED WORK THAT
MEANT SOMETHING
I WANTED WORK THAT
MEANT SOMETHING
Before
Career change
Why
Purpose
Now
Student growth
Running a centre allows me to see children grow in confidence, one worksheet at a time.
Kumon Franchisee
- Klang Valley -
Franchise Overview
THE SUPPORT MADE
THE JOURNEY CLEARER
THE SUPPORT MADE
THE JOURNEY CLEARER
Before
No teaching background
Why
Guidance
Now
Clarity
The training and field support helped me understand how to guide students and manage the centre step by step.
Kumon Franchisee
- Penang -
Franchise Overview
THE WORK IS DEMANDING,
BUT MEANINGFUL
THE WORK IS DEMANDING,
BUT MEANINGFUL
Before
Exploring options
Why
Long-term value
Now
Real impact
When parents tell you their child is more independent, you remember why you started.
Kumon Franchisee
- Klang Valley -
FAQs
QUESTIONS SERIOUS
APPLICANTS USUALLY ASK
Find clear answers about the role, commitment, investment, support, and application journey.
Is a Kumon Franchise the same as a teaching job?
No. It is a business ownership opportunity. The franchisee owns and operates the centre full-time and also serves as the Kumon Instructor
Can I own a Kumon Franchise but ask someone else to manage it?
No. This is not a passive investment model. Kumon Franchisees are expected to be actively involved in running their centres.
Can I work in another job while operating a Kumon Franchise?
No. Kumon Franchisees are required to commit full-time to operating their centres.
How much will it cost to set up a Kumon Franchise?
The estimated initial capital is approximately RM100,000–RM150,000, depending on location, rental, renovation, and other set-up requirements.
Do I need teaching experience?
Teaching experience can be helpful, but passion for children’s education, coachability, and full-time commitment are more important. Kumon provides training and guidance.
QUESTIONS SERIOUS
APPLICANTS USUALLY ASK
Find clear answers about the role, commitment, investment, support, and application journey.
READY TO BUILD
A CENTRE THAT
HELPS CHILDREN GROW?
If you are serious about education, ready to commit full-time, and financially prepared to start, register your interest today.
Your centre could be the place where a child learns to try again tomorrow