Tutor Doctor’s groundbreaking – and award-winning – Schools Delivery Programme is transforming the way franchisees grow their businesses. Launched in July 2023, the pilot scheme, spearheaded by established franchisees like Rob & Lynne Kerrison and Piyush & Smita Gupta, has been rolled out among the whole UK network, allowing Tutor Doctor franchisees to tap into a revolutionary new revenue stream – and kick off 2025 with considerable success under their respective belts.

By partnering with schools and local authorities, franchisees around the UK have seen remarkable success, not only helping them and their businesses thrive but also, importantly, reaching those students who need support the most.

Rob Kerrison, owner of Tutor Doctor Cambridge, has now worked with over 50 schools in his territory. “Having built lasting connections with the schools and local authority in my area over recent years, it was clear that the potential for real growth as a network was vast,” said Rob.

“When I started tapping into this new opportunity, Tutor Doctor gave me all the freedom I needed to explore it, which was invaluable. It may be unusual in franchising, but Tutor Doctor really listens to franchisee feedback. They recognised it was a new revenue stream with lots of potential and as they began developing the scheme for the wider network, we were in continuous contact to refine the approach.”

With 65% of his business now coming from Rob’s work with schools, he is not surprised about the success it has had on fellow franchisees’ businesses. “The Schools Delivery Programme has been revolutionary for the network – presenting the opportunity for business owners to achieve turnovers in excess of a million pounds. This is very much the current reality and is certainly a realistic goal for franchisees.”

Piyush and Smita Gupta, multi-territory owners of Tutor Doctor Peterborough and Huntingdon & Stamford, has also seen their business transformed by the Schools Delivery Programme. Since joining Tutor Doctor in 2016 and expanding in 2019, Piyush and Smita has always been keen to explore new opportunities, and like Rob, they quickly saw the immense potential in working with schools and local authorities.

“We all recognised that schools were the way to go,” says Piyush. “We approached Tutor Doctor with our ideas, and it was refreshing to see them give us the freedom to explore this opportunity while also developing the business model so that the whole network had the backing to confidently deliver the same service. They trusted our instincts and built something truly impactful.”

In just two years, Piyush and Smita’s turnover has trebled, and the rewards go far beyond financial success. “Tapping into schools has allowed my whole family to work in the business. After a corporate career, having the chance to work on something much more meaningful has been incredibly rewarding. It’s a great feeling to know we’re making a real difference to students who need our help.”

With the scheme now firmly established, Piyush is proud to see other franchisees across the UK benefiting from the same opportunities. The programme has proven to be a win-win, helping Tutor Doctor franchisees thrive while supporting local communities in a significant and lasting way.

Mark Szpak, Vice President of Field Operations at Tutor Doctor, credits the success of the Schools Delivery Programme to the innovation and initiative of franchisees like Rob and Piyush. “Thanks to their vision and hard work, we were able to develop and formalise the scheme for the entire network.

“Today, around two-thirds (66%) of our work comes through those partnerships with schools and local authorities, delivering outstanding results for everyone involved.”

To ensure the programme’s success nationwide, Tutor Doctor implemented robust systems and processes, including the creation of a dedicated taskforce to provide support and guidance to franchisees. “We’ve built a strong foundation so franchisees can make the most of the programme,” explains Mark. “It’s been incredible to see such growth for their businesses and, echoing what Rob and Piyush have said, to know we’re helping so many students who really need our support.”

Unsurprisingly, Tutor Doctor continues to be the fastest-growing in-home and in-school tutoring brand globally. Franchisees oversee a team of tutors and work closely with families to identify students’ needs for a personalised learning experience. As successful business owners central to the local community, franchisees support children to reach their potential and positively impact their lives. Tutors can visit students at their homes, engage with them one-to-one through online platforms and now, thanks to the award-winning School Delivery Programme, they are also able to support the most hard-to-reach children in out-of-home locations.

To find out more about Tutor Doctor’s award-winning franchise model and how you can make a difference to the lives of local students, visit https://www.tutordoctorfranchise.com/uk