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ABOUT A+STUDENTS

A⁺Students is a multi-award winning leading Franchise in the Education sector offering Abacus & Mental Arithmetic training and application thereof in Mathematics. Operating from independent dedicated Branded outlets A⁺Students is the only institution which integrates the Ancient art of Abacus and Mental Arithmetic with School Mathematics and combined with the range of A⁺Play Maths products and games offers Internationally Recognized and proven results to its clients. 

The A⁺Students Franchise Opportunities include profitable business models ranging from single Franchise units to area licences as well as International Master Territory licences offering a high return on investment within a stable and Worldwide Growing Sector. The structured courses with various levels cater for students from 36 months and continue well into teenage years ensuring lasting knowledge and training imparted on the student but also longevity for the business. 

Courses offered by A⁺Students Branches are inclusive of: 
  • Mini Genius for 3 - 5 year olds,
  • Kids Genius for 5 - 8 year olds,
  • Young Genius for students 9+ and
  • Junior Genius for Grade 4 - 12 students at selected branches.
A⁺Students is powerful brain development! A⁺Students improves concentration and boosts self-confidence, improves intelligence and creates a love for Maths. 
  • Only A⁺Students offers Abacus (Soroban) Education combined with school mathematics. 
  • Only A⁺Students offers Abacus (Soroban) Education combined with A⁺Play Maths. 
  • Only A⁺Students offers Abacus (Soroban) Education combined with pure mathematics for students interested in participating in the Mental Maths World Cup annually held in Germany. 
  • Only A⁺Students offers the Junior Genius where the art of abacus and mental arithmetic is applied to Grade 4 - 12 Mathematics Curriculum. Combined with our A⁺Play Maths a rage of educational toys. 
Individual branches can be contacted for further information. 

Founder Marlene Mouton is a mathematics and science teacher who, while witnessing how many matric students were struggling with various concepts, was inspired by a program which showed Japanese children as young as five doing amazing sums by mentally adding, subtracting dividing and multiplying large numbers in seconds. Recognising the potential for this service/product in the local market Marlene brought the basic system to South Africa then set about developing the model to suit local needs.

Previously known as C Maths South Africa, the concept was launched in 2006 and rebranded to A⁺Students in 2013. Since its inception the franchise has grown to 130 franchises with 640 teaching venues across the country and the drive to expand the brand throughout South Africa’s major cities and small towns continue. To date over 40 000 students have enrolled for the courses.   

The franchise will soon be opening in Australia has also been registered in the United Kingdom, and master licences are available worldwide.

Marlene Mouton
Marlene Mouton

MEET THE TEAM

Marlene Mouton — Founder & Chairperson

Marlene studied Bsc.ED and is a qualified and experienced high school mathematics and science teacher and founder of the A⁺Students concept. Marlene redeveloped the courses to suit the needs of the local environment and aligned the programme with the national curriculum. In addition to authoring all the course material and books, she also developed a range of Play Maths products unique to A⁺Students. Marlene also serves as the Chairperson of PAMA SA (Pan Pacific Abacus & Mental Arithmetic Association), a non-profit affiliated company which oversees the international standards of exams and participation in international competitions.

OUR CULTURE & VALUES

We are a professional yet family-orientated organisation. We espouse honesty and high moral ethics and standards; we deliver excellence and success whilst celebrating achievements and results.

OUR FRANCHISE OFFERING


When purchasing an A⁺Students franchise you secure the rights to offer the A⁺Students programme in a specific area. Franchisees are required to open a branch in a strip mall, office block or other suitable venues and reach out to their market from this central point. Franchisees may also in addition operate from schools, creches, preschools or church halls, and may further expand their business by employing additional teachers and opening additional permanent teaching venues or purchasing additional areas.

As the market leaders in our area, joining the A+ Network is an ideal opportunity for those with entrepreneurial spirit looking to exit the corporate world or formal teaching environment or even a stay at home mom looking for business opportunity. A⁺Students is a profitable and sellable business opportunity with a long-term future that delivers a strong return on investment. The combined A+ Network turnover is estimated to be approaching R100-million per annum and franchisees benefit from the extensive support provided by the franchisor. 

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

A⁺Students is a Japanese method of education that teaches young children to solve complex arithmetic problems by playing with educational toys like to Soroban and the A+ Play Maths range of educational toys. Our approach is ‘learning through play’ and our lessons are interactive, physical and fun. While the programme aims to foster a love for Maths, it also helps children to develop their left and right brain capabilities and heightens their skill level in various learning areas, like comprehension, concentration, creativity, problem-solving and the ability to listen and pay attention. Our programmes are aligned with the STEM educational approach which places an emphasis on fostering skills in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Children enrolled with A+Students benefit from the following:
  1. Increased IQ
  2. A boost in self-confidence  
  3. Greater mental and memory capacity 
  4. Improved concentration and listening skills 
  5. Fosters a love for maths 
  6. Enhances problem solving ability and creativity
  7. Advances gross and fine motor skills 
  8. Cultivates time sense
  9. Develops speedwriting skills
  10. Improves photographic memory 
  11. Promotes intuitive thinking

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

At A+Students we believe that learning starts with play. Children as young as two and a half years learn how to solve complex arithmetic problems by playing with the soroban (abacus) and our A+Play Maths range of educational toys. Our ‘learn through play’ approach means lessons are interactive, physical and fun. Classes start with Brain Gym, which promotes left and right brain integration, boosts energy and is excellent for midline crossing, followed by flash cards and speed writing. Students use a big soroban to familiarize themselves with the concept and practice finger exercises on the soroban to refine their motor skills. This approach moves learning from the abstract to the concrete and helps the learners to grasp the notions of adding and subtracting, after which they will be able to step-up the numbers they are dealing with.

Classes include Mini Genius for ages 3+, Kids Genius and Play Maths for ages 5+ and Junior Genius for Grade 4-10. The maximum class size is seven learners and classes are 45, 60 or 90 minutes long.

MARKET TRENDS & TARGET MARKET

Across the globe extra-curricular education is a growing industry and this trend translates into the local market as well. A⁺Students target market includes all parents with children from 2½ years old. A⁺Students is the only institution which integrates the ancient art of Abacus and Mental Arithmetic with School Mathematics combined with our A+ Play Maths range of products and games making us Unique in the Educational Sector.

BECOME A FRANCHISEE

A+Students is an ideal prospect for opportunity seekers looking to exit the formal teaching or corporate sectors and will also suit passionate candidates who love children and want to provide and better educational future. While prior teaching experience is not a prerequisite, it will be advantageous. Franchisees must have basic financial acumen and the skills to motivate a team, manage sales personnel and see to the administrative duties of the business. Franchisees must be willing to market the business to schools in the surrounding areas.  

ESTABLISHMENT COSTS

Establishment cost:
From R75 000 (Dependent on site/venue)
Joining fee:
R195 000 ex vat (Includes all admin costs pertaining to the franchise, agreement costs, full training including the teachers kit, the rights to an area and up to R65 000 worth of signage and branding for the outlet.)
Working capital:
R50 000
Total set-up cost:
From R300 000
Total set-up cost = Establishment cost + Joining fee + Working capital
Own cash contribution requirement:
50%

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Typical locations for a branch include strip malls, shopping- and lifestyle centres or other suitable venues where the franchisee is in control of their work environment. The venues are located in highly visible, convenient and safe areas.

STAFFING REQUIREMENTS

At the outset the franchise will be a one-man operation but each outlet will typically employ one to two teachers and possibly a sales assistant.

TRAINING

The initial training takes place over a 14-day period at the Johannesburg head office and must be completed before you launch your franchise. Ongoing advanced training is offered throughout the year to upgrade the skill level of all teachers, the partial cost of which is covered though the franchise fee and royalties.

FRANCHISOR SUPPORT

Franchisees receive comprehensive support including initial and mandatory ongoing training to ensure teachers and franchisees develop and reach the highest possible level of competence. The A+ Head Office also provides full design and marketing services, operational support, and evaluations including teacher moderations. All teaching materials and retail products are available from the Head Office and appointed suppliers.

AVAILABLE LOCATIONS

There are currently opportunities available nationwide, especially in the KwaZulu-Natal area.

TERMS OF AGREEMENT

Agreement term
5 Years
Management services / royalty fee
R2500 or 25% of turnover per month whichever is greater
Marketing fee
None

COMPANY INFORMATION

Registered name
A Plus Students (Pty) Ltd
Registration number
2014/074214/07
Head office address
Building B Willovale Office Park, 15 Van Hoof Street, Ruimsig, Johannesburg
Postal address
PO Box 2456, Ruimsig, 1732
Phone
Shareholding
A+Students is wholly owned by the parent company A Plus Holdings (Pty) Ltd of which Marlene Mouton is the sole shareholder.

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS & ACCOLADES

A⁺Students hosted the 2017 Annual National PAMA Global Competition with 17 countries attending. Through their association with the Pan Pacific Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Association (PAMA) also participate on an international level and an A⁺Students achieved 2nd place at the Mental Maths World Cup in Germany in 2018. 

A⁺Students is a multi-award winning Franchise whose results are showcases by its students who are regularly awarded Bronze, Silver, Gold, Champion and Champion of Champion trophies around the globe. A⁺Students also recently received the MEA Business Excellence Award for the Best Maths Education Company in Africa 2019 and the award for Innovation in Mental Arithmetic Training 2019.
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