Direct English

About Direct English
The global market for English language services is estimated to be worth $15billion per year. The demand for English language training has never been higher, and neither have the potential profits to be made. Linguaphone Group has an extensive network of franchised partners around the world, offering adult English language courses via Direct English and children's English courses under the Pingu's English brand. We are always seeking successful strategic partners to join our global network of Master Franchisees. Whether you are an existing training or language provider, a well-established distributor in your market, or an entrepreneur looking for a new and rewarding business opportunity, we would like to hear from you. You can also contact us if you are interested in Unit Franchisee opportunities for a particular region of your country.

Adult Education & Training Opportunities

Below is a quick comparison of Direct English against other Full Service Restaurant franchises and business opportunities. For an in depth comparison of Direct English with another opportunity including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options click on the name of the company to view the detailed comparison.
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Franchise Fee
Royalty
Advertising Fee
Development Costs
25000 - 25000
75000 - 150000
40000 - 85000
Varies
4%
240000 - 495000
30000 - 60000
7% to 15%
50000 - 250000
25000 - 25000
42400 - 65500
261000 - 261000
20%
460000 - 1000000
40000 - 40000
7.50%
2%
150000 - 300000
0
$6667/year
22222 - 22222
30000 - 30000
15%
$30,000
30000 - 100000
6000 - 12500
3%-6%
12500 - 25000
32900 - 32900
8%
2%
45950 - 63450
0
10%
190000 - 999999
7500 - 7500
13300 - 16900
30000 - 30000
150000 - 300000
0
33000 - 45000
30000 - 30000
10%
85000 - 100000
10000 - 10000
10%
15000 - 15000
15000 - 15000
49000 - 54000
37000 - 37000
10%
58500 - 79700
22500 - 22500
$23-$33/subject/mo.
$1-$3/subj/mo
69500 - 115000
25000 - 25000
6%
2%
200000 - 200000
29000 - 29000
44100 - 64450
49900 - 49900
8%
5%Local+2%Nat'l
123650 - 183643
0
10%
4%
90000 - 130000
49900 - 49900
8%
3%
271500 - 494100
39500 - 39500
8%
2%
83800 - 149800
0
250000 - 250000
0
$4,300 Monthly
$470 Monthly
316900 - 598500
35000 - 35000
72200 - 100000
5000 - 7500
45000 - 65000
35000 - 35000
6%
200000 - 500000