Franchising Having your own business was never so much fun! ► Fun and rewarding ► Profitable ► Flexible hours ► Strong support What is Computer Gym? Computer Gym teachers provide weekly computer-based lessons to pre-school children, at sites like childcare centres, pre-schools and homes. As a franchise owner, you'll build a weekly timetable of lessons, delivered either by you or teachers you employ. Learn more ► Business opportunities ► Franchising information ► Your next step Contact us PO Box 453 Gisborne VIC 3437 Phone 1300 766 736 info@computergym.com.au Highlight Education Pty. Ltd ABN 30 451 742 289   Franchises not currently available  Mar 11, 2010 Some areas around Australia operate Computer Gym under a franchise arrangement. Currently: we are not offering new franchises, there are no existing franchises for sale. Thanks for your interest in Computer Gym's franchise opportunities. You are welcome to contact us on 1300 766 736 to learn more. Welcome to our new franchise owner - Veronica  Mar 10, 2009 We're delighted to welcome our third franchisee, Veronica, who will commence operations in the North Sydney area in March. Veronica has taken advantage of the excellent terms and generous territories offered by Computer Gym, including a $80,000 first year income guarantee. Veronica starts in an area that already has existing business and is keen to quickly build her area and employ additional teachers. Franchise areas now available for 2009 start  Nov 2, 2008 Looking for a new start in 2009? Fantastic territories are now available in most capital cities. Many of these exclusive territories have existing Computer Gym customers. Combined with our "Thumbs-Up" Income Guarantee, we'll ensure you're off to a great start in your own business. You'll need time to thoroughly research this opportunity, followed by training and familiarisation, so now is the time to start - call or email us now to find out more. Government policies support early childhood education  May 20, 2008 Recent Federal Government announcements have demonstrated ongoing support for Australia's pre-schoolers and the services that provide them with education and care. The May budget included an announcement of increased child-care subsidies for families. The subsidy will increase from a maximum of 30% to a maximum of 50% of out of pocket costs, providing up to an extra $2500 annually to some families. Treasurer Wayne Swan said increasing the child-care rebate would not only help families financially but would increase the number of parents returning to work. The Government is also currently undertaking an investigation into introducing paid parental leave. Again, a driving factor is to make returning to work easier for parents. Both of these initiatives are good news for Australia's child-care providers, as well as for Computer Gym. We hope it translates to many more children having the opportunity for lessons. Increased focus on preschool learning  May 3, 2008 It's great to see a growing focus on the importance of learning as part of a child's care programme. Recent announcements from the Australian Government, in addition to studies like the Victorian Blueprint review, are highlighting educational needs in early childhood. More and more child care centres are recognising the value of a solid education programme, in addition to their responsibilities as carers for their children. Birthrate hits a high  Oct 29, 2007 Australia is experiencing a baby boom, with the birth rate at its highest in 35 years. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there were 265,900 births in 2006 - that's 265,000 children keen for Computer Gym lessons in the next 3-4 years! Fantastic progress  Oct 5, 2007 Congratulations to Sydney-based franchise owner Ros McGettigan , who is celebrating a wonderful start to her new business. Ros began in June with 40 children enrolled. After just 4 months she has 240 children enrolled and employs one teacher. Franchising's feel good factor  Aug 3, 2007 Extract from The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, July 2007 by Pam Kershaw. There aren't too many jobs where you can delight people every day but if you buy a franchise focused around kids or animals you may find a big feel-good factor comes with it... Chris Bouwmeester, who with his wife, Janet, owns the master franchise for Computer Gym, says the education business has changed since it was launched in Queensland 15 years ago. Then, desktop computers were set up in trucks and kids hopped aboard for lessons in these mobile classrooms. Now laptops are taken into child-care centres, preschools and kindergartens for Computer Gym classes. The Bouwmeesters bought a franchise in Victoria 12 years ago and the master franchise about two years ago. They are now converting the business model of paid teaching positions in capital cities to franchise opportunities and have seven franchises available in Sydney. Franchises cost between $40,000 and $60,000, which includes a territory with an existing business, training, six laptops, software, start-up and office equipment and marketing materials. Teaching experience or a background in early-childhood work is preferred but, most importantly, franchisees must enjoy working with children and ensure they get the most out of classes. Computer software covers two years of activities, from kindergarten concepts, such as sizes, colours, sorting and matching, through to topics such as the environment, music, art and animals. Bouwmeester says the advantage of these classes compared with home computer use is that they have learning outcomes. At home, children may get bored with limited software, compete with siblings for computer time or don't receive the support and encouragement offered by Computer Gym. Lessons are delivered during the day, with courses either offered as optional or included as part of the curriculum.

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