Small-group neighbourhood tutoring
Starting costs about $781 in the United States and 151,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $1,900 net per month in the United States and 452,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 4 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
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The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $781 | $1,900 |
| Nigeria | 151,000 NGN | 452,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £542 | £1,330 |
| Kenya | 36,300 KES | 65,400 KES |
| India | 15,900 INR | 47,700 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Many pupils fall behind in maths, reading or languages, and one-to-one private lessons are too expensive for most families.
The solution
Tutoring sessions in groups of three to six pupils at the same level, in a neighbourhood venue, with a written monthly progress note for parents.
Your customers
Parents of primary and secondary pupils in a neighbourhood, especially before national exams and during school holidays.
How you make money
Monthly fee of 40 to 120 € per pupil for two sessions a week, intensive holiday courses billed separately.
Competition
Independent private tutors, tutoring centres, online lesson platforms, free help from associations and relatives.
Who has an edge
A teacher, advanced student or retired educator who is known and liked locally fills groups quickly through parents' word of mouth.
The risks
Seasonal income dropping in summer, reliance on the founder's time, room rental, possible legal requirements for supervising minors.
The first 3 steps
- Choose one or two subjects and a school level
- Find a cheap room: association, place of worship or café
- Offer parents a free trial session through schools
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €2,000 − costs €700 = €1,300 net per month. Revenue: 25 pupils × €80 a month. Costs: room rental, supplies, advertising, insurance, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Neighbourhood tutoring?
About $781 (United States), 151,000 NGN (Nigeria), £542 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 250 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $1,900 (United States), 452,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,330 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 4 months, with 25 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Seasonal income dropping in summer, reliance on the founder's time, room rental, possible legal requirements for supervising minors.
Where do I start?
1. Choose one or two subjects and a school level 2. Find a cheap room: association, place of worship or café 3. Offer parents a free trial session through schools
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