Lynne Kerrison Named Woman Franchisee of the Year 2025
When a key revenue stream disappeared overnight, Lynne Kerrison didn’t panic – she pivoted.
At the start of 2024, Tutor Doctor Cambridge, led by Lynne and her husband Rob, was experiencing strong business growth. However, an unexpected setback required a strategic reassessment. Demonstrating resilience and clear leadership, Lynne navigated the challenge effectively – adapting her approach, stabilising the business, and reinforcing the foundations for future success.
💬 “It’s been an incredible journey... I’m proud to have combined my passion for education with my desire to make a real difference.” – Lynne Kerrison
Recognised at the NatWest EWiF Awards
Lynne’s journey was recently honoured at the 2025 NatWest Encouraging Women into Franchising (EWiF) Awards, where she was named Woman Franchisee of the Year.
The EWiF Awards celebrate the achievements of women in franchising across all industries and regions in the UK. Open to businesses of all sizes and free to enter, the awards recognise those who lead with purpose, innovation, and resilience – regardless of whether they’re EWiF members. Lynne’s recognition is a testament to her remarkable impact in education and franchising.
Why Tutor Doctor?
When Lynne joined Tutor Doctor over 14 years ago, she wasn’t just looking to start a business – she was looking to make a meaningful impact. The brand’s flexibility and mission-driven approach allowed her to combine business ownership with meaningful community impact.
What made Tutor Doctor the right fit?
Proven business model built to flex and scale
Operational and sales support every step of the way
Low overhead, high demand in the education space
Room for innovation and quick pivots when circumstances change
The Power of Support and Community
Lynne credits the Tutor Doctor network with helping her adapt during a challenging year. From coaching to collaboration with other franchisees, the brand’s support structure gave her the tools – and the confidence – to move forward with purpose.
💬 “Our partnerships with schools and local authorities helped us support students who may not have otherwise had access to tutoring. The recognition we’ve received is truly a reflection of the whole team’s dedication.”
Rebuilding and Reaching Higher
Despite the early challenge, 2024 became a defining year for Tutor Doctor Cambridge:
200,000+ tutoring hours delivered
9% business growth
Expanded school partnerships through the Schools Delivery Programme
Launched a new initiative supporting vulnerable children with tutoring and sports coaching
One of Lynne’s proudest achievements was partnering with the Cambridge Sports Development Foundation to create a learning hub that helps vulnerable students rebuild trust, engage in learning, and grow through mentoring and sport.
💬 “As a female entrepreneur, I’ve balanced the demands of running a successful business with family life. I’ve lived the full educational journey alongside the thousands of students we’ve supported, which gives me immense pride. It’s this combination of growth, innovation, and heart that defines my journey with Tutor Doctor, and I’m over the moon to have been recognised for the hard work that I do.” – Lynne Kerrison
What Future Franchisees Should Know
Lynne’s story is proof that success at Tutor Doctor doesn’t depend on a background in education. What it takes is:
Grit and adaptability
Passion for helping others
People skills and a community mindset
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a business with heart – and a proven path to growth – this could be the right time.
Inspired by Lynne’s Journey?
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