The Learning Space

What The Learning Space does

The Learning Space is a South African private education services company founded in 2010, headquartered in Bryanston, Sandton (Johannesburg), that delivers Mathematics and Physical Sciences tutoring to learners in Grades 4-12 across both the IEB and DBE (CAPS) curricula. Its core offering is organised around three delivery formats — 1-on-1 tutoring, small-group tutoring, and online classes — supplemented by in-person exam-prep workshops in Bryanston, two exam-prep guide books (Mathematics and Physical Sciences at R299 each) sold through an e-commerce storefront, and 15-minute parent-tutor check-ins offered both online via Microsoft Teams and in-person at the Bryanston centre. The company also runs in-person private science tutoring at two additional Sandton locations (St Andrews Office Park and Epsom Downs, Meadowbrook Lane).

Operationally, the firm reports access to a tutor network of 168 science tutors and 240 maths tutors, while firmographic headcount is 1-10 employees, indicating an asset-light coordinator or marketplace model where The Learning Space curates and books sessions for independent tutors rather than employing them as full-time staff. Technology delivery is straightforward: Microsoft Teams for online sessions and parent check-ins, WhatsApp for direct customer communication (number +27784443166), and a Wix-hosted website with self-serve booking. There is no proprietary learning platform, AI/ML capability, or app; the website serves as the primary digital surface alongside blog content and a careers page.

The business model blends recurring revenue from tutoring subscriptions (1-on-1, group, online) with one-time transactions from exam-prep books (R299) and full-day workshops (R500). Pricing for tutoring sessions is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Go-to-market is sales-led and event-driven: inbound leads submit contact forms on the website and are called back during 9am-6pm weekday hours, with WhatsApp as the primary conversational channel, supplemented by exam-prep workshops as live acquisition events. Since founding, the company claims to have nurtured 34,000+ science learners, helped 50,000+ learners become confident mathematicians, and delivered 280,000+ combined tutoring hours. There is no disclosed external funding, parent company, or institutional investor; ownership is private and independent.

Name

The Learning Space

Legal name

The Learning Space

Website

https://thelearningspace.co.za

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Learning Space is a Johannesburg-based education services company founded in 2010 that provides Mathematics and Physical Sciences tutoring for South African high school learners (Grades 4-12) across IEB and DBE curricula, delivered via 1-on-1, group, and online formats with exam-prep books and workshops.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tutoring Services

NAICS

Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

K–12 Core Curriculum Small-Group Tutoring Centers (Math/ELA/Science/Social Studies) (EDANAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Math Learning Centers (Small-Group) (EDANAHAE), Integrated Tutoring + Learning Content Platforms (Curriculum + Tutors) (EDANAGAL), Math Enrichment Curriculum, Workbooks & Question Banks (EDAMAEAG)

Keywords

• Mathematics tutoring services
• Physical sciences tutoring
• High school exam prep
• Small group tutoring
• Online STEM tutoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Johannesburg

HQ country

South Africa

HQ region

Africa

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. 1-on-1 Tutoring Services: Personalized individual tutoring sessions for Mathematics and Sciences, available both online and in-person at the Bryanston centre
2. Group Tutoring: Group learning sessions for learners wanting collaborative learning environment
3. Exam Prep Guide Books: One-time purchase of physical or digital exam preparation books for Grade 12 Mathematics and Physical Sciences at R299.00 per book
4. Exam Prep Workshops: In-person full-day exam preparation workshops held in Bryanston, Johannesburg at R500.00 per day
5. Online Classes: Virtual classroom sessions delivered via Microsoft Teams

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Learning Space provides Mathematics and Physical Sciences tutoring to South African learners in Grades 4 through 12 across three delivery formats: personalised 1-on-1 sessions, small group sessions, and online classes. Its offering covers both the IEB and DBE (CAPS) curricula and is supplemented by in-person Exam Prep Workshops held in Bryanston, Johannesburg and proprietary Grade 12 Exam Prep Guide study materials. Tutoring is delivered both at the Bryanston physical centre and remotely via Microsoft Teams.

Product overview

The Learning Space is an education services company offering a blended tutoring ecosystem centred on Mathematics and Physical Sciences for South African learners (Grades 4–12). The core offering consists of three delivery formats: 1-on-1 Tutoring, Group Tutoring, and Online Classes, all available for both IEB and DBE (CAPS) curricula. These are complemented by Exam Prep Workshops (in-person, R500/day) and two check-in add-on modules — Parent & Tutor Online Check-in (via Microsoft Teams) and Parent & Tutor In-Person Check-in — which facilitate direct parent-tutor communication. The product portfolio also includes two physical study guides sold as products: the Exam Prep Guide – Grade 12 Physical Sciences and the Exam Prep Guide – Grade 12 Mathematics, each priced at R299. Together, the tutoring services and exam prep guides form a cohesive academic support pathway from personalised instruction through to self-directed exam practice.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 1-on-1 Tutoring Personalised individual tutoring sessions for Mathematics and Physical Sciences, available both online and in-person at the Bryanston centre in Johannesburg, supporting IEB and DBE curricula for Grade 4-12 South African learners.
• Group Tutoring Small group tutoring sessions for peer-supported learning in Mathematics and Physical Sciences, available both online and in-person for Grade 4-12 South African learners.
• Online Classes Live online tutoring sessions delivered remotely via Microsoft Teams, offering Mathematics and Physical Sciences curriculum coverage equivalent to in-person sessions, accessible to learners across South Africa.
• Exam Prep Workshops In-person full-day exam preparation workshops held in Bryanston, Johannesburg at R500.00 per day, covering key topics and past papers for Grade 12 Mathematics and Physical Sciences exams.
• In-Person Private Science Tutoring One-hour private 1-on-1 Physical Sciences tutoring sessions at the St Andrews Office Park in Sandton, tailored to the learner's chosen topic with step-by-step guidance from an expert tutor, including topic pre-submission, concept breakdown, and exam preparation support.
• Exam Prep Guide – Grade 12 Physical Sciences A study guide covering the full Grade 12 Physical Sciences CAPS curriculum, priced at R299.00, featuring clear explanations, worked examples, past papers with memos, and exam strategies, sold via the company's online store.
• Exam Prep Guide – Grade 12 Mathematics A study guide covering the full Grade 12 Mathematics CAPS curriculum, priced at R299.00, including clear explanations, worked examples, past papers with memos, and exam tips and techniques, sold via the company's online store.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students typically improve by 15-20 percentage points in Mathematics (e.g., 65% to 85%)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature2 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Tuta-Me: South African online tutoring platform offering group and 1-on-1 tutoring across multiple subjects. Directly comparable as a similarly positioned SA tutoring provider serving school-age learners with a digital-first approach.
• Teach Me 2: South African tutoring company providing in-person and online tutoring across academic subjects. Comparable in offering tutor-led academic support to South African students with a similar subject breadth.
• Tutor Doctor: International tutoring franchise with South African operations offering in-home and online tutoring. Comparable as a tutor-led academic support provider operating in the South African market with similar subject coverage.
• Edublox: South African cognitive training and tutoring provider focused on reading, mathematics and learning skills. Comparable as a domestic education company delivering structured academic programmes to school-age learners.
• PrepAid: South African exam preparation service focused on matric readiness. Comparable due to its focus on South African matric exam preparation with structured content and tutoring.
• BrightSparkz Tutors: South African tutoring agency matching students with private tutors across subjects. Comparable as a domestic tutoring marketplace serving school learners with in-person and online delivery.

Broad incumbents

• Brainline: South African distance learning and online schooling provider. Comparable as it serves South African learners via a digital platform aligned to CAPS curriculum, though its offering spans full schooling rather than tutoring only.
• Wyzant: US-based online tutoring marketplace connecting students with private tutors. Comparable as an established tutoring marketplace operating a similar tutor-led, 1-on-1 service model.
• Oxbridge Academy: Established South African distance education institution offering matric and tertiary courses. Comparable as a domestic education brand serving South African learners with structured academic content.
• Varsity Tutors: Large US-based online tutoring platform offering 1-on-1 and group tutoring across subjects. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the online tutoring space with overlapping 1-on-1 and group delivery model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TheLearningSpaceZA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/thelearningspaceza

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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