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We want to ensure you are exposed to the best advice when it comes to making decisions, so we write about teachers’ careers inside, outside and beyond the classroom. Check out our articles on everything from best teaching practice to lifestyle tips that can help keep you sane!

Read inspiring stories from other teachers, and discover business opportunities, career change programmes and any initiatives that will benefit your holistic needs as a teacher.

  • Business

    How Much Does a Franchise Cost in the UK? A Teacher’s Guide

    10th August, 2026

    How much does a franchise cost in the UK? Learn about fees, working capital, royalties and hidden costs before buying a franchise.

  • Career Advice

    Unlocking Your Potential: A Teacher’s Guide to Personal Growth

    7th August, 2026

    For teachers, personal growth and being good at your job go hand-in-hand. When you’re actively learning and growing as a person, it directly and positively affects your teaching. You become tougher when classroom challenges pop up, more creative with your lesson plans, and more understanding toward your students and co-workers. It’s all about making yourself better.

  • Business

    Still Teaching – Just Beyond the Classroom

    5th August, 2026

    Teaching skills can travel far beyond the classroom. Meet the former teachers using their experience to help children thrive through tutoring, mindfulness, drama, dance and more—and discover how a different career can still make a meaningful difference.

  • Business

    A Summer Shaped Around You

    30th July, 2026

    What if summer could feel more spacious, flexible and truly your own? Former teachers share how franchising has helped them shape work around family life, personal priorities and the moments that matter.

  • Education

    Fire Up Your Tutoring Business With Six Months Half Price From Study Central

    16th July, 2026

    Study Central provides a complete solution. Designed specifically for online tutors, it combines fully planned tuition programmes, comprehensive teaching guidance and a secure learning environment, allowing you to focus on teaching rather than preparation.

  • Business

    Why Hiring Teachers for Projects, Consultancy and Specialist Work Makes Commercial Sense

    10th July, 2026

    Building a full-time, permanent team is no longer the default for organisations working in education. Whether you’re developing an EdTech platform, launching a new qualification, writing curriculum resources or a charity delivering a funded programme in schools, there are moments when you need specialist educational expertise but not necessarily another permanent employee. Instead, many organisations […]

  • Finance

    Making the most of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme

    24th June, 2026

    Your pension is one of the biggest assets you have. But how well do you really understand the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), your options and the benefits you have? While the TPS is a generous pension scheme, offering a guaranteed, government-backed income in retirement that’s protected from increases in the cost of living, it’s not […]

  • EdTech

    What One UK Secondary School Learned About Using Retrieval Practice at Scale

    24th June, 2026

    Discover how a large UK secondary school used retrieval practice and spaced repetition to improve revision habits, boost knowledge retention and support independent learning.

  • Business

    What 1,000 Teachers Told Us About Starting a Franchise

    11th June, 2026

    During the first half of 2026, more than 1,000 teachers used the Those Who Can Franchise Selector to explore franchise opportunities aligned with their interests, investment budgets and career ambitions. This has provided a unique dataset that offers valuable insight into what teachers are really looking for when considering franchise ownership. For franchise brands, consultants […]

  • Travel

    Why Teachers Make Great Travel Entrepreneurs

    29th May, 2026

    Many teachers dream of a career that offers greater flexibility, independence and the opportunity to explore their passions beyond the classroom.

    For those who love helping people, building relationships and creating memorable experiences, travel entrepreneurship can be an exciting and rewarding career path.

    But can teachers really succeed in the travel industry?

  • Career Advice

    10 EdTech Careers for Teachers

    30th April, 2026

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  • Business

    Best Franchises Under £5,000 for Teachers (UK)

    28th April, 2026

    If you’re a teacher looking to leave the classroom or build an additional income stream, finding a low-cost franchise can feel overwhelming. The good news is that there are several proven franchise opportunities available in the UK for under £5,000. These franchises allow teachers to use their existing skills, communication, organisation and experience working with […]

  • Parenting

    Sling Tots: The New Postnatal Franchise Helping Teachers Build Purpose-Led Careers

    28th April, 2026

    Discover how Sling Tots, a new wellbeing-focused franchise, highlights alternative career paths for teachers wanting to work with families and communities.

  • Business

    The International Franchise Show: Why Teachers Thrive in Purpose-Led Businesses

    23rd April, 2026

    Katie Stickley Co-Founder of Those Who can reflects from The International Franchise Show on why teachers are thriving in purpose-led franchise businesses rooted in education, wellbeing, and community impact.

  • Business

    Why Relationships Matter: How Teachers Are Building Purpose-Driven Careers Through Franchising

    23rd April, 2026

    In a recent podcast conversation, Deborah Salsbury, founder of The Reading Doctor, shared a perspective that captures the essence of why these models resonate so strongly with teachers. Reflecting on the growth of her network to 35 franchisees, she emphasised that the success of the business is not simply a result of systems or processes, but of the people within it.

  • Education

    Free Topic Download Available From Study Central

    17th April, 2026

    Study Central is offering tutors a unique chance to try out its online learning resources with a free premium topic download of English and Maths.  Covering up to four hours of online lessons, the download includes everything you need to teach that topic to your students including full lesson plans, teaching guidelines and links to […]

  • Health & Wellness

    Kings Camps – Building On Skills That Start In The Classroom

    16th April, 2026

    One of the most rewarding parts is seeing the impact you have on the children. Whether it’s helping a child build up their confidence and making a real difference between day 1 and day 5, learn a new skill, or simply enjoy being active, you can really see the difference you’re making each day.

  • Tutor Rates UK 2026: What Should I Charge Per Hour?

    2nd April, 2026

    Use our calculator to estimate your gross and net pay based on your rate, hours, and weeks per year. Hourly Rate£ 30 Hoursper Week 20 Weeksper Year 40 Gross Annual: £0 Income Tax: £0 National Insurance: £0 Net Annual: £0 Whether you’re just starting or considering expanding into premium tutoring, understanding UK-wide rates and what […]

  • Finance

    Can I Afford to Leave Teaching? (UK Guide for Teachers)

    2nd April, 2026

    Wondering if you can afford to leave teaching in the UK? Compare salaries, track expenses, and plan your transition with our free tools.

  • Education
    National Year of Reading

    Technology As A Bridge: Ideas To Help You Celebrate The National Year Of Reading

    21st March, 2026

    With reading enjoyment at its lowest point in two decades, 2026 has been declared the National Year of Reading, a call for schools and families to help children rediscover the joy of books.

    What’s refreshing here is the approach: not another heavy initiative, but small, practical changes that can make a real difference.

  • Business

    5 Signs You’re Ready To Start Your Own Travel Business

    12th March, 2026

    Many teachers reach a point where they start to wonder what life beyond the classroom could look like. For those who love planning, organising and helping people create memorable experiences, the travel industry can offer a surprisingly natural transition.

    In this guest article, Travel Counsellors explore five signs that suggest you might be ready to swap the classroom timetable for the flexibility of running your own travel business.

  • Finance

    Tax year-end planning for teachers: How to make the most of your allowances

    2nd March, 2026

    With tax year-end approaching, now is a good time to take stock of your finances and ensure you’re making the most of the allowances available to you. The current tax year ends on 5 April 2026, which means there’s still time to act. Why tax year-end matters for teachers Tax year-end is an opportunity to […]

  • Career Advice

    Is The Travel Industry Right For You?

    28th February, 2026

    Thinking of leaving teaching? Discover whether running your own travel business could suit your skills, lifestyle goals and desire for flexibility.

  • Business

    Teacher To Leader – Growing A Business Slowly, With Purpose

    25th February, 2026

    Whether you’re considering a franchise, building your own business, or simply exploring what else is possible, learning from former teachers who have made the leap is one of the most useful (and reassuring) steps you can take.

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