children’s franchise

Fast forward 3 years, I had given birth to my second child and life had massively changed for our family. I was Head of Humanities in a secondary school for 14 years and, while I loved my job, it really didn’t work for our family anymore. I wanted a change, so I revisited the idea of running my own baby and toddler classes.

‘Fun’ was the buzzword throughout our chat and you can tell how much Anna relishes the business she has created. What’s special about a Kidslingo franchise is that it’s so much more than teaching languages, music, drama, signing, PHSE working in harmony with language education.

We are the only UK STEM franchise run exclusively by teachers and for teachers. As a premium education-focused brand, we consider the skills that teachers bring to be absolutely crucial in educating children. Learn more about Laura’s journey from teaching to setting up her own business.

Katie chats with Tessa Hawes Founder of MiniMe Mindfulness to find out about how the idea for the business started as a practical solution for a global pandemic and how Tessa’s 8-year-old son was instrumental in the early days via a Facebook group.
Tessa discusses her franchise model and her ability to support you via with flexible approach to suit your lifestyle and the potential to earn a great income.

There are so many important skills that I developed during my years of teaching which have gone on to support me with building my franchise business. I find myself meeting people, visiting new settings and communicating with a variety of age groups. It’s such a wonderful part of the job and I believe the communication skills developed from teaching have really supported me with this.

Making the jump from a guaranteed wage in teaching to working for yourself is scary and you do need to have a bit of a financial safety net to help you through the first months of building your business up but teaching has prepared you with so many skills. 

If you are seriously thinking about running your own business or starting a franchise after teaching you need to do your research. Find out about the realities of these options, and talk to people who have swapped teaching to run their own business or franchise.

I’ve always wanted to own my own business and being part of a franchise, literally buying a business in a box provided me with the support from head office to succeed. I’ve only been in the franchise for 12 months and already I can see the potential growth my business financially and be able to work around my family working half my teaching hours!

Lucy Martin knows all about what makes a great franchisee. The former high school French teacher is one of the highest earners at Language for Fun, having taken the leap to self-employment six years ago.

We have heard many success stories from teachers who left the classroom to become franchisees. We asked some of our franchisors what their opinion was about teachers leaving teaching to work for them. The Outdoors Project, Magic Link Handwriting and Nature Makers have shared their thoughts.

Franchising offers a compelling pathway for teachers seeking to explore new career opportunities, leverage their skills, and achieve financial independence. Educators can embark on a rewarding entrepreneurial journey while making a positive impact on their communities with a support of a franchise.

Successfully navigating the world of social media requires a thoughtful and strategic approach. By understanding your audience, maintaining consistent branding, creating engaging content, and staying informed, your new UK franchise can build a strong online presence and connect with customers in meaningful ways.

I feel I have all the good bits of being a teacher e.g. interactions with children, sharing knowledge – and the excitement of discovering/learning something new – but I don’t have the constraints of the national curriculum, and the external pressures that teachers are under. 

Teachers looking to extend their influence and explore new horizons, owning a business could be an exciting and fulfilling next step. In this article, Tutor Doctor UK explores why teachers naturally excel as business owners, highlighting the many advantages they bring to the field of education.

Marketing is a crucial aspect of running a successful franchise business. As a franchisee, you’ll want to leverage effective strategies to promote your specific location while aligning with the overall brand identity. Here are some tips on marketing with advice from 34of the fantastic franchises we work with at Did Teach: Nature Makers, Pyjama Drama, The Outdoor Project & Travel Counsellors.

You have decided on a franchise that works well for you but why is there an upfront cost? This blog explores some reasons why upfront fees exist.

We continue to have an open dialogue with our franchisors and their employees, learning about their offering, see how well their current teacher franchisees are getting on and find out about how they inspire children, young people and adults clients. We recently caught up with some of our franchisors to find out their top tips for you when considering a franchise.

In this blog post, we will explore how some UK franchises, that Did Teach work with, are making a positive impact on the mental health and wellbeing of their clients, not just through their sessions but by creating purposeful policies for their staff.

I still do supply teaching 2 days a week while I am growing the business. I am now able to take and pick up my children from school regularly and have the flexibility to use the time as I choose.

The demand for Tutoring services continues to grow. This growth potential offers a compelling reason for educators to consider Tutoring Franchises.

I found that working in schools was not compatible with a young family. Even the aspects of the business that are newer to me have been made easier by the behind-the-scenes admin that I had to do as a teacher. 

I really liked the idea of working for myself however having spent my entire life in education, the prospect of starting up a business was very daunting. Becoming a franchisee has provided me with what feels like a ‘hybrid’ solution.

Something I always ask myself when thinking about the future; if not now, when? Where do I see myself in 1 year’s time? 5 years time? Sometimes taking the leap is scary but the reward is so so worth it in the end.

I’ve been a secondary school teacher & Head of Department for over 10 years. Working in education is really rewarding but has become increasingly restrictive & demanding, this is the perfect way to continue doing what I love whilst embracing my out-of-school passions.