education

The role of career guidance for young people is essential in today’s complex job market, providing them with the tools and confidence to navigate their future careers successfully. Teachers, with their unique skills and experience, are well-positioned to transition into this rewarding field.

The Data School’s webinar was a treasure trove of knowledge for beginners, by focusing on the fundamentals, choosing the right tools, adhering to best practices, and learning from real-world examples, anyone can enhance their data visualisation skills.

Are you searching for a career path that offers more than just a job? Do you aspire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others while aligning with your values and aspirations? If so, then consider embarking on a transformative journey as a Special Educational Needs (SEN) tutor at Targeted Provision.

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.

Embrace failure – the first time I started the business it failed. It turned out it was the best thing that could have happened. Don’t be afraid to fail – just learn from your mistakes and go again. 

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 worked as a geography teacher in London for 13 years in various roles. I loved teaching in so many ways, but once my son was born I found it increasingly difficult to have a work-family life balance.

We love hearing from teachers who have set up their own businesses, it was really lovely chatting to Karen about her journey and how she is welcoming other teachers to join her as franchisees.

One aspect we love about TechyTots is they actively work in school in a variety of ways. As a franchisee, you can run before-school and after-school sessions as well as school enrichment days.

After my first year as a teacher, I quit. I knew that I wanted to work with students but working in a class of 30 wasn’t the way that I enjoyed.