Small Group French Classes
Run weekly French classes for adults or kids in a hired community hall or library room.
- A$500-3k
- Side hustle
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
Term-based French classes for small groups, taught in hired rooms such as community halls, libraries or church halls, in the evenings or on weekends.
Your first three steps
- Plan a first term, from level and schedule to price per student, and compare with local class fees
- Enquire about hiring rooms from your council, library or community centre and check their insurance requirements
- Promote through local Facebook groups, schools and Alliance Française-style networks, and aim for a minimum number of sign-ups before the term starts
Who pays
Adults wanting hobby or travel French, parents of primary and high school children, and sometimes local employers.
How it makes money
Fee per student per term, so each class earns more as it fills. Extras can include workbooks, holiday workshops and conversation groups.
Skills that help
- Fluent French and clear teaching
- Managing a group of learners
- Basic marketing and bookkeeping
Watch out for
- Public liability insurance, which venues often require
- Check your state's Working with Children Check rules if teaching under-18s
- Empty seats in the early terms, so check your break-even number of students
- Check ABN and GST obligations, and whether any course accreditation applies if you offer anything formal
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start French classes in Australia?
Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on room hire, teaching materials, marketing and insurance. Check your break-even number of students, as seats may be empty in the early terms.
What should I check before running group French classes?
Check public liability insurance, which venues often require, and your state's Working with Children Check rules if teaching under-18s. Also check ABN and GST obligations, and whether any course accreditation applies if you offer anything formal.
How much can small group French classes earn?
Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,500, depending on class numbers, group sizes and fees. Hours typically start from around 6 a week, often in evenings or on weekends.
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