Piano lessons from your home studio

Parents of school-age children, plus adult beginners and returners who want to learn for enjoyment.

A set price per lesson, often charged per term or paid in advance, with weekly slots filled mostly after school and in the evenings.

• Solid piano playing and music reading
• Patience and clear explanations
• Keeping students motivated
• Organising a timetable and payments

• Working with Children Check requirements, check with your state or territory authority
• Council approval for a home-based business and any noise rules, check with your local council
• Public liability insurance, especially with visitors at your home
• Evening and after-school demand means your busiest hours are fixed
• Keep clear policies for missed lessons and cancellations

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $300 to $3,000, depending on whether you already own a piano or keyboard, and on music books, insurance and setting up your teaching room.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $400 to $3,000, depending on how many students you teach, your lesson length and your rates. Revenue is not profit, so allow for costs such as insurance and materials.

Check Working with Children Check requirements with your state or territory authority. Also check with your local council about approval for a home-based business and any noise rules, and consider public liability insurance for visitors.