Home study group for students

Parents of local primary and high school students who want affordable small-group help close to home.

Weekly or termly fees per student, with a small group of regulars and extra holiday revision sessions.

• Teaching or tutoring ability
• Patience with young people
• Good organisation and record keeping

• Council approval for a home-based business, including limits on visitors and signage
• Working with Children Check, check your state's requirements
• Public liability insurance, and check whether your home insurance covers visiting students
• Check parking and noise for neighbours
• Check if renting, as your lease or body corporate may restrict business use

Startup costs are typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on the furniture, learning materials and insurance you need. Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $600 to $3,000, depending on how many students and groups you take on.

Check council approval for a home-based business, including limits on visitors and signage, plus Working with Children Check requirements in your state. Also check public liability insurance, whether your home insurance covers visiting students, and any lease or body corporate limits if you rent.

Typically at least around 8 hours a week, as an estimate. Because the groups are small and after school, you can build up gradually. Check parking and noise for neighbours as visitor numbers grow.