Small Exam Coaching Centre
Rent a small space and run weekly classes and tutoring for entrance and standardised exams.
- A$8k-40k
- Full-time
- Own premises
Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.
What it is
A small rented shopfront or room where you run group classes, practice exams and one-to-one sessions, often after school and on weekends, with extra tutors as you grow.
Your first three steps
- Research local demand by visiting nearby centres and checking their subjects, class sizes and fees
- Find a small affordable space near schools or transport and check with the council that it can be used for tuition
- Create a term timetable and course materials, then run open days or free trial classes to fill your first groups
Who pays
Families paying for a term or year of coaching for their children.
How it makes money
Termly or monthly fees per student for group classes, plus higher-priced one-to-one sessions and mock exam days.
Skills that help
- Teaching and curriculum planning
- Marketing to local families
- Managing and supporting tutors
- Basic bookkeeping and admin
Watch out for
- Council approval and zoning for a tuition centre: check with your local council
- Working with Children Checks for you and any staff: check your state's rules
- Public liability insurance, and workers compensation once you hire
- Lease commitments and rent while enrolments build up
- Fire safety and accessibility requirements for the premises
- Registering for GST once turnover reaches the threshold
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to open an exam coaching centre in Australia?
Startup costs are typically around $8,000 to $40,000, depending on the premises, fit-out and lease terms. Rent is due while enrolments build up, so plan your cash flow. These are estimates only.
How much revenue can a small coaching centre make?
Monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on enrolments, class sizes and how many tutors you add. Expect around 25 hours a week or more to run it. These are estimates only.
What rules apply to running a tuition centre in Australia?
Check council approval and zoning for a tuition centre, plus Working with Children Checks for you and any staff under your state's rules. Also check public liability insurance, workers compensation once you hire, fire safety and accessibility requirements, and GST registration.
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