Activity club run inside local schools

Parents pay per term, or the school or PTA pays you a fixed fee per session.

Either a fee per child per term or a set fee per session from the school. More schools and more clubs per week raise income.

• A skill you can teach, such as sport, art, music or coding
• Managing groups of children
• Clear communication with school staff
• Reliable planning

• Schools often have their own supplier lists, safeguarding checks and insurance requirements, so ask what they need
• Whether you need to register with a childcare regulator depends on the setup, so check with the relevant body for your nation
• Enhanced DBS check and a written safeguarding policy
• Public liability insurance, and employer's liability if you hire helpers
• Income can be uneven if a club does not reach minimum numbers

Startup costs are typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on the activity, the materials and equipment you need, and your insurance and checks. These are estimates, so cost your own sessions before you begin.

Monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on how many clubs you run, your fees and the number of children attending. Income can be uneven if a club does not reach minimum numbers.

Ask each school about its supplier lists, safeguarding checks and insurance requirements. Check whether you need to register with a childcare regulator for your nation. You will also need an enhanced DBS check, a written safeguarding policy and public liability insurance.