Chess classes for schools and clubs

Run after-school chess clubs and group classes in primary schools and community venues.

A chess teacher guiding a young child through moves on a board.

Startup cost£150 to £800

Monthly revenue£300 to £1.5k

Time needed5+ h/week

First incomeMonths

£150-800
Part-time
Out and about

Estimates for a small start in the UK, not guarantees.

What it is

Weekly group chess sessions for children in schools, after-school clubs and community halls, from beginners to keen improvers, often ending in friendly tournaments.

Your first three steps

Plan a simple term programme with lesson outlines and worksheets for beginners
Get an enhanced DBS check and public liability insurance
Contact local primary schools and community venues with a short pitch and offer a free taster session

Who pays

Schools and parent associations, after-school club providers, or parents paying per child directly.

How it makes money

Fixed fee per session from a school, or a per-child term fee when you run your own club. More classes across the week means more income.

Skills that help

Chess knowledge and the ability to teach mixed levels
Managing groups of children
Organising and selling to schools

Watch out for

Enhanced DBS check and safeguarding training, which schools will usually expect
Public liability insurance, and check the cover levels schools ask for
Venue hire costs and minimum numbers if you run your own club
Term-time work means income can dip in school holidays
Check the rules on using school premises and any council or school requirements for outside providers

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to start running chess clubs?

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £150 to £800, depending on boards and sets, insurance, checks such as an enhanced DBS, and any venue hire if you run your own club. School-hosted classes can reduce venue costs.

How much can I earn running chess classes in schools?

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £300 to £1,500, depending on how many schools or clubs you work with and how many children attend. Term-time work means income can dip in school holidays.

What checks do schools expect from a chess instructor?

Schools will usually expect an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding training, plus public liability insurance at the cover levels they ask for. Check the rules on using school premises, and any council or school requirements for outside providers.