Online evening classes for adult learners

Working adults who want to learn from home and prefer a set course with a teacher over self-paced videos.

A fee per student per course, often with a small group cap. You can run the same course several times and add follow-on levels.

• Clear teaching on camera
• Confidence with video tools
• Course planning
• Online marketing

• Professional indemnity or public liability insurance, check what suits your subject
• Data protection: if you hold students' details, check whether you need to register with the ICO and keep data safe
• Avoid using copyrighted materials without permission
• Don't promise accredited qualifications unless you work with a recognised awarding body
• Check your consumer rights obligations on refunds for distance sales

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £100 to £1,000, depending on your video tools, equipment and how much you spend on online marketing. With no venue to hire, costs can stay fairly low.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £200 to £2,500, depending on your course price, group size and how many courses you run each term. Sessions are scheduled around people's working day.

Check which insurance suits your subject, whether you need to register with the ICO if you hold students' details, and your refund obligations for distance sales. Avoid copyrighted materials without permission and don't promise accredited qualifications.