Home music teaching studio

Parents of school-age children, adult learners and returners to music.

Pupils pay per lesson or per term in advance. A steady weekly timetable of regular pupils gives predictable income.

• Playing or singing to a good standard
• Patience and clear explanation
• Planning lessons for different ages and levels
• Keeping simple records and chasing payments

• Check whether you need permission from your landlord, mortgage lender or council to teach from home
• Public liability insurance, and check what your home insurance covers
• Safeguarding when teaching children: consider an enhanced DBS check and a clear safeguarding policy
• Neighbour noise, so think about teaching hours and soundproofing
• Check any music licensing needs if you play recorded music or hold public concerts

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around £150 to £1,000, depending on the instruments, teaching materials and set-up you need. Neighbour noise is worth thinking about, so consider your teaching hours and soundproofing.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £2,000, depending on how many pupils you teach and your lesson fees. The estimates assume at least about 6 hours a week of work.

Check whether you need permission from your landlord, mortgage lender or council to teach from home. Also check public liability insurance and what your home insurance covers, and consider an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding policy when teaching children.