Rewarding, Profitable, Part-Time Business

The Seasons Art Class offers adults the chance to rediscover creativity in a friendly and social environment. Franchisees run structured 14‐week courses covering four core mediums – drawing, watercolour, acrylics and oil pastels – with all lesson plans, demonstrations and handouts provided by head office.

With more than 130 branches in the UK, The Seasons Art Class is the UK's leading provider of adult art education. Students are typically beginners to improvers who want to learn a new skill, boost their wellbeing and make new friends. Many return term after term, giving branches reliable repeat income.

Franchisees enjoy a lifestyle‐friendly business that requires just one day a week in class, supported by a tutor and class assistant, plus flexible administration from home. It’s a fulfilling way to combine profitability with creativity and community impact.

Franchisees receive an exclusive territory and run courses locally. Each course runs for 14 weeks, split into two identical sessions (morning and afternoon) to allow up to 35–45 students in total. Students pay in advance, so cashflow is healthy, and with high re‐enrolment rates the business grows steadily each term. Franchisees don’t need to be artists themselves: tutors deliver the teaching while franchisees oversee the business.

Your package includes:

• Training in marketing, operations and course management
• A full curriculum with lesson plans, demos and handouts
• A marketing suite with professional adverts and artwork
• Booking manager support to handle enquiries and registrations (optional but recommended)
• Ongoing guidance and mentoring from head office

What type of franchisee is Seasons looking for?

You don’t need art or teaching experience – the role is about organising, building relationships and growing your local branch. Successful franchisees are:

• Friendly, approachable and community‐minded
• Comfortable managing a tutor and class assistant
• Organised and proactive
• Motivated to run a business with strong repeat income

Training and support

Every franchisee begins with comprehensive training, covering everything from advertising to course delivery. You’ll also receive:

• Ready‐to‐use marketing and advertising materials
• A dedicated booking manager to manage enquiries and registrations (optional)
• Ongoing business mentoring and regular check‐ins
• Access to a large and supportive network of branch owners

With curriculum and marketing provided, plus continuous HQ support, franchisees can focus on running smooth classes and building long‐term student communities.

The cost of investing

The cost of investing in The Seasons Art Class is as follows:

• Funding support available through HSBC and businessmasters.com (50–75%)
• Average profitability of £25,000 per branch, per year once established
• Total investment is between £28K and £30K.

Why is The Seasons Art Class a good investment?

This is a proven, part‐time lifestyle business that balances profitability with personal fulfilment. Franchisees benefit from:

• A simple, low‐overhead model with strong cashflow
• Average branch profitability of £25,000 per year
• High student retention with repeat bookings term after term
• Flexible working – one day a week in class plus admin from home
• The backing of an established brand with 130 branches in the UK

It’s a rewarding opportunity for those who want to run their own business, help others, and enjoy the lifestyle that comes with it.

What locations is Seasons looking to target?

Exclusive franchise territories are available across the UK. Please enquire to check availability in your area.

What are the franchise terms of agreement and renewal?

Franchise agreements are typically five years, with free renewal options available.

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