Founded in 1988, Stagecoach has grown to become the UK’s largest network of part-time performing arts schools for children.
Our franchisees follow a proven business model with an established leading brand which commands a premium price for their classes, allowing an average profit of 33% per business.
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Welcome to Stagecoach Performing Arts
Founded in 1988, Stagecoach has grown to become the UK’s largest network of part-time performing arts schools for children.
Our franchisees follow a proven business model with an established leading brand which commands a premium price for their classes, allowing an average profit of 33% per business.
What do we do?
For over 30 years, we’ve been teaching the performing arts and equipping young people with Creative Courage for Life. We delight in seeing our students have fun, make friends, learn new skills and discover hidden talents, and what’s more we have a clear commitment to child protection. Safeguarding our students, teachers and franchisees is our highest priority.
When you buy a Stagecoach Performing Arts franchise, we promise to give you the creative courage to embrace the brand and make the most of your business opportunities.
As a leading body in the performing arts industry, we provide you with the tools to help nurture and inspire every student who walks through your doors.
We are incredibly proud to have been ranked number 18 in the HSBC UK Elite Franchise TOP 100 for 2022!
Why Stagecoach?
- The opportunity to run your own business – offering singing, dancing and acting classes to children aged four to 18 within your exclusive territory.
- Trusted heritage – over 30 years’ experience in performing arts education for children.
- Part of something big – around the globe, over one million students have discovered us: And we are still growing.
- An internationally recognised brand.
- Proven success – our flexible model allows you to run your own business alongside your other commitments.
- Wealth creation – the opportunity to grow your business into a valuable asset with high resale values.
- Low start-up costs – a new territory costs from just £14,995 plus VAT.
- Comprehensive training and unparalleled support – providing you with the tools and skills to grow your business from the start.
Future Plans
Around the world, parents are investing in extracurricular activities for their children which offer personal development as well as being fun. Our international presence is increasing, with more families thinking of us as the go-to performing arts provider. This is having an incredible impact on student numbers, allowing our franchisees to really expand their businesses.
Once you have 200+ students in your territory and are earning an average of £70,000 per year, you can look to expand further with additional territories, opening more schools and utilising managers, allowing you to take on more of a director-level role. With multiple territories established, you could be earning £150,000+ per year and have the security of an asset of considerable value to sell in the future.
If you have a passion for the performing arts and an interest in childhood development, becoming a Stagecoach Performing Arts franchisee could be the right career move for you!
