Premier Education is the UK’s leading provider of wraparound childcare, primary PE, holiday clubs and extracurricular activities – a national network operating across 118 territories with a proven, scalable model and more than 20,000 five-star reviews. Franchisees join a system built for growth, supported by strong demand from parents and schools, robust operational infrastructure, and a brand recognised for quality and reliability.
The franchise model is designed to help local business owners scale confidently. Franchisees gain access to a structured onboarding programme, a nationally recognised curriculum that blends sport, arts and personal development, and fully integrated systems for bookings, staffing, payments and reporting. These foundations keep admin low, delivery consistent and revenue opportunities high.
Wraparound care continues to be the biggest driver of growth across the network. Rising national demand and sector-wide policy momentum make it a strong, future-proof revenue stream. Premier Education’s position as a leading voice in childcare policy has strengthened franchise viability, with DfE engagement and lobbying activity helping unlock more than £1m in grant funding for franchisees. This influence reduces financial risk and accelerates expansion at local level.
Premier Education’s in-house marketing team drives national visibility and reliable lead flow through data-driven campaigns. Franchisees receive ready-to-use toolkits, polished creative, and integrated systems that cut workload and lift conversion. In 2024, the “Ultimate Guide to Wraparound Childcare” delivered 1,000+ downloads, 395 enquiries, and helped grow wraparound settings from 88 to 219 in under 18 months. Overall activity generated £16.59m in potential network revenue and strengthened Premier Education’s nationwide presence.
Operational excellence underpins long-term performance. The “Overall Operational Effectiveness” framework gives franchisees a clear understanding of performance drivers and priorities, while the Trailblazer group pilots new commercial models before national rollout. A refined wraparound pricing model tested through the group delivered a 47% increase in per-site income for participating territories. Many franchisees now exceed seven-figure turnover, with multi-territory ownership becoming increasingly common as operators scale.
Testimonials
“We chose Premier for its trusted platform, structured guidance, and proven systems that help us move forward confidently… Growing our wraparound care from a handful of settings to 21 schools has strengthened our stability, reputation, and growth.” – Stuart King, Lincolnshire
“There are so many opportunities… What I really love is that you’re never on your own – you’ve got a team around you, locally and nationally, supporting your growth.” – Danny Boswell, Norfolk & North Hertfordshire
“I was the third franchisee, and 20 years later I’ve never looked back… If you’re willing to put the work in, it’s incredibly rewarding, and you have the weight of the country’s leading brand behind you.” – Gareth Simpson, Cambridge & Newmarket