The Creation Station is a fabulous creative business that puts people first. I love owning my franchise and have for the past 5 years. The income streams are diverse and the flexibility allows me to work when I want to fit in with my lifestyle. Head office are really supportive and resources are readily available to ensure I’m running a quality business.
EMMA MCCALLA-JOHN
Harborne and Bartley Green
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Find out how our award-winning and fast-growing arts and crafts activity franchise could give you what you are looking for.
Jude turns her passion for creativity into a successful business.
Jude enjoyed a successful career in finance but wanted something that was more “Jude” and had more impact.
Career change has given Emma more than she imagined
Emma Winterbourne changed her career from retail management to running her own Creation Station franchise in Thame, Oxfordshire.
Rated number 1
Customers consistently give our classes five stars on Trustist, and our franchise owners also rated The Creation Station as five stars in an independent survey.
A great team of people
Our franchise owners from diverse backgrounds including marketing, HR, and teaching, view our team as family. This includes our creative hub head office team and business development managers.
Award Winning
We're honoured to receive awards like Winner of The Best Franchise Awards, Children's Services 2023. Excellence and Innovation in Children's Education, Best Creative Play, and Best Franchisee Marketing Support.
Training & Support
Investing in The Creation Station means thorough training in operations, business, and marketing. Ongoing support and regular training continue to assist your business and personal growth at every stage.
Frequently asked questions
Why is it investing and not buying?
A franchise is an investment, not just a purchase. You receive training, support, and an exclusive territory. Over time, you can sell it for a profit. It’s like planting an acorn in a forest of oaks – a proven model with growth potential, benefiting both you and the franchisor as it develops.
How do i earn income?
We provide a multitude of income streams so you can maximise your income. We also create individual exclusive territories based on the areas that you want to operate in.
What is my potential earning?
- One franchisee has planned for 10 after schools per week with a turnover of £60,00 per year just during 30 weeks.
- Another focuses on regular adult craft workshops @£25/ head with an average of 20 participants, these work both face to face and online.
We’re not a get-rich-quick scheme; your success depends on your effort. Franchise partners typically see a return in 18 months or less. While we can’t guarantee income, we support you in running a proven Creation Station franchise. Some partners earn £50,000+, others around £8,000, with various business models.
How much does it cost to start a franchise?
- The Creation Station Business For Children OR Adults only, is £7,995 (including VAT)
- The Creation Station Business For Children AND Adults Is £13,995 (including VAT)
- Enquire about the £2,000 grant towards the children OR adults franchise, bringing the cost down to just £5,995,
- Enquire about the £4,000 grant towards the children AND adults franchise, bringing the investment down to £9,995.
Are there any additional costs i should be aware of?
For the children or adults licence you have a monthly management service fee of £130 (including VAT). For your craft supplies, you pay £80 into your shop account each month.
For the children and adults licence you have a monthly management service fee of £240 (including VAT). For your craft supplies you pay £100 into your shop account each month.
You will have other costs such as insurance and marketing. We can advise you on these costs. (For many of our franchisee partners this also includes buying sparkly shoes!)
It’s important that you also have funds available for working capital. We recommend a minimum of £1,500. You also need to have a way of supporting yourself financially whilst your business develops.
