Industry guide
Education
Registration with the relevant education authority, and growth that runs on reputation more than advertising.
Schools and training providers generally require registration with the relevant education authority in addition to standard business registration, and increasingly compete on digital presence and reputation (parent referrals, reviews) more than traditional advertising, which connects directly to Getting and keeping customers.
This is a general orientation, not an exhaustive regulatory guide. Sector-specific rules change and vary by county and regulator. Confirm current requirements for your specific business with the relevant regulator before relying on anything summarised here.
Common questions
Do schools and training providers need to register beyond BRS?
Yes, generally registration with the relevant education authority is required in addition to standard business registration.
What drives growth for an education business more than advertising?
Digital presence and reputation, parent referrals and reviews, increasingly more than traditional advertising.
Guides for education
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