Childrens Franchise UK The Creation Station

About The Creation Station

The multi award winning Creation Station, is the first and most successful children's Arts and Crafts activity franchise in the UK.

Recently awarded the 'Best Interactive Business' 2011 in the Mumpreneur awards, The Creation Station continues its mission to inspire children's imaginations. With over 50 franchises operating in the UK, the franchise gives people the opportunity to achieve a rewarding work/life balance that compliments a great family life.

Established in 2002 by Sarah Cressall, mum of three and finalist in 'The Extraordinary Women' award 2011 and Business Woman of the Year in 2009. Sarah ran the business for five years herself, enjoying the many benefits of working from home with pre-school children and even bringing her boys along to many of her classes and events.

Due to enquiries from other mums who wanted to run their own Creation Station, Sarah franchised the business in 2007, with the help of the British Franchise Association. The Creation Station brand has grown from strength to strength with the core values based on family values and shared creative experiences that inspire the imagination.

The number 1 choice for Mums

The majority of the franchise owners are Mums who love the flexibility of the work/life balance and running their own family friendly and financially rewarding fun franchise.

Over 48,000 children and families inspired already and the demand continues...

Children love doing arts and crafts and although many parents understand the well documented benefits of creative play, the lack of space, resources and ideas, as well as the mess and stress at home, means that parents value coming to The Creation Station. Here they can relax, share the 'Journey’s of Discovery and Exploration' with their little one, and walk away with treasured artworks memories.

There is a wealth of opportunities to inspire your community, and this ensures parents and carers keep coming back, no matter what age their child is. Not only this, they will bring their friends too. Here are the wide range of creative experiences that are part of each Creation Station Franchise:

• Weekly Art and Craft Classes (3 months to 11yrs) – Baby Discovery, Little Explorers and Family Fun
  
• Arty Parties - Original arts and crafts birthday party fun with free invites and party bags supplied and filled with treasured artworks
  
• Event Entertainment - Engaging family activities for a wide range of partners, including baby shows, corporate family days, county shows, festivals, playgroups - where families gather we can help to inspire them

“You never have to worry what activities you are going to do, because all the session plans have been tried, tested and pre-planned ready for you to use. It's the same with the parties and events - we've planned it and prepared it all for you. We will even deliver all the products you need, at wholesale prices, to your door. This gives you more time with your family when you want it.” Sarah Cressall Founder and Managing Director

Mum's Franchise Support

Setting up your own business can be a daunting prospect for many. It's one of the reasons that the tried and tested model of a successful franchise is so appealing to so many.

It's not just the fact that the business works, but it's also because with the right franchise you receive a wealth of support for the whole time you run your franchise. Straight after training you have three months hand-holding with one of our most successful franchisees and this is just the beginning.

“As a family friendly franchise we understand the demands of working and family life, that's why we have put together a comprehensive training and ongoing support package for you.” Sarah Cressall

• You receive first class training with three months post-training hand holding with one of our most successful franchisees, plus ongoing support, regional meetings, membership to our forum and additional networking opportunities
  
• This is a business with potential to grow at a rate that suits you in an exclusive territory
  
• You will be part of the U.K.'s leading creative activity provider, that's educationally based and actively inspiring children's imaginations
  
• You will be able to enjoy a wealth of fun, sociable and rewarding day to day experiences and bring your children along to classes too
  
• You will be part of a team that understands how important your family is and will help you manage business and your family commitments

True Life Stories

Carly Miller, who inspires imaginations in Bracknell, stated: "Having worked full-time previously, I never dreamt I could be running such a successful business and having so much time with my 14 month old daughter. I made a return on my investment within the first eight months and the business continues to grow from strength to strength. I was a bit nervous when I started, as I didn't really know anything about franchising, but all the support and help from head office and the other franchisees is really great."

Faye Williams, who inspires imaginations in Cardiff, stated: "I love being able to work around my family and enjoy the flexibility of running my own Creation Station."

Jackie Farrow, who inspires imaginations in Guildford, stated: "It's taken off much quicker than I thought it would. My daughter says I have the best job in the world - I tend to agree."

Lara Reynolds, who inspires imaginations in Basingstoke, stated: "I really wanted a career that worked around my son, but that was also financially rewarding. I love running my Creation Station - its perfect for me."

Be Our Next Creation Station Success

The number of parents and children experiencing fun arts and crafts at their local Creation Station is increasing daily. There is urgent demand for sessions in areas not yet covered by existing franchise owners. Plus the 'Arty-Party' is much sought after by children and parents everywhere.

Our franchise owners come from a wide variety of backgrounds. You don't need to be artistic as we supply the educationally based, tried and tested session plans, with plenty of scope to use your own creativity if you want to.

With full training, a comprehensive start-up kit and ongoing support, this really could be the opportunity you have been looking for. Get in touch with us today for our exciting information pack.

Request your free 'Shiny Future' information pack today from Nicki our Dream Catcher.

We look forward to hearing from you