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WHAT WE OFFER

The Outdoors Project offers unique and engaging Ofsted registered clubs for Primary School Children aged 5-11. 

At our clubs children gain confidence, have fun and improve their physical and mental development through outside play. We’re unlike sports specific clubs, as every person has something they excel at in nature. Our activities range from the quiet and methodical to louder and livelier play. With a non-competitive environment, children feel more relaxed and can challenge themselves to try new things each time.

UNIQUE ACTIVITIES:   These are what makes us stand out from other childcare providers. Some of our most popular take pop culture icons, such as Harry Potter, Pokemon or Star Wars and build an imaginative day around these stories and characters. Our tech meets nature sessions, such as Wildcraft vs Minecraft or Among Us Day, bring to life elements of the games that many children love. The meeting of these two worlds often encourages somewhat reluctant children to come for the very first time, only to find that they return again and again.  

HOLIDAY CLUBS:   The wide variety of activities at our holiday clubs means everyone feels good about their own abilities. This could be the sense of achievement they gain from carving a Harry Potter wand out of a stick or overcoming nerves to have an amazing game of Nerf. Watching children’s confidence grow and new friendships form during our holiday clubs is one of the most rewarding parts of what we do. Parents can book for a day, a week or more.  

AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS:  Our after-school clubs are run on school site for 1 hour directly after a school day. The clubs runs with a different activity every week, always involving games, creativity, learning new skills, communication & teamwork. Parents’ book for the term.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES & OTHER CELEBRATIONS:    Here at The Outdoors Project, we love to party! Taking elements from our most loved clubs, we keep the children entertained with our super energetic and fun instructors. We have several different party sessions for the birthday child to choose from including Harry Potter Day, Nerfageddon and Bushcraft

HOW IT WORKS 
As a well-established children’s outdoor activity franchise, we have eliminated many of the ‘unknowns’ of starting a business. With an Outdoor Project franchise you will be supported every step of the way by an experienced and dedicated team.

• We provide you with everything you require to set up, launch and run your business with regular ongoing support;
• A distinctive brand with a clear mission to get children outside, having fun and away from screens
• From how to run Zombie Apocalypse to Wildcraft vs Minecraft, you will have access to the most fun, imaginative, and engaging children’s activities available.
• Your own easy to use website and booking system
• Launch and ongoing sales & marketing tools and guidance
• Business support and guidance on all aspects of the business; Ofsted, Staff recruitment & training, insurance, finance, venues, sales & marketing everything you need to know to run a profitable business.
• Most importantly, you’ll be part of a community, which shares your belief that allowing children to spend more time in nature will positively impact their wellbeing.

HOW MUCH DOES A FRANCHISE COST?  The one-off franchise fee is £12,500 for a new territory. There is then an ongoing franchise fee of 10% of turnover. Subject to VAT. 

NEED HELP WITH FUNDING?  You may need to consider start-up funding. We can guide you through the funding options, including favourable government backed loans.