Franchising details
Who We Are and What We Stand For
CREW is more than a name; it represents our philosophy, our purpose, and the foundation of 26 years of educational excellence.
We are committed to delivering creative, curriculum-linked workshops that support primary school learning in a way that is engaging, memorable, and effective.
Bringing the Curriculum to Life
CREW stands for Creative Relevant Educational Workshops, and that name reflects exactly what we do.
Our work is built around the belief that learning should inspire curiosity, spark imagination, and leave a lasting impression.
Rather than simply presenting information, we turn curriculum content into immersive, theatrical experiences that bring subjects to life for primary school children.
Every workshop is designed to be relevant to the National Curriculum and appropriate for the developmental stage of the children we work with.
This means our content is not only entertaining, but also useful, purposeful, and aligned with what teachers need in the classroom.
We aim to support educational goals while creating an experience that children genuinely enjoy.
At the heart of CREW is a strong educational purpose.
Although our workshops are lively, interactive, and highly engaging, the focus always remains on learning outcomes.
We want children to understand more, remember more, and feel more confident in their own ability to participate and contribute.
Our delivery style is hands-on and participatory, giving every child the chance to be involved regardless of their learning style.
We believe active participation helps children connect more deeply with the subject matter and encourages greater enthusiasm for learning. By combining creativity, relevance, and education, we deliver workshops that feel exciting while still serving a clear academic purpose.
CREW UK has a wider vision.
We want to help change the way young people experience education during their primary years.
Our goal is to become a trusted name in curriculum-aligned enrichment across the UK, known for high-quality workshops that make learning feel alive.
Through our franchise network, we see dedicated educational entrepreneurs delivering our proven model in local communities and helping raise the standard of educational enrichment nationwide.
We understand that securing funding is an important part of the decision-making process, which is why we support prospective franchisees through our Franchise Loan Support, available via trusted partners. This can provide a practical route to help you take the next step towards joining CREW.
Franchise costs and details
Training and support
Support That Sets Franchisees Up for Success
CREW provides comprehensive training to prepare franchisees for both workshop delivery and business operations. The aim is to give each franchise partner the confidence and practical knowledge needed to launch successfully and build a sustainable business.
Support does not stop at launch, but continues throughout the franchise journey.
Before trading begins, franchisees receive a detailed induction covering delivery, operations, and marketing.
This structured onboarding helps new partners understand the model, apply the systems correctly, and represent the brand professionally from day one. The initial training period is designed to set a strong foundation for long-term success.
Ongoing support is also a core part of the franchise package. Franchisees benefit from continued guidance, performance sessions, and access to the wider support structure behind the brand.
CREW sees the relationship with its franchise partners as a long-term partnership built around growth, consistency, and shared success.
Case studies
What Franchisees Have to Say
“When I was at school, my teachers saw my passion for drama, but my father urged me toward a more traditional path. For years I moved between jobs, always gravitating toward roles that involved training and performance, yet never fully satisfying my creative drive. Everything changed nearly twenty years ago when I discovered CREW was looking for presenters. I took a leap of faith, became self-employed, and stepped into a role that blended performance, education, and energy. Since then, I’ve delivered workshops in countless schools, watching children grow from Year 1 to Year 6 and seeing their faces light up when they spot CREW in the corridor.
The excitement is infectious — teachers often comment on how pupils eagerly welcome us each visit. Working with CREW gives me the freedom to keep performing while inspiring young minds. These years have been the most exciting and rewarding of my working life.”
John Marshall, CREW UK Franchisee.
