Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it becomes achievable. Thrive is a bonus service led by our Director, Martina Mullings, designed to help individuals turn their ideas into sustainable enterprises.

While Malearn’s main work is in childcare provision and training, Thrive reflects our wider commitment to empowering people to succeed in self-employment and enterprise. From business planning and compliance to marketing and growth strategies, Martina draws on her experience in leadership and quality assurance to provide practical, step-by-step guidance.

Through Thrive, individuals can receive support with:

• Developing a business model and preparing for launch
• Understanding regulatory and quality standards
• Creating essential policies and operating systems
• Building long-term sustainability and growth strategies
• Increasing confidence and entrepreneurial skills

One of Thrive’s key focuses is childcare start-ups, where Martina provides tailored support with business planning, policies and safeguarding, staffing, preparing the environment, choosing resources, and engaging parents.

While the examples come from childcare, the same principles of business planning, compliance, and sustainable growth apply across wider enterprise ventures. With step-by-step support, new providers gain the confidence and practical tools they need to establish strong, sustainable businesses.

If you’re considering starting your own childcare business and would like expert guidance, get in touch today to enquire about Thrive.