We individualise all our learners and encourage them to develop in a way that will suit their learning style. We have a wealth of commercial floristry experience, together with formal teacher training qualifications which enables us to inspire and guide our learners through the courses and qualifications we offer. We add value to all our courses by working with specialist florists, floral artists and designers, bringing them to The Floristry School to work with our students on specialist subjects, helping to give the students a knowledge and understanding of the wide floral industry.
Our Exeter venue
Whether you’re a flower-loving hobbyist or searching for a professional career change, you are in safe hands with us. We offer flexible courses that can take you on a journey from beginner to masters, taught by the highest qualified team of tutors in the UK (all holding prestigious British Masters qualifications)
Our classes range from:
Part time beginners floristry – either in class or online (Level 2)
Career changing fast track (6 week intensive) course (Level 2)
Stunning location just outside of the historic City of Exeter in Devon, UK – in our newly refurnished barn with its two large dedicated classrooms. We also have our own cutting garden and picnic area for lunch breaks – the perfect setting for you to learn!
Or, you can choose the comfort of your own home, with our online courses with personal tutor, the choice is yours.
Hopefully all the information you need is on this website but please do not hesitate to get in touch with any queries -large or small.
Why choose us?
With our fun, friendly and innovative approach to floristry we are one of the leading sustainable floristry schools in the world, lead by Julie Collins (UK Master Florist and Sustainable Officer for British Floristry Associations) and Tina Parkes (UK, Dutch, & USA Master Florist, International Demonstrator and Author)
Whether you are an absolute beginner or a seasoned florist we have the floristry course to inspire you and take your technical floristry skills to new heights.
Our award-winning team of highly qualified and experienced tutors (all holding British Masters qualifications) have the expertise to take you on the ultimate floristry journey from a novice right through to becoming a British Master.
You can dive straight into one of our Level 2 courses which are all suitable for beginners or you can try out one of our floristry Tasters or Workshops. To progress to a higher level (on completion of Level 2) you can sign up to our advanced Level 3 courses and then ultimately onto the stimulating City & Guilds Levels 4 and 5 courses (British Master).
All our courses are super flexible so you can fit them into your busy life. You can also sign up as finances allow and can build the qualification over a time period that suit you.
Our students can also take part in real life, exclusive floristry events working alongside many of our professional associates and organisations (e.g Jonathan Moseley & the RHS). We also encourage our students to take part in prestigious competitions both during and after your time with us.
We will help you expand your professional floristry experience, develop your personal design skills and put your floristry training into practice.
Welcome to the Academy family!
Studio or Online
Welcome to the Academy
We have a range of floristry courses starting each month from professional floristry and beginner flower arranging as well as workshops and tasters, so if you love flowers and want to get started on a career or just learn a new skill we have something for everyone.
See our calendar for all our start dates.
Online Courses:
Alternatively, you can start right away with one of our comprehensive and professional online floristry courses!
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If you want any advice as to which course is suitable for you, just give Julie a call on 01392 834893
Your career as a florist starts here.
Leading the field in Online Floristry Training, Kay’s Flower School are one step ahead always in every aspect of floristry training. If working in the flower industry is your dream job, you are in the right place, no matter where you are in the world.
Shop stand-alone courses
Our Stand Alone Online Flower Courses are designed with the complete beginner in mind. They include step by step tuition and teach you mechanics, recipes, tricks and tips for each design.
They differ from our professional certificate program in that you follow the course on-line in your own time and can be purchased at any time.
There is no Bloom Room, but you can email any questions to your tutor at any time.
Who We Are
Kay’s Flower School is Ireland’s exclusive and renowned award winning commercial flower school offering top class training and support to florists at all stages in their ever blossoming careers.
With over 37 years of expertise and experience within the floral industry, we are still as passionate about flower arranging, floristry and floral design as we were from day one, so it is no surprise that students flock from all corners of the world, to train, upskill and soak up the endless knowledge and skills that the vibrant duo Janette and Deirdre have to offer.
We train you to arrange flowers commercially to make profit, we teach you to cost and price flower arrangements commercially, we teach you how to consult with customers and clients when taking orders for floral designs and we teach you how to run an actual flower business be it a flower shop, a flower studio or indeed a freelance floral designer.
If your dream job is to work as a florist, or indeed start your own floral business, do get in touch with us and we can guide you on your journey
Join us for a day of Christmas designing here at The Floristry School on 1st, 2nd or 3rd December 2023.
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Join us for a day of Christmas designing here at The Floristry School on 1st, 2nd or 3rd December 2023.
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Marion Lemmen
Sustainable design, Still life designs and designing with grasses.
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Sustainable design, Still life designs and designing with grasses.
Jan15
Sustainable design, Still life designs and designing with grasses.
Our contemporary training workshop is based within Eagle Works, Little Kelham, Sheffield
Courses are delivered by our team of industry and academically qualified tutors who have many years of commercial, business and educational floristry experience. This is enhanced and supported by visiting teachers and trainers who bring with them a wealth of specialist, creative and commercial knowledge.
Our Team
Joanne Biddle MDPF, AFLoPF, Cert.Ed. EMC
Jo is an English Master Florist and qualified teacher and has taught Floristry related subjects for over 20 years, during which time she owned a successful floristry retail business in Lincolnshire for 10 years. Jo is a member of the BFA Education and Training Committee and has helped to develop the new Level 2 Apprenticeship Florist Standard with the BFA and the Institute for Apprenticeships. Jo is currently studying towards the final part 3 of her European Masters qualification in Floristry. Jo teaches on the Level 5 Master Diploma programme and oversees and verifies the apprenticeship programmes.
Abigail McGuire ICSF, AFIoPF
Abby has been in the floristry industry for over 27 years and has owned a successful retail floristry business in the Sheffield area for over 20 years. Abby teaches on the Level 2 apprenticeship programme and also the Level 4 Higher Diploma in Floristry. Abby is a qualified teacher and a member of the BFA. She is currently studying towards her Level 5 Master Diploma in Professional Floristry.
Rebecca Hough MDPF, AFIoPF
Rebecca is a Master Florist and qualified lecturer with a successful background in competition work including winning RHS Chelsea Florist of the Year. Rebecca is a member of the BFA Education and Training Committee and works alongside the team to develop industry qualifications and Standards. Rebecca teaches on the Level 5 Master Diploma programme and is responsible for overseeing the quality and delivery of the Apprenticeship Standards and Level 4 Higher Diploma programme.
