Mini First Aid was founded in January 2014 by mum of six, Kate Ball, with a mission to deliver high-quality baby and child first aid classes to parents and carers. Since then, the business has grown rapidly and now trains over 2,000 people every week across the UK in basic and life-saving first aid.
Our multi award-winning classes are designed to be relaxed, accessible, and confidence-boosting - giving you the knowledge and skills to act in a medical emergency. We offer sessions for the whole family, including parents, grandparents, carers, and even children as young as three.
In 2021, Kate and her husband Matt appeared on Dragons’ Den and secured investment from Sara Davies MBE. Since then, Mini First Aid has continued to expand, including the development of our own range of brilliant first aid products, now stocked in major retailers.
Mini First Aid classes are CPD-accredited, and we are proud members of the First Aid Industry Body. We also provide a comprehensive range of certified first aid courses for those needing formal qualifications. As the UK’s leading provider of paediatric first aid, we are passionate about empowering families and professionals alike with essential first aid skills.
We also host The Family Health Podcast with Mini First Aid, where founder Kate speaks with leading experts each week to share honest, reassuring advice on the family health topics that matter most.
Hi, I'm Liz. I have worked in the childcare industry for 12 years working with children from 6 months to 11 years old. Through this period, and from having my own 2 crazy children, I have learnt a huge amount about first aid and how important it is. I have been in many first aid situations and my first aid training gave me the confidence to deal with the injuries appropriately. I feel this is a skill that all parents should have as sometimes the unexpected will happen, and remaining calm and confident is the key. My classes are fully interactive and I will be open to answer any questions or concerns that you may have. You can either attend an open class or arrange a private class if that would make you feel more comfortable. Please contact me with your requirements and I will work out the best way forward. I look forward to seeing you at one of my classes.
Hello. My name is Fran. My husband Ritchie and I are proud parents of two girls, Abigail 16 and Sophie 11, together with my two Border terriers we enjoy the many benefits of living in this beautiful part of the country. I have been a registered dental nurse for over 20 years at a busy dental surgery in Wendover where I also undertook the role of being the practices first aider. Last year I qualified as a first aid instructor and in the past few months I have enjoyed training mostly adults on paediatric first aid. I presently work as a deputy manager at a busy breakfast and after school club in a local primary school. For over 10 years now I have also been a cub leader where I am passionately involved in teaching my cubs some of the many important life skills and of course to gain their first aid badges. I would like to pass on both my knowledge and my experience that I have gained over the years and now provide confident first aid in today's world.
Hi, I'm Lell, Mummy to two little boys Fletcher & Fraser. Prior to having children, I worked in central London where I was the Workplace First Aider for two large corporate companies. However, I decided to become a First Aid Trainer after attending a Baby & Child first aid class whilst pregnant. I experienced a horrible accident with my eldest son when he was just 9mths old. Knowing First Aid enabled me to respond quickly, applying the correct methods required. Medical staff stated this has prevented my son from having long-term issues. This gave me the drive to train and pass on this valuable knowledge to other parents and carers. I look forward to seeing you in class x
Hi, I’m Marlene, and I’m proud to have been part of the Mini First Aid Family for six years, teaching essential first aid skills to parents, carers, and families. With over 25 years of first aid experience, much of my career was spent working for long-haul airlines, where I handled minor and major medical situations daily. On a personal level, as an aunt to five wonderful nieces and nephews, I’ve witnessed my fair share of bumps and scrapes. When my nephew had a choking incident at just one year old, it reinforced how vital first aid knowledge is, inspiring me to share my skills with others. I’ve been fortunate to work with parents-to-be, new parents, families, and carers, helping them feel confident in handling anything from cuts and scrapes to more serious emergencies, such as an unresponsive child. My goal is simple: to empower people with the knowledge and confidence to act when it matters most.
Hi, my name is Martin, and I am a father of two with twenty years’ experience as a workplace and sports first aid provider. Following being made redundant in September 2018 and desperate for a change of work routine, my wife introduced me to Mini First Aid. Having always enjoyed my first aid roles over the years, and wanting a new challenge, I took the plunge and joined the team. Fortunately, there was an area available in London, and so Mini First Aid North London was born. I have been up and running now since January 2019, and during this time have been lucky to have met and helped thousands of new parents, grandparents, carers, and children, not to mention getting to meet the newest members of their family! I love being able to help people feel more confident about dealing with life’s little lumps and bumps.
Hi, I’m Millie! I’ve been looking after children all my professional life. First as a volunteer for Mencap for five years, and for the last ten years as a paediatric nurse. I spent six years at Great Ormond Street Hospital, latterly as part of the nurse education team, teaching staff and parents differing levels of life support. Recently, I’ve been on maternity leave from my specialist nurse role at Evelina Children’s Hospital, focusing on getting to grips with being a mum to our wonderful son, Finley. Since becoming a mum, I have realised there are so many different anxieties around being a parent, and many parents feel this especially around their child’s health. I’m looking forward to helping every parent that takes a Mini First Aid course to feel confident they can deal with any situation their little ones can throw at them!
Hi! My name is Nicola and I am a Mini First Aid Trainer. I am also a EYFS Childcare Provider and have an NVQ level 2 in Childcare. As a Mum of two I fully understand how worrying the early years can be at times as naturally we want to do everything in our power to keep our little ones safe and protected. The early years are such a precious time and I want to help empower Parents, Grandparents and Carers to gain the basic first aid knowledge, skills and confidence they need to keep children safe in an emergency situation
Hi, I'm Rachelle. First of all I just love working with families and children to promote health and wellbeing. I am a paediatric nurse by background. Throughout my career I have worked in acute wards, maternity and surgical units. I have always loved educating and supporting families. My passion for healthcare ensures I am able to support and provide each family with knowledge and assurance. I joined the Mini First Aid family to equip and educate families across the UK to spread awareness and teach all things first aid. I am so excited to meet you all.
Mini First Aid is expanding as our demand for classes continues to grow.
Mini First Aid are looking for dynamic confident individuals who would like to work with all ages and feel passionately about teaching first aid.
The business is family friendly allowing our franchisees to balance owning a business with family life.
Full training is provided at the beginning of your franchise and Mini First Aid continue to support their franchisees with professional development training throughout their franchise period.
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