Why ThinkSmart?
Focus on your passion, not the paperwork. Built for class-based businesses.
Seamlessly integrated with the tools you trust
We connect with leading finance and payment platforms so your bookkeeping happens automatically.
Teaching is your thing. Admin doesn’t have to be.
You didn't get into teaching to chase invoices or wrangle spreadsheets. With ThinkSmart you don’t have to. Everything you need to run a class based business lives in one place, so you can spend more of your time teaching.
Bookings
Keep your timetable organised and your classes full. Set up, manage and take bookings online, all in a few clicks.
Payments
Keep everything in sync without manual effort. Send invoices, take payments, and connect Xero or QuickBooks so you can stay on top of all your finances.
Comms
Build your reputation and keep parents in the loop. Email, SMS, and portal notifications make it easy to stay in touch and gather the feedback that matters.
Reporting
See exactly how your business is doing. From attendance to income, all your reports are in one place and easy to pull when you need them.
2,000+
Customers
4.8/5
Customer rating
The original class management platform
We started ThinkSmart back in 2007. Everything you see today has been shaped by 19+ years of real-world use and feedback from thousands of teachers and coaches just like you.
Built for class-based businesses
We’re not a generic booking tool trying to fit every industry. ThinkSmart was purpose-built for studios, schools, and clubs - so every feature fits how you work.
Real support from real people
No chatbots, no ticket queues, no runaround. Our team knows the platform inside out and is there when you need us.
“Great product - Does what it says on the tin! All the components of running a business which involves classes, staff, billing, collection of personal data are in one place. It is very easy and quick to set up and to learn how to use. The staff are always on the other end of the phone to give you personal instructions if you have a problem. No recorded messages!”
“Fantastic customer support, a rarity these days. The invoicing facility allows me to fully track payments. The schedule allows me to see, at a glance, all of the enrolled students. I can also keep track of attendance. I also love the event planner. All in all, this software has allowed me to claim back precious time.”
“Implementing ThinkSmart has been a smooth process and we are really happy. The team at ThinkSmart are very responsive and have been able to guide us through the process of setting up, allocating classes, creating invoices and receiving payments. The system represents great value because of the time saved and the efficiencies we have been able to get from using it.”
Proudly part of ClearCourse
ThinkSmart is part of ClearCourse, a UK-based technology group providing software and payments to businesses across a wide range of industries. Being part of a larger group brings real benefits to us and our customers alike. It means we can draw on the knowledge and experience of our fellow ClearCourse companies to continually improve the software you rely on every day, to keep sports and leisure businesses running smoothly.
Where there's an opportunity to integrate our software and deliver a better solution for sports and leisure businesses, we'll take it. And where we can work strategically alongside other ClearCourse companies to enhance what we offer you, we'll do exactly that. It's more backing for us, and better software for you.
Do what you do best - teach
Sign up for a free 14-day trial and find out why thousands of teachers use ThinkSmart to manage their classes every day.
Everything you need to know to get started
Which class-based industries does ThinkSmart work for?
ThinkSmart works for any class-based business. We’re particularly popular with swim schools, dance studios, music schools, gymnastics clubs, tennis academies, football clubs, martial arts schools and sports coaches, but if you run classes and take bookings, we can help.
Is my data safe with ThinkSmart?
Yes, safety is a top priority at ThinkSmart, and we take robust steps to safeguard your data from unauthorised access. We’re GDPR compliant, and your data is protected by multiple layers of security and detection systems. We also have two-step authentication for your account to make sure your business data is only ever accessed by the right people. You can verify identity by text or email, whichever works best for you.
Will my customers find it easy to use?
Absolutely. Parents can book classes, make payments, update their details and so much more using our Customer Portal. Fewer phone calls for you, more convenience for them.
How long does it take to get set up on ThinkSmart?
We’ll migrate your data and guide you through setup, so you’re live in no time. No tech skills required.
