Become a Blue Tit Academy model

What can I expect?

At our Academy, students undergo comprehensive training in cutting, colouring, and styling diverse hair types. Our skilled educators provide expert guidance throughout the process, guaranteeing a high level of service.

Education is a fundamental part of Blue Tit; we are committed to continually honing the skills of our stylists and apprentices to deliver exceptional quality at our salons.

Becoming a model is easy—you can now book your appointment directly through our online booking portal.

Academy price list

Half Head Highlights	A student colour service designed to add brightness and dimension through the top and sides of the hair. Ideal for refreshing existing highlights or creating a softer blonde result.	£38	3hrs
T-Section Highlights	A student colour service focused on brightening the parting and hairline areas. Perfect for maintaining highlights between larger colour appointments.	£38	3hrs
Face Framing	A student colour service designed to add brightness around the face for a softer, lighter and more defined look.	£38	3hrs
Half Head Balayage	A student colour service using hand-painted lightening techniques to create soft, natural-looking brightness through the visible areas of the hair.	£56	2hrs
T-Section Balayage	A student colour service focused on creating subtle brightness around the face and parting using balayage techniques. Ideal for maintaining a lived-in colour result.	£38	2hrs
Bleach Roots	A student colour service focused on lightening regrowth to maintain an existing all-over blonde result. Suitable for regular bleach maintenance appointments.	£53	2hrs
Full Head Tint	A student colour service applying one shade of permanent colour from roots to ends to create an even, refreshed colour result with shine and depth.	£38	2hrs
Root Tint	A student colour service focused on refreshing regrowth and maintaining your existing colour from root to mid-lengths.	£30	2hrs
Full Head Gloss	A student colour service applying one shade of semi-permanent colour from roots to ends to create an even, refreshed colour result with shine and depth.	£30	2hrs
Long Layered Cut	A student haircut focused on creating movement, softness and shape through long hair while maintaining length. Perfect for clients looking for refreshed, wearable layers.	£25	1.5hrs
Shoulder-length Cut	A student haircut designed to create shape and movement in hair that sits around the shoulders. Tailored to suit your hair type and everyday styling routine.	£25	1.5hrs
One-length Bob	A student haircut focused on precision cutting techniques to create a clean, one-length bob with a strong, polished shape.	£25	1.5hrs
Graduated Bob	A student haircut using graduation techniques to build shape and volume through the back while maintaining a tailored finish.	£25	1.5hrs
Curly Layered Cut	A student haircut using graduation techniques to build shape and volume through the back while maintaining a tailored finish.	£25	1.5hrs
Shag/Wolf Cut	A student haircut using layering and texturising techniques to create movement, texture and a lived-in finish inspired by modern shag and wolf cuts.	£25	1.5hrs
Short Precision Cut	A student haircut focused on precision cutting techniques to create a clean, tailored short style. Suitable for structured crops, pixie cuts, short bobs and other detail-focused shapes.	£13	1.5hrs
Short Back & Sides	A student haircut using clipper and scissor techniques to create a clean, tailored short style. Ideal for maintaining shape and sharpness around the back and sides.	£13	1.5hrs
Twist Out	A student styling service using two-strand twists to create defined, stretched curls with volume, movement and natural texture.	£75	120mins
Silk Press	A student styling service that smooths and straightens natural hair using heat styling techniques, creating a sleek finish while maintaining movement and shine.	£25	120mins

FAQs

When can I visit the academy as a model?
Appointments are available on Monday and Wednesday at our Clapton salon, where our academy is located.

Who will provide my service?
Our students have varying levels of experience, but their training is supervised at every stage. During your visit, your stylist will be mentored by an experienced educator who will offer guidance and may intervene at times.

What should I expect from a Blue Tit Academy appointment?
Our Academy appointments give our students crucial hands-on experience under the direct supervision of expert educators. As you are joining us as a training model, please keep in mind that services naturally take a little longer than standard salon visits and stylists may occasionally run behind schedule or change before or during your appointment to suit specific training modules. Additionally, our educators will assess your hair upon arrival and reserve the right to adjust or cancel the service if it isn’t suitable for the scheduled lesson, and final results will reflect the stylist’s current stage of training, meaning finishes may differ from a standard salon service.

How long will my appointment take?
Training services naturally take a little longer than standard salon visits as they are carried out in an educational environment, and stylists may occasionally run behind schedule. Please ensure you allow plenty of extra time for your appointment.

Do I need an allergy test for a colour service?

Yes, your safety comes first, so just like our main salon services, colour appointments at the Academy require a valid patch test—meaning you must have had a colour service or patch test at any Blue Tit salon within the last six months, or pop into any branch at least 48 hours before your appointment for a quick walk-in test. Please note that if you haven’t completed a patch test at least 48 hours in advance, we will unfortunately have to cancel your booking.

Can I cancel if I need to?
Should you need to cancel an appointment we ask that you give us at least 48 hours’ notice so we can rearrange or offer the spot to another model.

What happens if I am unhappy with the results of my service?
We want every model to have a positive experience, but as these are training sessions, all feedback, complaints, and redo requests are managed exclusively by the Blue Tit Academy. We do not offer monetary refunds or complimentary corrective services at our main salons. Any complimentary follow-up or adjustment services will be fulfilled solely at the Academy.

Will my image be used on social media?
Yes, photography or video filming may take place during your visit for training, assessment, and educational or promotional purposes. Rest assured, all imagery is handled securely in line with the Data Protection Act and our Blue Tit GDPR policy.

What salon policies apply to my visit?
The Academy operates under standard Blue Tit salon policies. We maintain a warm, welcoming environment for everyone and enforce a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding abuse or inappropriate behaviour. You can read full details in our Right to Refuse Service Policy.