NAF School

Aftercare is KEY! 💦

Not only does nail & cuticle oil bring a manicure to life at the end of every appointment, but it’s an amazing retail option to be able to offer to clients that encourages nail health & maintenance between visits!

Apply for a PRO account with our very own today! They also just happen to have 25% OFF EVERYTHING right now so it’s the perfect time to stock up on all your new nail & handcare faves 🙌🏼😍

Learn from the educator behind Jamie Genevieve’s signature BIAB™ manicure 💅🏼

𝘜𝘱𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘉𝘐𝘈𝘉™ 𝘕𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘕𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘋𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴:
✨ July 10th, 10am *limited availability*
✨ August 21st, 10am

𝘞𝘏𝘈𝘛’𝘚 𝘐𝘕𝘊𝘓𝘜𝘋𝘌𝘋:
In this 1/2 day course, our Educator Eilidh will first cover the differences between each formula in ’s BIAB™ range, before going in-depth on application & safe removal techniques.

In addition, Eilidh will recap nail industry health, safety and hygiene, including anatomy and physiology of the natural nail and skin, to ensure you have the most up-to-date, in-depth knowledge 🙌🏼

Secure your space NOW via the link in our bio!

✨ 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗨𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 ✨

Meet Bethany (AKA .gla) 💅🏼🩷 Bethany graduated from NAF! School back in January of this year after completing training in our 3-day Full Gel Bottle Course!

Now qualified in gel polish, BIAB natural nail services & gel extensions, Bethany started practicing on friends & family before officially taking on clients at the end of February and has been slaying the nail game ever since! Even being shortlisted as a finalist for the - what an achievement 👏🏼👏🏼

We can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next! 🩷

Let’s reintroduce ourselves 👋🏼💘✨

We’re NAF! School, an ABT accredited training centre located in Glasgow’s City Centre and ’s only Scottish Educators 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Born from our award-winning NAF! Salon, we started teaching in January of 2020 and since then have welcomed over a thousand budding beauty professionals through our doors!

It’s been an incredible journey, starting from a shared meeting room in our first Bath St office to having 2 amazing classrooms in our beautiful 4 story Victorian townhouse, now known as House of NAF! 🏡🥹

We have an incredible team of Educators who bring a wealth of industry knowledge and experience to each lesson, so our students can rest easy knowing they are in great hands! From beginner courses to up-skilling & 1-1s, we have a little something for everyone 🙌🏼

We also massively pride ourselves on providing an inclusive learning space, regardless of age, gender or experience - everyone is welcome at NAF! School and nothing makes us happier than seeing this incredible industry bring people together 🫶🏼

If you’d like to get in touch regarding one of our courses, please pop us a DM or email [email protected] & one of our team will get back to you 💗 Otherwise, head to the link in our bio to view upcoming course dates & secure your space for July & August!

We hope to see you soon… 🎓

Hello! It’s been a while… ✨

While our NAF! School socials may have looked a little quiet this year, we promise that we’re still very much here and have been super busy behind the scenes!

This year we’ve continued teaching lots of amazing & NAF! School 1-1s, welcoming new & returning students through our doors every week, working with young people through our Nail Your Future programme & exploring other exciting avenues to grow our offering 💅🏽💭

Make sure you’re following us and have the notification bell turned on to make sure you don’t miss any of our posts & keep updated on all things NAF! School 🫶🏼

📢 P.S. There is currently a 𝟮𝟬% 𝗢𝗙𝗙 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗘 on our courses - so you should definitely check that out 👀 Ending soon!

REMAINING SPACES ✨ Join us for our final BIAB class of the year on 22nd Nov!

This cult product helps the natural nails remain healthy, strong and long and is a perfect option if they’re prone to breakages - an essential for nail techs everywhere! BOOK your space via the link in bio

💅🏼: Claws by In-House Educator using ’s Dolly BIAB

Spooky savings! 👻 For a limited time only, save up to 20% on all tab accredited courses, including Full GelBottle, BIAB and E-file! 🙌🏻

Secure your space at NAF! School via the link in bio 🎓

PSA 📣 Don't forget to take advantage of 's 20% off Summer sale 🌞
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​Run, don't walk & BOOK your space via the link in bio! We hope to see you at NAF! School soon 💘


                         

A huge WELL DONE to this fabulous student for achieving her Manicure & Gel Polish Qualification 🙌🏼 Wanna get yours? Join us for our next NAF! School ABT Accredited course on 21st & 22nd July - Spaces are filling up so make sure to secure your spot today! 💅🏽


                       

JUST LAUNCHED - NEW NAF! SCHOOL COURSES! 🎓

Introducing our brand new Manicure & Gel Polish 2-day course, accredited by ABT 📚 During this course, you’ll learn the perfect nail prep, luxury treatments, polish application, through intensive theory and practical elements. You’ll also be taught the essentials of the gel polish system to get you set up as a qualified nail tech 🙌🏽

NEXT CLASS:
💅🏽: 12 - 13th April

Perfect for beginners as no prior qualification is needed! 😌

MORE INFO & HOW TO BOOK 👉🏽 bit.ly/nf-courses

Are you interested in becoming a nail technician, but wondering what kind of career paths are available? 💭 Let's take a look at some of the amazing career opportunities that you could be waiting for you... 

💅🏻 Salon owner: You'll have the freedom to create your own schedule, business model & employ your own staff

🙌🏽 Employed by a Salon: Being employed by an already-established salon is a great way for Nail Technicians to build their confidence & work alongside a team 

🎬 Session work: You have the opportunity to work with photographers, fashion designers or TV companies, preparing nails for photo shoots or fashion shows 

🎓 Educator: You can share your passion & expertise with others, and have a stable income and work schedule. 

No matter which path you choose, becoming a nail technician can be a rewarding & fulfilling career. It offers endless opportunities for creativity, self-expression, and personal growth. What career path would you choose?

TGB Nail Art Workshop: Valentine’s Edition 💗💕💖 Now LIVE!

Swipe for more info and head to the link in our bio to book 🫶🏼

New year, new career 💫 Kickstart your dream career in the nail industry with NAF! School 🎓 Our CIBTAC Level 2 in Nail Services: Provide Manicure & Pedicure Services course will equip you with all the required knowledge and skills you'll need to start your journey on the best path possible

👉🏻 BOOK on to our course starting 14th January today & spread the cost over 3, 6, 9, or 12 months with Payl8r. Deadline for course enrolment is 22nd Dec, so act fast! 🏫

*Subject to affordability assessments. NAF! School LTD is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Social Money LTD t/a Payl8r. Missed payments may affect your credit file, future borrowing and incur fees.

Should you choose a 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 or 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 nail course? Here’s everything you need to know to help you make that decision and propel you into an exciting career in the nail industry 💅🏼 Please feel free to share!

Wanna chat further? Our DMs and emails are always open ✨

It’s time to level up! 💫 We’re thrilled to bring you our brand new regulated courses where you can gain a Level 2 OFQUAL (equivalent to an SQA Level 5) college qualification in just 6 weeks at NAF! School 👏🏽
Earlier this year we launched our very own Accredited Short Courses in Manicure & Pedicure, Gel Polish and L&P Enhancements. It’s always been a dream of ours to offer an OFQUAL Regulated Manicure & Pedicure course (the same qualification you’d get as part of a longer course at college) and after working extensively with the amazing team at BABTAC and CIBTAC we are so excited to announce dates for this brand new course in 2023.
We’re still offering our BABTAC CPD courses in Gel Polish and L&P, but we’ve been working away behind the scenes to replace our Short Course in Manicure and Pedicure with our CIBTAC Level 2 – Provide Manicure and Pedicure Services Qualification. If you’re looking to become a professional nail technician with the best start in the industry, this course will ensure you have the in-depth theory understanding and practical knowledge to get the most out of any Short Course you add on with us or any other training provider thereafter.
Why choose our Level 2 course? Let us give you the lowdown…
🎓 6 days face-to-face learning
🎓 Additional online learning including instant access to Marian Newmans NailKnowledge ( if they have one)
🎓 Intensive theory lessons including History, Culture, Anatomy, Physiology and Health & Safety 🎓Minimum 24 hours of practical learning that will teach you how to provide luxury Manicure & Pedicure services
🎓Future proof your skills with this OFQUAL Recognised Qualification that ensures you will be insured by BABTAC and other insurers to use metal tools during Manicure & Pedicure services
Available to BOOK NOW with dates starting from January 2023 via the link in bio & if you have any Q’s our DMs are always open! 🥰
Leave a 💗 emoji if you got to the end of this post... we know it was long 👀

It’s Scottish Careers Week and to mark the occasion, we’re taking a moment to highlight the amazing opportunities within the Scottish Beauty Industry 💅🏽 We’ll be sharing some career stories of our wonderful NAFIA and the journey of how they got to where they are now ✨

Meet Eilidh, the newest edition to the NAF! School educator team! 👋🏻

Eilidh has an *interesting* career history, let us give you the run down… She earned her degree in interior design and worked as a Pharmacy Technician all before her life as a nail tech! In 2014 Eilidh decided to apply her skills in a whole new way and qualified with the Scottish Beauty School, worked self-employed for a few years then joined the NAF! Salon team in 2019! 💘

Known to deliver impeccable nail art with her signature styles being abstract and marble effect, Eilidh has been working away behind the scenes over the last few months to become an Educator! 🎓 We are SO proud of her journey and it’s safe to say she’s killin’ it 📚

What can we learn from Eilidh’s story?💡You should never be scared to totally change your career path… you never know what amazing things are waiting for you!

👉🏾 Read more about Eilidh’s career journey, her highlights and the most important lessons she’s learned whilst working in the industry

It’s Scottish Careers Week 🎉 We are taking a moment to highlight the exciting & amazing opportunities within the Scottish Beauty Industry!

Whether you’re interested in the nail or beauty industry or have a creative flair, training in nail services can be just one step into a wide and varied career in beauty! Become an expert in the field or give yourself a world of opportunities 🙌🏽🎓

Here at NAF! School, we will equip you with all the theory and practical skills you need to kickstart your career in one of the UK’s most thriving industries. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to upskill, we have a variety of courses available to suit your desired career path!

Stay tuned for loads of content to inspire you to take the next step in your future career 💅🏼

Say hello to the newest member of NAF! School, our wonderful educator Eilidh 👋🏻

Since qualifying in 2014, Eilidh previously worked self-employed before joining the NAF! Salon team in 2019 💅🏻 Known to deliver impeccable nail art and for her flair for creating structured builder manicures, we're super excited to have Eilidh teaching in our classrooms!

Learning from Eilidh's theory knowledge and practical skills will set you up for a successful career in the industry 🎓✨

Are you E-file trained yet? 💅🏽
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​Join us on one of our upcoming TGB E-file classes where you will learn how to become the most efficient nail tech possible 🙌🏻
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​You will learn how to safely and effectively use the TGB E-file, as well as covering cuticle removal and prep too ✨
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​Our fantastic educators will cover everything from which speeds to work at for different products, advise you the best e file bits to use, as well as guiding you practically and demoing lots of different E-file techniques

BOOK NOW 👉🏻👉🏻👉🏻 bit.ly/tgb-efile
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​Upcoming Classes:
​🎓 4th Nov
​🎓 26th Nov
​🎓 7th Dec

Why should you add BIAB (Builder in a Bottle) to your client offering? Well let us tell you... 👇🏾
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​The perks:
💘 Acts as a strengthening barrier for natural nails ​
​✨ It's perfect for weak or damaged nails
​👏🏻 No chipping or lifting, which helps the natural nail grow
💦 Can be infilled or soaked off
🎨 ​Can be left on it's on (TGB have a stunning BIAB shade range) or finished with a gel colour
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​BOOK onto our next Natural Nail Class: bit.ly/nafschoolbiab
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​📸: by using 'Dolly' BIAB and 'After Dark

Secure your spot on one of our upcoming TGB courses and kickstart your dream career in the nail industry 🥰💭

We have a sessions left for our Full Gel Bottle course for 2022 so make sure you don't miss out by booking now & be ready to head into the New Year as a newly qualified Nail Tech 🎓

𝙐𝙥𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨:
25th October
29th November
8th December
15th December
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BOOK 👉🏽 bit.ly/FullGelBottle

📸: Painted at by using 'Jungle' and ' '

✨ BIAB appreciation post ✨

Help your clients achieve the long natural nails they’ve always dreamed of with the help from Builder in a Bottle 🙌🏽 BIAB helps the natural nails remain healthy, strong and long and is a perfect option if they’re prone to breakages 💅🏼

Join us on our upcoming BIAB courses here at NAF! School where you will be able to master the cult product that has become an essential for nail techs everywhere - BOOK now via our website 

👉🏼𝙐𝙥𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨
31st August
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7th October
1st November

We’d like to wish good luck to everyone receiving their exam results today ✨ While exam results are important, we want to take a moment to remind you that they aren’t everything. Whether you got what you were hoping for (or even if you didn’t!) the main thing is to keep going 🙌🏼

One of the most important things to do going forward is to take control of your future 👊🏽 If you haven’t decided what next steps you want to take in life but are interested in the Nail or Beauty Industry or have a creative flair, you might want to check out our NAF! School BABTAC accredited courses. Our courses will equip you with all the theory and practical skills you need to kick start your career in a thriving billion pound Beauty Industry. Check course details via the link in our bio! 🎓

Take it from us - there’s to success. You got this 💪🏻

Meet NAF! School Educator, Abby 👋🏼
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​It's a hard task but if we had to sum up Abby in just 3 words it would be: creative, caring and passionate ✨
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​Having worked in the beauty industry since 2016, Abby has a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we are so grateful to have her as part of our Educator team 🎓 Bringing a calm and positive energy to the classroom, you'll feel fully supported in every step of your NAF! School journey 💅🏽
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Check out our courses 👉🏻 www.nafschool.com

NAF School updated their address.

WE MOVED 🎓 We are officially all moved in to our beautiful new home at 19 Elmbank Street, Glasgow and can’t wait to begin teaching ✨

Here’s a sneak peek at just one of our new classrooms (yes, we have more than one now!!) and scroll along for a lil’ look at the ‘before’ too 🤌🏼

We’re so incredibly excited to continue adding all the finishing touches and give you a real tour once we’re all settled in 🥰

Thank you for coming along on this journey with us, we can’t wait to welcome more of you at NAF! School very soon 🤍

TGB’S SUMMER SALE IS HERE ☀️ Take advantage of 15% OFF selected courses, plus 25% OFF TGB product kits with every course booking - AMAZING!!

What’s on offer?
🎓 Beginner Gel Polish
🎓 Beginner Gel Extensions
🎓 Full GelBottle

Learn more for less, and book now via the link in our bio 💘

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🎓 NAF! SCHOOL COURSES & NEW WEBSITE NOW LIVE 🎓 Head to nafschool.com to book onto our new courses - as well as exploring our fully revamped website 🔥 We can’t wait to hear what you think, and we’re even more excited to welcome new students through our doors!

*P.S. Friendly reminder of some other exciting news: We’re moving this month! Find us at 19 Elmbank Street, Glasgow from July 22nd onwards, teaching our new courses 🌟