Your Future in Nails Starts Here 💅
We specialise in helping beginners take their very first steps into the nail industry. With ABT-accredited courses, expert educators, and ongoing support, you will gain the skills and confidence to build your career — whether you train in person or online.
About Kelly Ashby Nail Academy
At Kelly Ashby Academy, we are passionate about helping complete beginners take their first steps in the nail industry with confidence and clarity. Our focus is on building strong, lasting foundations so you leave feeling capable, supported, and ready to work with real clients.
Why Choose Us?
✨ Beginner-Friendly Training
We know what it’s like to start from scratch — that’s why our courses are designed with new learners in mind. We break everything down into clear, easy-to-follow steps, making sure you feel comfortable and confident at every stage.
👩🏼🏫 Expert Educators
Kelly brings 26+ years in the industry and Francesca brings 20+ years, combining real-world salon experience with proven teaching methods. You will learn, not just the techniques, but also the why behind them — plus plenty of insider tips to prepare you for real clients.
🤝 ABT-Accredited Courses
All of our training is ABT-accredited, giving you a recognised qualification that boosts your credibility, allows you to get insured, and opens the door to professional opportunities.
📱Ongoing Support
We are here for you before, during, and after your course. Whether you train in person or online, you will have access to ongoing guidance so you never feel stuck once you start working on your own.
💻Flexible Learning Options
We offer both face-to-face and online training, so you can choose the learning style that fits your lifestyle and schedule.
Learn hands-on with expert guidance in small, supportive classes. Our face-to-face training is perfect if you want direct feedback, real practice, and the confidence to start taking clients straight away.
Study at your own pace from the comfort of home. Our ABT-accredited online courses are beginner-friendly and come with ongoing support, so you never feel like you’re learning alone.
Kelly Wilson
Founder & Lead Educator
With over 26 years in the nail industry and 8 years as an educator, I have guided hundreds of students through their very first steps into the nail world. My approach is all about keeping things clear, encouraging, and practical — no jargon, just real techniques that work in the salon.
I love creating a relaxed learning space where you feel supported every step of the way. Whether it’s your first time holding a nail brush or you’re looking to sharpen your skills, I am here to help you leave confident, capable, and excited to work with clients and create a successful business.
“I love seeing that spark in a student’s eyes when they realise — ‘I can do this!’ — it’s the best part of my job.”
Francesca Rowland
Educator
Francesca brings over 20 years of salon experience. She has a natural ability to make beginners feel at ease, creating a calm, welcoming, and approachable learning environment where every question is encouraged & supported.
Her patient, encouraging style helps students progress quickly and confidently, making each step of learning feel clear, achievable, and enjoyable from start to finish. Francesca believes that with the right guidance, anyone can develop the skills & confidence to create beautiful results and build a successful future in nails.
“I love helping beginners discover their confidence, those little wins in class are everything.”
