Frequently Asked Questions
The questions parents ask most. If yours is not here, ask it when you book a consultation.
Getting started
How do we get started?
Book a consultation. We talk through where the student is now, what they are aiming for and what is getting in the way. From there I suggest a plan, and you decide whether it feels right. There is no obligation.
How much does tuition cost?
Fees depend on the level and format of tuition. I confirm them clearly during the initial consultation, before any commitment is made.
Lessons
How long is a lesson, and how often?
Most students benefit from a regular weekly session, with extra sessions in the run-up to mocks and final exams. We agree the right length and frequency for the student during the consultation.
How do online lessons work?
Online lessons run over video call with a shared digital whiteboard, so the student and I can write, annotate and work through problems together in real time. Notes from the session are shared afterwards. All that is needed is a laptop or tablet and a reliable connection.
Where do in-person lessons take place?
In-person tuition is available locally. Areas covered and arrangements are agreed at the consultation. If travel is not practical, online tuition offers exactly the same teaching.
Exams
Which exam boards do you cover?
All the major UK boards, including AQA, Edexcel, OCR and WJEC, as well as IGCSE. Teaching and practice papers are matched to the specification the student is actually sitting.
Do you help with revision and exam technique?
Yes. Knowing the content is only part of the grade. Sessions include how to read command words, how marks are awarded, how to manage time, and how to build a revision plan that works.
Is homework set between lessons?
Usually, and always with a purpose: short, targeted practice that consolidates the session. It is planned around school workload rather than piled on top of it.
University
What university admissions support do you offer?
Guidance on course and university choices, personal statements, admissions tests such as UCAT, ESAT and MAT, and interview preparation, including Oxbridge, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science and STEM courses.
When should we start preparing for university applications?
Ideally during Year 12. Competitive courses have early deadlines and admissions tests that reward steady preparation, so starting in the spring or summer of Year 12 leaves comfortable time.
Still Have a Question?
Ask it directly. A consultation is a conversation, not a commitment.