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One-to-one online lessons with a tutor matched to your school’s exam board, subject and target grade. Lessons fit around school and revision, and you only pay for the tutoring you have completed.

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Complete an application online which will be received by one of our dedicatedLearning Advisors

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Our experienced Learning Advisor will review your application, and match youwith the most appropriate tutor based on your application

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Once we confirm with the tutor, the tutor will make contact to organise yourfirst session.

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Our tutors will work around your schedule to organise a session whenever youwould like. Only pay for tutoring you have completed.

Why GCSE needs the right tutor

GCSE is the first set of exams that follows a student for the rest of their education. Grades decide sixth-form and college options, and the volume of subjects makes it easy for one or two to slip.

What makes GCSE hard to prepare for alone

Students sit eight or more GCSEs at once, each with its own content and exam technique to manage. Classes are taught to the middle of the room, so a weak topic rarely gets the individual attention it needs, and the grade 4 and 5 thresholds in English and Maths leave little margin for error.

  • Eight or more subjects sat at once
  • Marks decided by technique, not recall
  • Grade 4 and 5 thresholds in English and Maths

How tutoring changes the outcome

One-to-one tutoring targets the two things a classroom cannot: exam technique and the specific topics a student keeps getting wrong. Our tutors work to your school’s specification, whether that is AQA, OCR, Edexcel or WJEC, and mark work the way an examiner would. Confidence follows from that, not the other way round.

  • Tutors matched to your school’s specification
  • Targeted work on areas of weakness
  • Confidence going into the exam

Two kinds of GCSE tutor

Choose between top-performing recent graduates or qualified teachers. Either way, our matching process finds you a tutor based on subject, exam board, target grade and availability.

Academic Tutors

from $50 USD/hr

Top performing graduates who achieved A*/A grades in the subject they teach.

How we select them
  • We accept only the top 5% of tutor applicants.
  • Each tutor is chosen for their academic results, teaching ability, and connection with students.
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Relatable role model: work with a tutor who is similar in age and can be a peer

Affordability: academic tutors are more cost-effective than professional tutors

First-hand experience: they sat these papers recently and know what worked

Professional Tutors

from $75 USD/hr

Current or past qualified teachers and examiners with 5+ years professional teaching experience.

How we select them
  • We only select highly experienced, qualified A-Level teachers.
  • Every teacher is assessed on their teaching expertise, subject knowledge, and ability to engage students.
Choose this if you want

Quality assurance: trained and accredited teaching qualifications

Guaranteed track record: years of experience helping students succeed

Subject expertise: deep understanding of content and exam board requirements

Due to our international operations we quote our prices in USD. Pound amounts are an indicative conversion and you will be invoiced in USD.

Academic Tutors

from £37 GBP/hr

Top performing graduates who achieved A*/A grades in the subject they teach.

Relatable role model: work with a tutor who is similar in age and can be a peer

Affordability: academic tutors are more cost-effective than professional tutors

First-hand experience: they sat these papers recently and know what worked

Professional Tutors

from £56 GBP/hr

Current or past qualified teachers and examiners with 5+ years professional teaching experience.

Quality assurance: trained and accredited teaching qualifications

Guaranteed track record: years of experience helping students succeed

Subject expertise: deep understanding of content and exam board requirements

Meet our GCSE tutors

Our team is a combination of A-Level graduates who sat these exams recently and qualified teachers with years of classroom and examining experience.

Shamim K, online GCSE English Tutor
Shamim K
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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Experienced GCSE and A Level English Language & Literature tutor, specialising in exam preparation, analytical writing and building students’ confidence. I use clear scaffolding, model answers and targeted feedback to help students understand what examiners are looking for and improve their grades. As an experienced examiner, I bring valuable insight into mark schemes and assessment objectives to help students reach their full potential.

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Louise B, online A Level Biology Tutor
Louise B
$75 USD/hr
Professional

13

Louise B has taught/tutored A level and GCSE/IGCSE Biology for over 10 years and is experienced at preparing students to perform well during their exams. Several of her A level students have gone on to study Medicine and many of her GCSE students have achieved a 9, but her biggest driver is to build the confidence in the young people she works with. Helping her students realised that they are more capable than they previously believed is what, she believes, enables them to make the fastest progress towards their goal.

At university Louise initially began studying Biochemistry but quickly realised that Microbiology was a bigger passion. She therefore has an excellent understanding of metabolic processes that students tend to find tricky. Her PhD in life sciences demonstrates that she understands the research process and is able to pass these skills onto her students.

Finally, Louise's teaching qualification was attained at the University of Oxford meaning that she is equipped with teaching skills that will allow her to get the best from her students. Her approach is to work with students with empathy and an open mind so that students grow in confidence and feel that they can achieve more than they previously thought possible.

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DJ M, online A Level Maths Tutor
DJ M
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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DJ has extensive experience working with private colleges in the UK particularly helping students prepare for their GCSE and A-level examinations. He is familiar with all of the exam boards and has the most amount of experience with AQA and Edexcel. He emphasizes the importance of interactive lessons with students to help improve their confidence and enjoyability of the subject matter. He also believes in practicing the concepts discussed in between tutoring sessions to help consolidate their level of understanding.

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Hans K, online A Level History Tutor
Hans K
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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I am Hans K and a native from Rotterdam, The Netherlands. I have been teaching IB/DP , IGCSE and 'O' and 'A' levels for the last 20 years on a variety of internationals schools, both in Europe and the U.S. I carry degrees from Leiden Uni. in Leiden, The Netherlands, and completed my doctors course work at Carnegie-Mellon Uni. in Pittsburgh, PA, USA. I have played First Division Amateur soccer in Holland and have coached for the last 20 years as well. Besides being a soccer fanatic, I am also a wolf conservationist supporter being associated with Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary in Ramah, NM. I read quite a lot as well and try and link my readings to what I teach in History. Finally, looking at the A-Level curriculum, I have extended experience in working with sources corresponding to the Unit of European History with specifics in World War I and II, the Interbellum Period, and the Cold War., the same applies for my IGCSE teachings. I think it was the Cambridge Assessment Exam Board where the exams were forwarded to by the school.

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Maja K, online A Level Maths & Physics Tutor
Maja K
$75 USD/hr
Professional

21

Maja is an experienced Physics and Mathematics teacher and tutor with over 25 years of experience in international education. She has taught students across a wide range of curricula and levels, including GCSE, A Level, IB and AP, and has experience working with different exam boards.

With a strong background in both classroom teaching and individual tutoring, Maja focuses on helping students build a solid understanding of concepts, develop problem-solving skills, and gain confidence in applying their knowledge to exam-style questions. She adapts her teaching to each student’s individual needs, whether they need help with specific topics, regular academic support, or focused exam preparation.

Maja is also an experienced IB Physics examiner and has previously worked as an AP Physics Reader, giving her a strong understanding of assessment and examination requirements. Her degree in Mechanical Engineering provides her with a strong analytical and mathematical foundation, which she brings into her teaching of both Physics and Mathematics.

Maja is passionate about education and enjoys helping students become more confident, independent learners. She believes that patience, consistency and perseverance are key to making progress, values she developed through her years of practicing karate and continues to bring to her teaching.

Outside of teaching, Maja enjoys fitness, ice skating, hiking, walking in nature, traveling, and crocheting, which she finds to be a relaxing and creative hobby.

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Aster A, online A Level Further Maths, Pure Maths & Physics Tutor
Aster A
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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Aster is an experienced international educator with a Bachelor's degree in Physics and several years of experience teaching and tutoring students across a range of international curricula, including Cambridge, Australian, and other globally recognised programs. She specialises in Physics, Mathematics, Science, English, and academic skills development, and has worked with students from primary school through to senior secondary levels.

Throughout her career, Aster has taught students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, including Australian students in online learning environments. Her experience extends beyond subject content to helping students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, exam techniques, academic writing, and independent learning skills. She is also experienced in supporting students with essay writing, research projects, and assessment preparation.

Aster's teaching approach focuses on making complex concepts clear, engaging, and accessible. She adapts lessons to each student's learning style and believes that strong understanding is built through curiosity, confidence, and active participation. Students and parents appreciate her patient, supportive, and encouraging manner, as well as her ability to explain challenging topics in a simple and relatable way.

With a strong background in science education and a passion for helping students achieve their academic goals, Aster is committed to helping every student build confidence, improve performance, and enjoy the learning process.

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Maria G, online A Level Maths, Biology & French Tutor
Maria G
$50 USD/hr
Academic

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Maria Beatrice teaches maths, biology and french and prepares students for admission in prestigious universities and faculties (such as medicine, economics, engineering and architecture).

She is a med student currently in her sixth year of studies, she has attended Bocconi university for one year before realizing that medicine was the right path for her.

Before university she completed high school diplomas (American, French and Italian), she graduated with honors and 4 AP exams (in which she got the scores 5,5,5,4) in Los Angeles and then got a double diploma in Milan.

Maria Beatrice has a deep interest in scientific subjects and in emergency medicine; she, indeed, volunteers as an ambulance rescuer.

Maria Beatrice has a long experience with tutoring, she started tutoring while still in high school because she loved sharing her knowledge with her peers.

She has been teaching A-level students for 5 years and has helped go through SAT and University admission tests preparation for more than 4 years.

She loves discovering new and different methods personally adjusted for each individual students, she also treasures being challenged every day and her main goal is to make students feel understood since she went through the same experiences and knows how pressured they can feel.

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Daniel E, online A Level Chemistry & Biology Tutor
Daniel E
$50 USD/hr
Academic

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Daniel is a passionate, high-achieving tutor currently pursuing his Medical Degree at the University of Nicosia. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with honors from the prestigious American University of Beirut (AUB), where he built a strong foundation in the physical sciences, analytical reasoning, and academic research.

In recognition of his scientific potential, Daniel was awarded the URE 2023–2024 grant for his work in organic chemistry. He is also a Senior Research Assistant at Operation 12 at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), where he contributes to groundbreaking research in psychology, exploring the intersections between cognition, behavior, and mental health.

Daniel’s academic excellence began early. He completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme with a score of 41 out of 45, achieving perfect 7s in Higher Level Biology, Chemistry, and Business, and strong performance in his Standard Level subjects.

Daniel teaches Chemistry and Biology for the A-level and GCSE. he has helped students excel and achieve the highest marks, with most of his students scoring A* in the A-levels and Grades 8 and 9 in GCSE, with many of his students moving on to attending top ranked international schools.

With years of tutoring experience, Daniel has helped students across high school and university levels master difficult subjects, prepare for major exams, and build long-term academic confidence. His teaching style is clear, strategic, and empowering. He breaks down complex ideas into manageable steps, adapts his methods to suit each student's learning style, and always aims to make learning engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable.

Daniel believes that with the right support, every student is capable of excellence. He brings that belief into every session

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Cheryl L, online A Level Biology Tutor
Cheryl L
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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Cheryl is a highly qualified Biologist. She holds a First Class Honours degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology from the University of Sheffield and a PhD (focusing on the oxytocin receptor in the male reproductive tract) from the University of Bristol.

For the last 26 years, Cheryl has taught in independent schools around the globe (including the UK, NZ and Egypt). She has taught Biology at the following levels: (I)GCSE and A level and is familiar with all of the examination boards offering these subjects. Human Biology and Chemistry GCSE is also something Cheryl is familiar with.

Keeping up to date with the courses through professional development, Cheryl's understanding of the mentioned courses is current.

Cheryl's students have consistently achieved grades greater than their CEM data predictions. This means that Cheryl always adds 'value' to the achievement of her students.

Cheryl also likes to aid students with study and revision skills. She has a Master's degree in Education and Psychology from the University of Cambridge. Her thesis investigated the impact of graphic organisers on metacognition and learning.

Cheryl has been described as approachable and good humored and builds working relationships easily. She uses a constructivist approach in her teaching which means that her students are not passive but active learners.

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The tutors you see here are just a selection from our team of hundreds of tutors. Please contact our Learning Advisors to discuss tutoring options.

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What does GCSE involve?

GCSEs are the qualifications students take at the end of secondary school, usually at 16, and they are the gateway to A-Levels, college and apprenticeships. The international equivalent, IGCSE, is taught in over 150 countries and recognised in the same way. Here's how the qualification works.

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How GCSEs work

Students take around eight to ten subjects over two years, Year 10 and Year 11. English, Maths and Science are compulsory, and the rest are chosen from option blocks. The aim is broad coverage rather than specialisation, which comes later at A-Level.

  • Around eight to ten subjects
  • Two years: Year 10 and Year 11
  • English, Maths and Science compulsory
  • Remaining subjects chosen from options
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How you're assessed

GCSEs are marked by the exam board, not by teachers, and the grade rests on written exams sat at the end of Year 11. Some subjects add a practical or spoken element. Grades run from 9, the top grade, down to 1, with U for ungraded. A 4 is a standard pass and a 5 a strong pass.

  • Externally examined, not teacher-marked
  • Mainly final written exams
  • Practical or spoken element in some subjects
  • Graded 9 to 1 · 9 is the highest
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Why they matter

GCSE grades decide which A-Levels a student can take and which sixth forms and colleges will accept them, and most courses set minimum grades in English and Maths. They stay on the record long after school: universities and employers still ask for them years later. Getting them right keeps every later option open.

  • Decide which A-Levels you can take
  • Set the entry bar for sixth form and college
  • English and Maths required by most courses
  • Still asked for by universities and employers

Exam boards we cover

Each exam board sets its own papers and mark schemes. Tell us yours and we'll match you with a tutor who teaches that exact specification.

Studying with Cambridge or Edexcel International?

Those are IGCSE qualifications rather than GCSEs, sat by students at international schools and some UK independent schools.. See IGCSE tutoring.

Foundation or Higher: which tier is your child entered for?

In Maths, the Sciences and modern languages, students are entered for one of two tiers. The tier decides which paper they sit and caps the grade available, so it is the single most important thing to confirm before tutoring starts.

Grades 5 to 1

Foundation tier

Covers the core content and caps the grade at 5, so a grade 6 or above is not available. A strong pass is still achievable, but A-Level courses generally ask for more.

  • Core content only
  • Grade capped at 5
  • Called Core on Cambridge IGCSE
Grades 9 to 4

Higher tier

Covers the full content and gives access to grades 9 to 4. Harder papers, and the tier sixth forms expect for most A-Level courses.

  • Full content, harder papers
  • Grades 9 to 4 available
  • Usually expected for A-Level

Students entered for Foundation who are aiming at A-Level often need to move up a tier. Tell us at enquiry and we will build the plan around closing that gap.

GCSE subjects we cover

Each subject has its own page with topic coverage, tutors and exam board detail.

Tamil
Swahili
Spanish
Sinhala
Science Single Award
Science Double Award
Religious Studies
Physics
Pakistan Studies
Mathematics
Islamic Studies
Information and Communication Technology
Human Biology
History
Greek
Global Citizenship
German
Geography
Further Pure Mathematics
French
English Literature
English Language
English as a Second Language
Economics
Computer Science
Commerce
Chinese
Chemistry
Business
Biology
Bangladesh Studies
Bangla
Art and Design
Arabic
Accounting

Why parents trust us

4.9/5 from 312 reviews · used by students at 500+ schools

"My tutor showed me how the Higher paper is actually marked. We did a past paper every week and fixed the same mistakes until they stopped. I went from a predicted 5 to a 7."
Emily R
Priya S
GCSE Maths (2025)
"I had lost confidence after a poor mock. My tutor was patient, set clear goals each week and kept us updated after every lesson. I finished with a 6 in Maths and wants to take it at A Level."
Daniel K
Daniel K
GCSE Maths (2026)
"I couldn't remember all the required practicals in Chemistry. My tutor made a simple plan for each one and quizzed me every session. The six-mark questions stopped scaring me."
Sophie M
James W
GCSE Chemistry (2025)
"English Literature was my weakest subject because I never knew how to structure an answer. My tutor taught me a clear method for the unseen poetry question, and I got an 8."
Maria P
Aisha K
GCSE English Literature (2025)
"We moved schools in Year 10 and I'd missed half the Physics course. My tutor filled the gaps topic by topic, and by the mocks I'd caught up with my class."
Hannah L
Lucas M
GCSE Physics (2026)
"I was sitting IGCSE Biology with Cambridge, and my tutor knew the syllabus inside out. She helped me plan my revision for both papers and I came out with an A*."
Lisa T
Mei L
GCSE Biology (2026)

What does sitting GCSEs involve?

GCSEs are a two year process of learning content with exams at the end. The exact shape depends on your subject and the exam board.

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Format and structure

Most A-Level subjects are assessed by two or three written papers sat at the end of Year 13. Papers usually split the content between them, with one often synoptic, drawing on the whole course. Question types range from short answer and structured questions through to essays, depending on the subject.

  • Typically two or three written papers
  • Question types vary by subject and board
  • Coursework or NEA in some subjects
  • Sciences carry a separate practical endorsement
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Timing and marking

Papers usually run between 1½ and 2½ hours. Marking is done externally by the exam board, and grades are awarded against boundaries set each year rather than a fixed percentage. Boundaries move slightly with the difficulty of the paper, which is why raw marks alone tell you little.

  • Papers commonly 1½ to 2½ hours
  • Externally marked by the exam board
  • Grade boundaries set each year
  • A* to E, with U for ungraded
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Where and when it's sat

Exams are sat in fixed series set by the exam board, and are normally taken at the school or college teaching the course. Private candidates, including students resitting, register with an approved exam centre themselves. Entries close months in advance, so the timetable is worth checking early.

  • Fixed exam series set by the board
  • Results published on a set date
  • Entries close months in advance
  • Private candidates register with an approved centre
See the detail for your board

How we prepare you for GCSE

The first session is about understanding where the student is now. The tutor discusses goals with the student and parent, sets measurable outcomes, and develops a roadmap with them. From there, lessons follow a cycle: identify the gaps, work through problems together, then hand over to independent practice, revisiting topics in later sessions until they hold.

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Key skills tutors focus on

Content knowledge is the starting point, not the goal. AS papers reward applying what you know to something you have not seen before, and saying it in the words the mark scheme is looking for. Learning that now means arriving at the final exams with the technique already in place.

  • Reading the command word and answering the question asked
  • Applying a known method to an unfamiliar context
  • Structuring extended answers so every mark is earned
  • Working accurately under exam timing
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Materials and practice used

Practice comes from real past papers for your board, marked against the official mark scheme. Lessons run on a shared online whiteboard, so worked solutions are saved and can be revisited between sessions. Students leave each lesson with specific work to do, which is how independent study habits get built rather than talked about.

  • Past papers and mark schemes for your board
  • Timed papers under exam conditions
  • Examiner-style feedback on written work
  • Set work between lessons to build independence
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Common mistakes we help students avoid

Most lost marks are predictable, and the habits behind them form early. Students revise by rereading rather than answering questions, write everything they know instead of what was asked, and treat AS as a warm-up rather than the foundation of the final grade. Each one is far easier to fix in Year 12 than in Year 13.

  • Revising content instead of practising questions
  • Ignoring the wording of the mark scheme
  • Leaving long-answer questions until last
  • Treating the AS year as a warm-up

GCSE tutoring FAQs

Vetting, pricing and how the online classroomworks. Anything not answered here, ask a LearningAdvisor.

Can tutoring help my child move up from Foundation to Higher?

Often, yes. In Maths and the sciences the step up is mostly the Higher-only content and multi-step problem solving, which one-to-one lessons can target directly. Your tutor will work through Higher-level questions, track progress on past papers, and tell you honestly whether Higher is realistic before entries close.

Can a tutor help us decide between Foundation and Higher?

Yes. Your tutor will look at your child’s mock results, current working grade and plans after GCSE, and give you a clear recommendation. Schools usually confirm entries around February of Year 11, so it is worth raising early. If your child wants to take the subject at A-Level, Higher is usually needed, because sixth forms often ask for a 6 or 7.

Do your GCSE tutors teach both Foundation and Higher tier?

Yes. Our GCSE tutors teach both tiers in every tiered subject, including Maths, the sciences and languages. They also teach Cambridge IGCSE Core and Extended, and OxfordAQA Core and Extension. Tell us which tier your child is entered for when you enquire, and we will match a tutor who knows those papers.

When should my child start GCSE tutoring?

Many students start in Year 10, when GCSE content begins, so gaps are fixed before they build up. Others start in Year 11 to prepare for mocks and final exams. Tutoring can start at any point, and sessions can increase in the run-up to exams.

Is online GCSE tuition a good alternative to home tutoring?

For most families, yes. Online GCSE tuition still happens at home, one-to-one, with no travel time for anyone. Parents can join any lesson and see notes after every session. You also choose from tutors who specialise in your exam board, not just those who live locally. Read about our safeguarding.

Can GCSE tutoring help my child pass English and Maths?

Yes. Most sixth forms and colleges require at least a grade 4 or 5 in English and Maths, so these two subjects leave little margin for error. A GCSE tutor finds the specific topics your child keeps losing marks on, then drills them with past paper questions from your exam board until they hold.

How much does GCSE tutoring cost?

Online GCSE and IGCSE tutoring with an academic tutor starts from $50 USD (£38) per hour. You can pay as you go, invoiced after each lesson, or buy a package upfront and save between 5% and 15% depending on its size. There are no lock-in contracts or hidden fees. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $75 USD (£56) per hour. See our GCSE tutoring prices.

Late cancellations and no-shows are charged at half the lesson fee. That applies if you cancel less than one hour before the start time, or don't turn up. You can still change a session time whenever you need to, as long as you give your tutor notice.

How does online GCSE tutoring work?

Complete our online form with your subject, exam board and target grade. A Learning Advisor matches you with a GCSE tutor, who contacts you to book the first lesson. Lessons are one-to-one in our virtual classroom, fit around school and revision, and you only pay for tutoring you've completed. See how it works.

What do I need for online tutoring lessons?

Just a computer or tablet with a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Lessons take place in our own virtual classroom, so there's no need to share personal accounts. Have your class notes, textbook and any past papers you've been working on to hand.

Which GCSE subjects do your tutors cover?

Our GCSE tutors cover the core subjects, English, Maths and Science (including triple science), plus option subjects such as History, Geography, languages and Computer Science. They teach to your school's exam board, whether that's AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel or WJEC/Eduqas. Studying internationally? See IGCSE tutoring.

Can parents see what was covered in each lesson?

Yes. After every lesson, the tutor logs what was covered and what comes next, and the notes are visible to the family.

What happens in a typical tutoring lesson?

Each one-to-one lesson follows the same shape. The tutor reviews last week's work, teaches the topics you're losing marks on, and works through past paper questions from your exam board, marking them as you go. They then set work for the week and write up what was covered so parents can follow progress. See our teaching standards.

How quickly can I be matched with a tutor?

A Learning Advisor reviews every application the same day it comes in. Once a suitable tutor is confirmed, they contact you directly to arrange your first lesson. Matching is based on subject, exam board, target grade and availability, including your time zone.

Is there a free trial?

We don't offer a free trial. Instead, every student gets our first session satisfaction guarantee: if you're not happy after your first lesson, we refund it in full and find you another tutor at no cost. See our pricing for what's included.

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