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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.

Meet our IGCSE tutors

Our team is a combination of recent graduates who sat these exams themselves and qualified teachers with years of classroom and examining experience.

Zubair A, online GCSE Maths Tutor
Zubair A
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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Zubair A is a mathematics tutor with nine years of teaching experience, working with students both online and in person across multiple international curricula. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from NUST and a Master’s in Industrial Engineering & Management from UET Lahore. He achieved A grades in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in O Levels and now teaches O Level, IGCSE, GCSE, A Level, IB Mathematics (AA & AI SL/HL), and SAT Math.

Zubair is known for his patient, step-by-step approach and strong focus on exam techniques and past papers. His goal is to help students build real understanding and confidence in math, not just memorize methods, enabling long-term academic success.

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Claire N, online GCSE English as a Second Language Tutor
Claire N
$75 USD/hr
Professional

15

Claire’s teaching experience spans 35 years, initially as an English and Drama teacher and from 2008 onwards as an A Level Psychology teacher and personal tutor. Claire has taught GCSE and A Level Psychology in schools and colleges in the UK. She also has a lot of experience as a one-to-one tutor, particularly online (remote) teaching.

Claire works freelance as a resource writer and online tutor teaching groups and individual students in the UK and from across the globe e.g., Vietnam, Switzerland, Hong Kong, China. Claire has written a range of revision resources for GCSE and A Level students for companies such as Save My Exams and tutor2u.

Claire’s lessons are tailor-made to suit each student: they consist of lots of fast-paced activities, quizzes and games all designed to embrace the full range of learning styles, as well as in-depth exam work, unpacking questions and working on embedding critical thinking into exam answers.

Claire is a keen amateur figure skater: when she’s not teaching she is to be found in the middle of a freezing cold ice rink trying to perfect the toe loop jump and other terrifying skating elements!

Claire still loves teaching (even after all these years) and is very much looing forward to meeting you and contributing to your journey through the wonderful world of Psychology.

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Shanze J, online A Level Psychology & Business Tutor
Shanze J
$50 USD/hr
Academic

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Shanze is an academic tutor with over four years of experience supporting students across IB, AP, A Levels, IGCSE, and SAT/ACT. She holds a Bachelor of Science with Honors from New York University and has worked with students in US, UK, Canada, and China.

She tutors a wide range of subjects, including Mathematics, English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Business and Psychology along with academic writing, research skills, and standardized test preparation. Her philosophy centers on breaking down challenging concepts into steps that feel intuitive, manageable, and genuinely understandable. Many of her students have raised their scores by more than 60%, often surpassing their own expectations.

Shanze also encourages students and parents to think intentionally about academic goals and long term growth. By aligning expectations and creating an open line of communication, she aims to make tutoring a collaborative experience that supports students beyond classroom.

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Mahesh B, online A Level Physics Tutor
Mahesh B
$75 USD/hr
Professional

44

Mahesh B is an experienced A Level Physics educator and International Examiner with over a decade of full-time teaching experience. He has taught students from different countries and academic backgrounds, helping them develop a strong understanding of Physics while preparing them systematically for their examinations.

Mahesh teaches Cambridge International (CAIE) A Level Physics and Pearson Edexcel International A Level Physics. His experience with both examination boards allows him to understand the differences in syllabus structure, question styles, assessment requirements and examination expectations. He adapts his lessons according to the student's specific specification rather than using the same approach for every exam board.

Alongside teaching, Mahesh works as a Cambridge International A Level Physics Examiner and Pearson Edexcel A Level Physics Examiner. His examining experience gives him first-hand exposure to mark schemes, assessment criteria and student responses. Having assessed examination answers, he has developed a clear understanding of the areas where students commonly lose marks and the level of explanation, working and reasoning expected in different types of questions.

He brings this examiner experience directly into his tutoring. Students learn not only how to arrive at the correct answer but also how to approach an examination question, show their working clearly, explain their reasoning, use appropriate units and present answers in a way that addresses the requirements of the question.

His teaching approach is centred on understanding Physics rather than memorising formulas. He breaks down difficult concepts into simpler ideas and then helps students apply those concepts through numerical problems, diagrams, real-world examples and exam-style questions. Particular attention is given to topics that students find challenging and to developing the mathematical and analytical skills required for A Level Physics.

A significant part of his teaching involves past-paper practice and examination preparation. Rather than simply working through large numbers of questions, Mahesh encourages students to understand why a particular approach works, identify patterns in questions, recognise common errors and learn from their mistakes. This helps students become more confident when they encounter unfamiliar problems in examinations.

Mahesh also provides individualised one-to-one online tutoring to students worldwide. He has worked with students from diverse educational backgrounds and adapts the pace, depth and teaching style according to each student's needs. Whether a student is struggling with fundamental concepts, looking to improve their examination technique or preparing for high grades, lessons are structured around their individual areas of difficulty.

In addition to teaching, Mahesh has worked as a Physics content developer with Revision Village and Pamoja, contributing to the development of educational and learning resources. This experience has strengthened his ability to explain Physics clearly and create structured, student-friendly learning material.

His online lessons are interactive and highly visual, making use of digital writing, simulations, animations, illustrations and real-world applications wherever they help students understand a concept more effectively. He aims to create an environment where students can ask questions freely, work through problems step by step and develop confidence in their own ability to solve Physics problems.

With his combination of 10+ years of teaching experience, CAIE and Pearson Edexcel examining experience, international tutoring experience and educational content-development work, Mahesh brings both subject expertise and an examiner's perspective to A Level Physics tutoring.

His ultimate aim is to help students understand Physics deeply, approach challenging problems with confidence and develop the examination skills needed to demonstrate their knowledge effectively.

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Lana E, online A Level English Tutor
Lana E
$75 USD/hr
Professional

45

I have taught and tutored A level and GCSE English language, English language and literature and English literature for many years.

I bring the wealth of my experience and passion for the subject to my students by building their confidence through step by step approach in analysing individual needs, gaps in knowledge, identifying and making the most of students' strengths whilst carefully and thoughtfully addressing and transforming weaknesses into success.

I have taught across the main examination boards - AQA, Eduqas, Edexcel.

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Marcus M, online A Level Economics Tutor
Marcus M
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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Marcus M is an experienced international educator with over 30 years of teaching Economics and Business Management in IB Diploma, A-level and IGCSE programs. He recently taught DP Economics and DP Business Management at the American International School of Kingston, Jamaica, and has previously taught in schools across Asia, Europe, Africa, and South America. Marcus holds an MA in Education from the University of Bath and has served as both a Head of Humanities and DP Coordinator. Since 2021, he has also worked as an IB Examiner for DP Economics. He also has experience teaching A level in both subjects. He taught A level in both UK and HK before switching to IB.His extensive classroom experience, leadership background in, and passion for global learning make him an engaging and effective tutor for students pursuing success in both the IB and A level programmes.

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Virginia L, online A Level Spanish & French Tutor
Virginia L
$75 USD/hr
Professional

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Virginia was born and educated in Spain and later qualified as a teacher in the UK. She also holds a Master’s degree in Translation.

She has been teaching IB Spanish and French since 2010 and has over 10 years of experience teaching IGCSE Spanish, as well as extensive experience teaching A Level Spanish. Throughout her career, she has worked in international schools in the UK, the UAE, Germany, China, and Thailand, teaching students from a wide range of nationalities, backgrounds, and abilities.

Virginia is an IB examiner and a certified examiner for other official exam boards, which means she has an in-depth understanding of what examiners are looking for and how students can maximise their marks. She particularly enjoys helping students master exam technique and strategies, develop their language skills, build confidence, and achieve results they can be proud of.

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Saad A, online A Level Physics Tutor
Saad A
$50 USD/hr
Academic

16

I’m Saad A, a passionate and purpose-driven Physics educator with over a decade of experience teaching and tutoring students across the globe. My journey in education has been defined by a deep commitment to student success, both in academic achievement and in developing a genuine love for learning.

Currently, I teach A Levels and GCSE Physics, and over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with learners from varied backgrounds—online and in some of the finest international schools. My teaching philosophy centers on making Physics relatable, inquiry-driven, and enjoyable. I’ve consistently transformed student performance, helping many learners move from average scores to top-tier grades. More meaningfully, I’ve often been told, and proudly so, that I’m “the teacher who makes students fall in love with Physics.”

This recognition isn't just flattering; it's a reflection of my core belief that learning should be inspiring and empowering. Whether I’m simplifying tough topics in the classroom or facilitating interdisciplinary projects, I strive to create a classroom environment where curiosity leads, mistakes are embraced, and growth is inevitable.

I’ve mentored student teams to success in global competitions, integrated cutting-edge tech tools to enhance understanding, and led initiatives that connect science with real-world problem-solving. From hosting school events with infectious energy to designing assessments that promote self-reflection, I bring creativity, structure, and care into every aspect of my teaching.

To me, education is more than a profession, it’s my passion and my platform to spark change, one student at a time

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Suresh D, online GCSE Maths, Physics & Chemistry Tutor
Suresh D
$75 USD/hr
Professional

19

Dr Suresh Kumar is a UK QTS-qualified teacher with 12+ years of international teaching experience, specialising in Cambridge A-Level Physics and Mathematics and Cambridge IGCSE Physics and Further and Extented Mathematics. He provides personalised tuition focused on conceptual understanding, problem-solving, exam technique and examination preparation, with extensive experience supporting students to meet Cambridge assessment requirements and achieve their academic goals. His Differential approach and scaffolded works are tailored to meet the student requirements.

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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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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.
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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

Why IGCSE needs the right tutor

IGCSE is the first set of exams that follows a student for the rest of their education, and it is sat by students in over 150 countries. Grades decide sixth-form and college options, and the volume of subjects makes it easy for one or two to slip.

What makes IGCSE hard to prepare for alone

Students sit eight or more IGCSEs at once, each with its own content and exam technique to manage. Teaching quality and class sizes vary widely between international schools, and families who have moved country mid-course often arrive on a different board or partway through a syllabus. A weak topic rarely gets the individual attention it needs before the exam.

  • 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 syllabus code, whether that is Cambridge or Edexcel International, 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

What does IGCSE involve?

IGCSEs are the international version of GCSEs, taken at the end of secondary school, usually at 16. They are taught in over 150 countries by international and independent schools, set mainly by Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel International, and recognised by universities and schools worldwide in exactly the same way as UK GCSEs. Here's how the qualification works.

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How IGCSEs work

Students take around eight to ten subjects over two years, usually Year 10 and Year 11. English, Maths and Science form the core, with the remaining subjects chosen from option blocks. Schools have more freedom than in the UK system over which subjects they offer and when students sit them.

  • Around eight to ten subjects
  • Two years: Year 10 and Year 11
  • English, Maths and Science compulsory
  • Subject offering varies by school
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How you're assessed

IGCSEs are marked by the exam board, not by teachers, and the grade rests on written exams. Cambridge IGCSEs are graded A* to G, while Pearson Edexcel International uses the 9 to 1 scale, so which scale you are working to depends on your board. Some subjects add a practical or spoken element.

  • Externally examined, not teacher-marked
  • Mainly final written exams
  • Practical or spoken element in some subjects
  • A*–G on Cambridge, 9–1 on Edexcel
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Why they matter

IGCSE grades decide which A-Levels or IB subjects a student can take, and which sixth forms and colleges will accept them, with most courses setting minimum grades in English and Maths. Because they are recognised internationally, they also travel with a student who changes school system or country. Getting them right keeps every later option open.

  • Decide which A-Levels or IB subjects you can take
  • Recognised by schools and universities worldwide
  • English and Maths required by most courses
  • Travel with you if you change country

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.

Will my child get 9–1 or A*–G?

Both are in use, which is a common source of confusion. Cambridge IGCSEs are traditionally graded A*–G, though 9–1 is now offered on some syllabuses. Pearson Edexcel International has moved to 9–1 across the board. Check the syllabus code on your child's timetable. It tells you which scale applies, and your tutor will work to it.

Sitting UK GCSEs instead?

If your school follows AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel or WJEC, you are sitting UK GCSEs rather than IGCSEs. The teaching overlaps heavily, but the papers and grading differ. See GCSE tutoring.

Core or Extended: 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.

Cambridge · Core

Core tier

Covers the essential syllabus content. Grades are capped, so the top grades are not available on this tier. Edexcel International calls the equivalent Foundation.

  • Essential syllabus content only
  • Top grades not available
  • Called Foundation on Edexcel International
Cambridge · Extended

Extended tier

Covers the full syllabus and gives access to the top grades. Harder papers, and the tier required for most A-Level and IB courses. Edexcel International calls the equivalent Higher.

  • Full syllabus, harder papers
  • Top grades available
  • Usually required for A-Level or IB

Students entered for Core 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.

IGCSE 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 IGCSEs involve?

IGCSEs 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 IGCSE subjects are assessed by two or three written papers. Maths, Science and modern languages are tiered, with core and extended papers covering different grade ranges. IGCSE sciences commonly use an alternative-to-practical written paper rather than assessed practical work, and IGCSEs carry less coursework overall than UK GCSEs. Which route applies depends on what your school has entered you for.

  • Typically two or three written papers
  • Question types vary by subject and board
  • Core and extended tiers in several subjects
  • Alternative-to-practical paper in sciences
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Timing and marking

Papers usually run between 1 and 2 hours. Marking is done externally by the exam board, and grades are awarded against boundaries set for each series rather than a fixed percentage. On tiered subjects, the tier a student is entered for caps the grade available.

  • Papers commonly 1 to 2 hours
  • Externally marked by the exam board
  • Grade boundaries set each year
  • A*–G or 9–1, depending on your board
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Where and when it's sat

IGCSEs run in more than one series a year, which gives students more flexibility over when they sit a subject and when they resit. Exams are normally taken at the school teaching the course; private candidates register with an approved international exam centre themselves. Entries close months in advance, so the timetable is worth checking early.

  • More than one exam series each year
  • Results published on a set date
  • Entries close months in advance
  • Private candidates use an approved international centre
See the detail for your board

How we prepare you for IGCSE

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. IGCSE 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. Those are trainable skills, and they move faster than content.

  • 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, wherever the student is based. Closer to the exam, papers are sat under full timed conditions.

  • Past papers and mark schemes for your syllabus code
  • Timed papers under exam conditions
  • Examiner-style feedback on written work
  • Session notes saved after every lesson
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Common mistakes we help students avoid

Most lost marks are predictable. Students revise by rereading rather than answering questions, write everything they know instead of what was asked, and leave the long-answer questions until there is no time left. Each one is fixable well before the exam.

  • Revising content instead of practising questions
  • Ignoring the wording of the mark scheme
  • Leaving long-answer questions until last
  • Never sitting a full paper against the clock

IGCSE tutoring FAQs

We have answers to your most frequently asked questions. Anything not answered here, please reach out to our team.

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.

Can a tutor help if we've moved country or changed IGCSE board?

Yes. Families who move mid-course often arrive on a different exam board or partway through a syllabus. An IGCSE tutor maps what's already been covered against the new syllabus, fills the gaps and teaches to the new board's exam format.

What is the difference between IGCSE and GCSE?

IGCSEs are the international version of GCSEs. They're taught in over 150 countries and recognised in exactly the same way by universities and schools. Schools have more freedom over which subjects they offer. Cambridge IGCSEs are graded A* to G, and Pearson Edexcel International uses the 9 to 1 scale. Looking for UK GCSEs? See online GCSE tutoring.

Which IGCSE exam boards do your tutors teach?

Our IGCSE tutors teach the two main international boards: Cambridge International (CIE), Pearson Edexcel International and OxfordAQA International. Tutors work to your syllabus code, so lessons follow exactly what your school teaches and the way your exam is marked.

How does online IGCSE tutoring work?

Tell us your subject, exam board and syllabus in our online form. A Learning Advisor matches you with an IGCSE tutor who teaches that syllabus in your time zone, and the tutor contacts you to book the first lesson. All lessons are one-to-one in our virtual classroom. See how it works.

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.

Can online A-Level tutoring fit around my time zone?

Yes. We tutor students studying UK and international A-Levels and IGCSEs in many countries. Your availability and time zone are recorded when you apply, and you're only matched with a tutor who can teach at times that suit you. You then agree a regular weekly slot that fits around school.

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.

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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