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Tuition in Nelson could cost far less than you think!
Join our small group sessions in English, maths and science for ages 6-16. Start with a free, relaxed assessment of your child's English and maths, or take our 2-minute quiz to discover if you qualify for a funded space.
Ofsted Registered: 2597664
7 Centres Across the North
Small Groups up to 6
Universal Credit Funding
What tutoring looks like
Small groups, real tutors - evenings, weekends and school holidays
In groups of no more than six, your child works on the gaps we find in their initial assessment, not a generic worksheet. They have a tutor who knows their name and their plan, and you're involved in every step.
Ages 6 to 16, KS1 to KS4
Groups are set by ability, not age, so your child works at the level that's right for them.
English, maths and science
Core subjects taught around the gaps we found in their assessment.
11+, SATs and GCSEs
Focused preparation for the exams that matter most. Practice makes perfect!
Certificates and prizes
We celebrate milestones, so effort gets noticed and motivation stays high.
Funding options
Worried about costs? It's far less than you think!
Universal Credit and Student Finance can cover up to 85% of session costs with us. Lots of families who assumed tutoring was out of reach are with us on a funded or subsidised space.
Find out what you can get 👉
The starting point
A baseline assessment is not a test your child can fail
School reports tell you a grade. A baseline assessment tells you the story behind it. We sit with your child, work through age appropriate tasks, and find out what is actually going on.
Where they are now
Short reading, writing and maths tasks pitched at their year group. We look at how they answer, not only whether it is right, so we can see their working level.
What's getting in the way
It is usually one or two specific things: number bonds that never quite bedded in, inference in reading, or nerves that take over the moment a paper appears.
What happens next
You get a summary and a recommended plan. If your child needs specific support to bridge learning gaps, or more challenge to excel, we'll tell you that too.
What our parents say
Stories from real families
"My daughter's learned so much!"
"Her confidence has gone up, her grades are looking good. But also, if she struggles I just have to make one phone call and they're here to support."
"It's helping progress towards getting good grades"
"The children like the environment, they have friends here and we think the one-to-one sessions with tutors are important."
How it works
Your journey with us
01
Check your funding eligibility
Take the 2-min quiz. We'll tell you if you could get a funded or subsidised space.
02
Come in for your free assessment
Pick a time that fits around school and work. Allow 2 hours for a relaxed, engaging session.
03
Start your sessions with us
Small group tutoring built around your child's assessment, with a plan we agree together.
Ready to book?
Pick a time that suits you
The assessment is free for every family, whether or not you qualify for funding. It takes around 45 minutes. We book two hours so there's time to get to know you both and talk through what we found.
Not sure yet? Check your eligibility first.
Before you book
Questions parents ask us most
What is the ideal age for the baseline assessment?
We typically recommend the assessment for children aged 6 to 16. Typically, the early the better as it gives a more thorough roadmap for their learning journey.
Do I need to qualify for funding to book an assessment?
No. The assessment is free for every family, and there's no obligation to sign up afterwards.
How does Universal Credit funding work?
If you're working and claim Universal Credit, the childcare element can cover up to 85% of costs with an Ofsted registered provider like us. You pay first and the money comes back in your next payment, within monthly limits. The eligibility check is the quickest way to find out, and your centre manager will go through the finer details with you.
How much does tuition cost?
We offer funded and subsidised spaces. Subsidised sessions are £10 an hour in groups of up to six, or £15 an hour for 11+ preparation in groups of up to four. If you qualify for a funded space, your centre manager will explain exactly what it covers for your family. The 2-minute eligibility check is the place to start.
My child gets anxious about tests. Is this a bad idea?
Tell us when you book and we will plan around it. There is no timer, no red pen and no pass mark. Tutors are with your child throughout, and if they need a break or want to stop, that is completely fine. How your child responds to the situation is useful information for us as well. Our environment is designed to be warm, friendly, and completely pressure-free. Most children find the interactive activities engaging rather than stressful.
How long does it take?
The assessment itself is around 45 minutes. We book a two hour slot so there is time at the start to get to know you both, and time at the end to go through what we found together. Your child is not working for two hours.
Will this assessment impact my child's school performance or predicted grades?
Not at all. Our baseline assessment is designed to compliment the National Curriculum. This is purely a diagnostic tool to uncover strengths and pinpoint areas for growth, allow us to provide targeted support.
Does my child need to prepare or revise beforehand?
No, and please do not let them. A baseline is only useful if it shows us where your child is on an ordinary day. Revision makes the picture less accurate, not more flattering.
Will you push me into signing up?
No. You will get the snapshot and our honest recommendation, and then you go home and think about it. Sometimes our recommendation is that a child does not need tutoring at all, and we say so.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself and your child. If you have a recent school report, a SEND plan or anything else you think would help us understand the full picture, bring it along, but nothing is essential.
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