Question 1

Will my child receive homework, feedback, and progress updates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, every student receives structured support and homework outside lessons. We set weekly personalised homework based on your child’s strengths and areas for improvement, and we review it in the following session so progress is always clear. We also run monthly mini-assessments that mirror the style of your child's exams. These help us track development over time and show exactly where your child is improving, and what we’ll focus on next.

Question 2

How long should each session be - 30/45/60 minutes?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your child’s age, focus level, and goals. Here’s the simple guide we use:

30 minutes: Best for younger students or those who benefit from shorter, high-focus lessons. Great for building confidence and covering core skills without overwhelming them.

45 minutes: Gives enough time for teaching, guided practice, and checking understanding. Ideal for steady weekly progress.

60 minutes: Our most popular option and what we reccomend for most students. Best for older students or children preparing for the 11+. Longer sessions mean deeper explanations, exam-style questions, and time for structured homework review.

If you’re unsure, we always start with a free consultation and recommend the best session length for your child’s needs and timeline.

Question 3

What happens after you contact us?

Accepted Answer

Once you send us an email, we’ll ask for a few key details: what your child is preparing for, their current working level, and any goals they have for the future.

We’ll then arrange a free 10-minute consultation to understand your child’s needs and answer any questions you may have.

After that, I (Richard) personally match your child with the most suitable tutor from our team. We book an initial trial lesson, and if you’re happy with the tutor, we set up a regular weekly slot.

Lessons are then invoiced monthly, and your tutor will create and follow your child’s personalised learning plan.

Question 4

How soon can we start?

Accepted Answer

We can usually begin within 3-7 days. Once you contact us, we arrange a short consultation, match your child with the right tutor, and book an initial lesson as soon as a suitable weekly slot opens.

During busy periods (especially before exam seasons), we’ll let you know the earliest availability and can place you on a priority list if needed.

Question 5

Why are your prices lower than typical private tutors?

Accepted Answer

Because our tutors are top-performing university and A-Level students, not full-time adult tutors. This means you get high-level expertise without the usual £70–£120/hour price tag.  Despite the lower cost, the quality is extremely high:
- Our tutors have recent, first-hand experience with the exact exams your child will sit.
- They follow shared teaching resources, structured lesson plans, and internal training.
- We operate with lower overheads, so parents don’t pay for offices, agencies, or unnecessary admin.

You’re essentially getting premium, high-quality tutoring at a more accessible price,  without compromising on results.

Question 6

Are student tutors actually effective?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and in many cases, they are more effective than adult tutors.

All our tutors are high-achieving students from top sixth forms and universities, such as The Perse School and the University of Cambridge, and they have recently completed the same exams your child is preparing for. That means they understand the exact question styles, mark schemes, and techniques that work right now, not what worked 10 years ago.

Our tutors follow structured lesson plans, share best practices across the team, and are trained to break down concepts in a clear, student-friendly way. Because they’re closer in age, students often feel more comfortable asking questions and stay more engaged.

The result: fast progress, targeted support, and a tutor who genuinely understands what your child needs to succeed in their exams.

Question 7

How many lessons does my child need each week?

Accepted Answer

Most students take one lesson per week, which provides steady progress.

During exam preparation or if a child is slightly behind, we may recommend two sessions instead - this improves exam confidence and makes sure all the content is covered.

You can always book additional lessons at any point.

Question 8

Do you offer trial lessons?

Accepted Answer

Although we don't offer a free trial lesson, we do offer parents an initial lesson before they have to commit for the full month - to see whether the tutor is suitable for your child. If not, we can always rematch your child to another tutor quickly.

Question 9

Can I change tutors if needed?

Accepted Answer

Of course. If you feel the teaching style isn’t the perfect fit, we can rematch your child to another tutor quickly, no extra cost and no awkward conversations.

Question 10

What ages do you teach?

Accepted Answer

We currently teach ages 8–18, with a strong focus on:
 • 11+ (Grammar, GL, Independent Schools)
 • Key Stage 2 & early KS3 foundations
 • GCSE
 • A-level
 • Scholarship preparation

Question 11

How experienced are your tutors?

Accepted Answer

All tutors are either top Y12 or Y13 students at The Perse School, Cambridge or at a leading university in the UK, consistently achieving the highest grades and having succeeded the same tests. All our tutors have achieved A* at the subjects they teach or have passed the entrance test your child will sit. Our tutors have over 1000+ hours of combined tutoring experience.

I (Richard) personally match tutors based on experience and requirements of your child's needs, so you can be confident in the match you receive. 
They also receive internal training and share resources so teaching quality stays consistent across the board.

Question 12

Do you cover exam techniques in addition to content?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our lessons cover both and have a strong emphasis on good exam technique. We specialise in timing, structure, working under pressure, and using marking criteria to maximise scores on real papers. Our tutors have just done the exams your child will sit, so they know the most up-to-date techniques and what actually works for students nowadays, not what worked 10 years ago.

Question 13

Do you offer in-person or online lessons?

Accepted Answer

Currently we offer both in-person private tutoring in Cambridge, UK and online lessons, which improves focus for younger students and effective communication. All lessons are 1-to-1 and private with your tutor, we do not offer any form of group tuition.

Question 14

What platforms do you use for in-person and online lessons?

Accepted Answer

For in-person lessons, our tutor has access to a touchscreen device with a digital stylus, enabling us to have access to a large database of resources and store your child's work all in one place. Students will mostly write digitally onto OneNote, but they can also write on paper for English/essay subjects.

For online lessons we use either:
 • Zoom
 • Google Meet
 • Microsoft Whiteboard or OneNote for shared working
Depending on the child’s needs.

Question 15

Will you provide materials or do parents need to buy books?

Accepted Answer

We provide everything: worksheets, past papers, mock tests, and homework.

Parents can purchase extra books if they want to or are suggested by the tutor, but it’s not required.

Question 16

How do monthly invoices work?

Accepted Answer

You’re billed once a month at the start of the month for the number of lessons booked for the coming month.

We keep it simple and handle all the scheduling for you, no confusing credit systems or long-term contracts.

Question 17

What if my child can’t attend a lesson?

Accepted Answer

If you give 24 hours’ notice, we can reschedule or reimburse the lesson to the following month for no additional cost.

Within 24 hours, tutors have already prepared, so the lesson is charged. If you would like more details, please check out our cancellation policy.(https://www.cambridgeprivatetutors.co.uk/cancellation-policy)

Question 18

Do you offer group lessons?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer any form of group lessons, as we specialise in 1:1 tailored support and provides more effective results, which delivers faster progress for exams.

Question 19

Are younger students (Year 4 or below) suitable for tutoring?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but we recommend shorter sessions (30-45 minutes) focusing on confidence and core skills rather than exam pressure.

Question 20

What makes your tutoring different?

Accepted Answer

Our tutors have recent, first-hand experience with the exact exams, understand the current marking style, and teach using the techniques that worked for them, making progress faster and more relatable. You can read more about us here.(https://www.cambridgeprivatetutors.co.uk/about)

Question 21

How quickly will my child improve?

Accepted Answer

Most students for all levels show noticeable improvement within 4-6 weeks.

For 11+ or 13+, we usually recommend a 3-9 month plan depending on their starting point.

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