Tuition Courses
Expert one-to-one and small group tuition from Key Stage 2 through to A-Level. Covering 11+ and 12+ entrance exam preparation, Maths, English, Science and Computer Science — all taught by highly qualified, experienced tutors.
11+ & 12+ Preparation
Structured tuition to help pupils secure places at Birmingham's grammar schools and selective secondary schools. Our tutors have an excellent track record of preparing students for entrance assessments.
11+ Preparation
Ages 9 – 11Our 11+ preparation programme gives pupils the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in grammar school entrance assessments. Sessions are carefully structured to cover all areas of the exam, with regular mock testing to build exam technique and familiarity with question styles.
What's Covered
- Verbal Reasoning — word relationships, analogies, codes, sequences
- Non-Verbal Reasoning — shapes, patterns, matrices and spatial awareness
- Mathematics — arithmetic, problem solving, data handling
- English — comprehension, spelling, grammar and creative writing
- Timed exam practice and full mock papers
- Exam technique and time management strategies
12+ Preparation
Ages 10 – 12Our 12+ preparation programme supports pupils sitting selective entrance assessments for Year 8 entry. Building on the same core skills as the 11+, this programme covers more advanced reasoning and subject content to ensure pupils are well prepared for 12+ style assessments.
What's Covered
- Verbal Reasoning — extended and advanced question types
- Non-Verbal Reasoning — complex patterns and spatial reasoning
- Mathematics — extended KS2 and early KS3 content
- English — comprehension, writing skills and grammar
- Full mock papers and timed practice under exam conditions
- Personalised feedback and progress tracking
Mathematics
Tuition across all levels from Key Stage 2 through to A-Level, building confidence, problem-solving skills and exam performance at every stage.
- Number and place value
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Fractions, decimals and percentages
- Measurement, geometry and statistics
- Problem solving and reasoning
- SATs preparation (Year 6)
- Algebra — expressions, equations and formulae
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change
- Geometry and measures
- Probability and statistics
- Number: factors, multiples, powers and roots
- Consolidation of KS2 foundations
- Higher and Foundation tier coverage
- Algebra, graphs and functions
- Geometry: circles, trigonometry, vectors
- Statistics and probability
- Exam technique and past paper practice
- AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam boards
- Pure Mathematics — algebra, calculus, trigonometry
- Statistics — probability, distributions, hypothesis testing
- Mechanics — kinematics, forces, Newton's Laws
- Exam technique and worked solutions
- AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam boards
- Re-sit and exam preparation support
English
Building strong reading, writing, comprehension and communication skills from primary school right through to A-Level.
- Reading comprehension — fiction and non-fiction
- Spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG)
- Creative and descriptive writing
- Vocabulary development and inference skills
- SATs preparation (Year 6)
- Reading fluency and expression
- Analysis of fiction, poetry and non-fiction texts
- Persuasive and argumentative writing
- Language and structure analysis
- Spelling, punctuation and grammar at KS3 level
- Introduction to key literary texts and contexts
- Writing for different purposes and audiences
- English Language: reading, writing, speaking
- English Literature: set texts, poetry and unseen
- 19th century novel and modern drama
- Power and Conflict / Love and Relationships poetry
- Exam technique and timed essay writing
- AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam boards
- English Literature: prose, poetry and drama
- Comparative essay writing and critical analysis
- Contextual reading and literary theory
- Independent reading and coursework support
- AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam boards
- Re-sit and exam preparation support
Science
From KS2 general science through to GCSE Combined and Triple Award, taught by subject specialists with access to our on-site laboratory for practical understanding.
- Living things and their habitats
- Animals including humans — body systems
- Plants — structure, growth and function
- Materials and their properties
- Forces, light and electricity
- SATs science preparation (Year 6)
- Biology: cells, reproduction, ecosystems
- Chemistry: elements, compounds, reactions
- Physics: forces, energy, waves, electricity
- Scientific skills: investigation and data analysis
- Scientific terminology and literacy
- Preparation for GCSE science pathways
- Combined Science (Trilogy) — Foundation & Higher
- Triple Award: separate Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- Required practicals — supported by our on-site lab
- Mathematical skills within science
- Exam technique and past paper practice
- AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam boards
- Biology, Chemistry or Physics — individual subjects
- Targeted tuition alongside school or college study
- Laboratory practicals in our on-site science lab
- Exam technique and extended answer questions
- Re-sit support and grade improvement
- AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards
Computer Science
From KS3 programming fundamentals to GCSE and A-Level, our tutors stay up to date with the latest technologies and exam board requirements.
- Introduction to programming — Python and Scratch
- Algorithms and computational thinking
- Data representation — binary, denary, hexadecimal
- Networks and the internet
- Online safety and digital literacy
- Introduction to database concepts
- Programming: Python — sequences, loops, functions
- Algorithms and pseudocode
- Computer systems: CPU, memory, storage
- Networks, protocols and cybersecurity
- Data representation and compression
- AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards
- Programming concepts — OOP, functional programming
- Algorithms: sorting, searching, complexity
- Computer architecture and assembly language
- Databases, SQL and data structures
- NEA (non-exam assessment) project support
- AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards
- Tailored support for university CS students
- Data structures and algorithms
- Software engineering and system design
- Mathematics for computing
- Programming in multiple languages
- Project and dissertation support
A-Level Subject Tuition
Targeted A-Level tuition to support students studying at school or sixth form who need additional help in specific subjects. Different from our full-time A-Level courses — these are flexible weekly sessions to supplement existing study.
A-Level Mathematics
Pure Maths, Statistics and Mechanics. Ideal for students needing support with specific topics or exam technique. Covers AQA, Edexcel and OCR.
Enquire →A-Level Biology
Targeted tuition across all units with access to our on-site laboratory for practical understanding and endorsement preparation.
Enquire →A-Level Chemistry
Physical, organic and inorganic chemistry tuition with worked examples, calculations support and on-site lab practicals.
Enquire →A-Level Physics
Mechanics, fields, electricity and nuclear physics tuition. Practical endorsement support available in our on-site laboratory.
Enquire →A-Level English Literature
Essay technique, set text analysis, comparative writing and coursework support across all major exam boards.
Enquire →A-Level Computer Science
Programming, theory, algorithms and NEA project support. Covers AQA, OCR and Edexcel at both AS and A2 level.
Enquire →Why Choose The Astute College for Tuition?
Small Groups and One to One Tuition
Every tuition class is kept small, ensuring every pupil receives individual attention and personalised feedback from their tutor.
Qualified Tutors
Our tutors hold degrees and postgraduate qualifications in their subject areas, many at PhD level, with extensive teaching and tutoring experience.
Flexible Enrolment
Rolling enrolment means students can join at any point in the academic year. Sessions are scheduled to fit around school timetables.
Exam Centre
As an approved AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam centre, students can also sit their GCSE and A-Level examinations with us — including IGCSE via Pearson Edexcel.
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