FAQs
Some common questions we often get asked at Beacon Tutoring.
1. What services does Beacon Tutoring offer?
We provide tailored support for 11+ and 13+ English exams, including:
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One-to-one lessons
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Small group classes
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Intensive exam preparation courses
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Scholarship support
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Individual and group interview preparation
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2. What are the costs of your tutoring services?
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One-to-one lessons: £100/hour
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Scholarship masterclasses (small groups): Price available on request
We also offer a free taster session to establish rapport and carry out an informal assessment of your child.
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3. Which schools have your students been accepted into?
Our students have successfully secured places at some of the UK’s top schools, including:
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Cheltenham Ladies’ College
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Downe House
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Eton College
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Westminster School
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Wycombe Abbey
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St Paul’s Girls’ School
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4. How does Beacon Tutoring personalise learning?
We tailor our approach to meet your child’s individual needs by providing:
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Personalised learning plans aligned with your school goals
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Bespoke reading and academic vocabulary lists
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Customised study guides for independent revision
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Regular homework assignments and progress reports to keep you informed
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5. What additional resources do you provide for students?
We offer:
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Unique practice materials tailored specifically for the 11+ and 13+ English exams
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Detailed written feedback on completed tests
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Full sets of model answers to help students understand ‘what good looks like’
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Individual performance summaries and personalised targets
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6. What are Exam Boot Camps and Scholarship Masterclasses?
Exam Boot Camps and Scholarship Masterclasses are intensive group sessions designed to:
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Enhance test technique through daily exams
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Prepare students for both multiple-choice and written exam formats
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Use bespoke, high-level materials
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Provide transparent results and detailed feedback for each student
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7. Do you cater to international students?
Yes, we specialise in supporting students from international backgrounds. Our targeted guidance aligns with British educational standards, ensuring students are confident and well-prepared for entrance exams and interviews at leading UK schools.
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8. Why choose Beacon Tutoring?
Our expert team has over a decade of experience helping students achieve top scores in entrance exams. Led by a Cambridge graduate and former Head of English, we offer:
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Outstanding, high-level teaching
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Exclusive, tailored materials
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Proven strategies to master even the most challenging exam questions