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The smarter way to prepare for GCSEs

GCSEs ask a great deal from students across two of the most important years of their secondary education. Our GCSE tutors work through each subject be it Maths, English or Sciences, in a way that is thorough, well paced and focused on the specific papers and mark schemes your child will be sitting.

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The smarter way to prepare for GCSEs

GCSEs ask a great deal from students across two of the most important years of their secondary education. Our GCSE tutors work through each subject be it Maths, English or Sciences, in a way that is thorough, well paced and focused on the specific papers and mark schemes your child will be sitting.

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Why families across the UK choose Eximus Education

Every point below applies to every student we work with, regardless of the subject they are studying, the exam board their school follows or the grade they are currently working from.

Full exam board coverage

We cover 100% of major UK exam boards, AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas and Cambridge International. Every session of GCSE tutoring online is built around the specific papers and mark schemes.

Affordable pricing

We reduced our tutoring fee by 6% last year despite a 10% rise in UK living costs. Our GCSE tuition starts from £26 an hour for one to one sessions, with a fully flexible pay as you go model and no minimum term or joining fee.

A 2% tutor acceptance rate

At Eximus Education, fewer than 2 in every 100 applicants become a GCSE tutor. Every tutor holds a degree from a recognised university, passes a DBS check, and completes a safeguarding assessment. When we say best GCSE tutors, that is the process those words are measured against.

Flexible entirely around the student

Sessions are scheduled over group, and no advance payment is required. 100% of students receive a free trial lesson before enrolment, whether they come to us just for a tutor search or a direct referral from another family.

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Meet our tutors, see your child’s learning style in action, and decide with confidence

Covering core and optional subject across all major exam boards

Whether your child needs a specialist GCSE maths tutor online, support with English and the sciences, or help across a wider combination of subjects, we are here to help. If your child is studying a subject that does not appear here, get in touch and we will let you know whether we have a specialist available.

What families say about us

‘My daughter was with you for more than 3 years. I would like to say a big thanks. You did a very good job. My daughter has been diagnosed with dyslexia and because of you my daughter has a chance to pass her GCSE exams for Maths and English. I recommend you for all my friends’

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‘My experience was excellent! Everything was explained clearly and my tutor was very understanding and patient. She made sure I was really confident, and this really made me improve my learning. Which scored me good grades for my GCSE. I really recommend this to anyone looking for a boost in their learning’

Suraiya

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Student

‘We tried Eximus Education after my daughter started falling behind in her GCSE maths. Her tutor Sarah was brilliant, calm, friendly and really knew how to explain things without making her feel pressured. We're really glad we went with them’

Annas

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Parent

‘We tried a couple of tutors before coming to Eximus Education and the difference was noticeable from the very first session. The tutor actually knew the AQA syllabus thoroughly. My son finally started making sense of topics he had been confused about for months’

John

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Parent

‘I started tutoring in January before my May exams so I did not have a huge amount of time. My tutor was really organised and made sure we were always working on the right things rather than just going through the textbook’

Ayesha

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Student

A highly selective network of professional GCSE tutors

Only 2% of tutor applicants are accepted at Eximus Education. Majority of our tutors have worked with us for years, allowing us to know their teaching style, strengths and approach personally, not just through an application. Collectively, our tutors have delivered over 20,000 hours of tuition, supporting students across England and Wales.

Mariam
University of Reading
Fareeha
University of East London
Shameen
NUST
Mustafa
IImenau University of Technology
Brandon
University College London
Maria
University of Bucharest
Michelle
King's College London
Fawad
Luiss Guido Carli University
Sonan
University of Oxford
Fareeha
University of East London
Mustafa
IImenau University of Technology
Maria
University of Bucharest
Fawad
Luiss Guido Carli University

Loved by parents and students alike

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4 out of 5 students have shown to achieve A or B grades after just 10 hours of tutoring with us historically

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Known for being highly effective, personalised, and exam-focused

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Super flexible one-to-one and group online tutoring, with schedules designed to fit your pace and needs.

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Specialising in key exam techniques, revision strategies, and past paper practice for all subjects

Your first GCSE lesson is free

Every student who joins Eximus Education begins with a free trial lesson before any commitment is made. If you would like to arrange one, get in touch with our team and we will have a tutor matched to your child's subject and exam board within 15 minutes of your enquiry.

How online tutoring with Eximus Education works

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Step 1: Tell us what you need

Start by completing a short enquiry form. We'll then arrange a friendly consultation to understand your child's academic goals, confidence levels, learning style, and the areas where they need the most support. The more we know, the better we can help.

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Step 2: We match your GCSE tutor

Using everything you've shared, we'll pick a tutor who matches your child's subject, exam format, current level, and personality. We'll also share their profile with you, so you can feel completely confident before lessons begin.

Online GCSE tutor teaching a student during a live one-to-one lesson
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Step 3: Book a trial lesson

Every family receives a free trial lesson with their matched tutor before making any commitment. If you don't feel it's the right fit, we'll arrange another carefully matched tutor and a second free trial, at no extra cost. Your child's comfort and confidence come first.

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Step 4: Begin regular lessons

Once you're happy, lessons can begin on a schedule that suits your family. There are no fixed timetables or minimum commitments, just flexible, pay-as-you-go tutoring with regular progress updates to keep you informed.

Understanding GCSE grades

GCSEs are awarded using the 9 to 1 grading scale, with Grade 9 being the highest and Grade 1 the lowest. Understanding what each grade means can help parents and students set realistic academic goals, whether that's meeting sixth form entry requirements, securing a Grade 4 in English or Maths, or aiming for higher grades to keep future options open.

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Strong pass

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Comparing the old and new grading systems

Many parents are more familiar with the previous A* to G grading system. While there is no exact one-to-one conversion between the two scales, the comparisons below are the closest recognised equivalents.

Understanding grade 4 and grade 5

Grade 4 is considered a standard pass and is the minimum requirement for many employers, apprenticeships and further education providers. Grade 5 is known as a strong pass and is often preferred by sixth forms for A Level study, although individual entry requirements vary between schools and colleges.

How grade boundaries are set

Grade boundaries are not fixed before examinations take place. Once exam papers have been marked, awarding organisations set grade boundaries based on the overall difficulty of that year's papers and the performance of students nationally. This ensures that grades remain consistent from one year to the next, even if individual exam papers vary in difficulty.

Curriculum, grading and the academic pathway

GCSEs are typically studied over Years 10 and 11, with examinations taking place at the end of Year 11. Most students study between eight and ten subjects, including the compulsory core of English Language, English Literature, Mathematics and Science, alongside GCSE options chosen at the end of Year 9. The grades achieved at GCSE play an important role in determining sixth form and college entry, future subject choices and progression to higher education.

  • Grade 4 is considered a standard pass, while Grade 5 is recognised as a strong pass and is often preferred for A Level entry.

  • English Language, Mathematics and Science form the core of most GCSE programmes in England.

  • Students who do not achieve a Grade 4 in English Language or Mathematics are normally required to continue studying these subjects after Year 11.

  • GCSE content is taught across two academic years, while grade boundaries are set after each examination series.

GCSE curriculum, grading system and academic pathway explained for UK students

How years 10 and 11 are structured

Most schools teach the majority of GCSE content during Year 10 before shifting the focus towards revision, exam practice and mock examinations in Year 11. Building a secure understanding early allows students to consolidate knowledge over time rather than relying on intensive revision in the final months before the exams.

What the exams test

GCSE examinations assess more than subject knowledge. Students are rewarded for applying their understanding, interpreting unfamiliar questions and demonstrating the skills required by each exam board's mark scheme. Success depends not only on knowing the content, but also on answering questions in the way examiners expect.

What results day decides

GCSE results are released in late August and determine the next stage of a student's education. Depending on the grades achieved, they can influence sixth form or college admissions, A Level subject choices, apprenticeships and, ultimately, future university options. Strong GCSE results keep the widest range of academic and career pathways open.

Let's find the right GCSE tutor for your child

Every student is different. That's why we carefully match each family with a tutor based on their subject, exam board, learning style and academic goals. Book a free trial lesson and experience the difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

One to one sessions start from £26 per hour with no contract, no joining fee and no minimum term. You book the sessions you need and nothing more.

All sessions run online, so location is not a factor. You get access to a subject specialist matched to your child's exam board rather than whoever happens to be nearby.

Year 10 is the right time to start rather than waiting for Year 11 mocks. Gaps are far easier to address while the content is still being actively taught in school.

We cover AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas and Cambridge International in full. Every tutor works from the exact specification and mark scheme your child will be sitting.

Every student receives a free 30 minute trial lesson before any sessions are booked, covering the subject, exam board and the GCSE exam prep approach your child will follow. You assess the quality of teaching first and decide from there.

We cover the full GCSE curriculum including Maths, English, the Sciences, Humanities, Modern Languages and more. If your child's subject is not listed, get in touch and we will confirm availability.

Fewer than 2 in every 100 applicants are accepted onto our panel. Every tutor is assessed on subject knowledge, interviewed individually and required to pass a full DBS and safeguarding check.

We respond to every enquiry within two hours and aim to have a tutor matched and a trial lesson arranged shortly after that initial conversation.