No. This is a face-to-face programme. The hands-on nature of the projects, the peer collaboration, and the real-time support simply can’t be replicated online. If attendance is an issue, we may not be the right fit right now.

That’s possible, and both strands work independently — but they were designed to complement one another. STEAM helps students apply their knowledge. Tuition ensures they have that knowledge. Doing both gives the most balanced growth.

Yes — but in a balanced way. The tuition strand covers full KS3 content, taught with clarity and progression. The STEAM strand pushes students to apply knowledge creatively and critically. Together, they aim to help develop confident, capable learners.

Not at all. We teach all the tools and skills needed — from 3D design to teamwork. What matters is curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to try.

Each project lasts between 7-8 weeks and runs one day per week. Students can enrol for one project or multiple across the year. Tuition runs year-round in termly blocks.

We’ll always speak to the student first, then to the parent. If behaviour or effort doesn’t improve, we may ask the student to leave the programme. We owe it to the other students to protect the learning environment. You can read more of our Behaviour Policy here.

Not in the traditional school sense. Instead, we provide: Continuous feedback Updated progress trackers Evidence from student work Parent meetings or check-ins when needed

We act early. If a student is struggling, we: Speak with them privately to identify issues Alert parents and suggest practical steps Offer targeted help and a clear action plan But support requires partnership. If there’s no home follow-through, progress will be limited.

Our programme is best suited to children who are open to learning, willing to try and can engage in a small-group environment. It may not be the right fit for children who: Prefer to avoid challenge or give up easily when things get tough Rely heavily on constant 1-to-1 support Often miss sessions, making it hard to keep up with projects Are still developing the core literacy or numeracy skills expected for their age We don’t expect perfection — just a positive mindset and a willingness to grow. We're here to support potential, not pressure.

Yes — but it varies. Homework might include: Research Writing Learning software Practising specific skills Catching up on missed content via Google Classroom We expect families to protect time during the week for focused, independent learning. To see real progress, it’s essential that parents take an active role in supporting their child’s education beyond our sessions. This may include setting aside regular time for revision, additional practice, or even arranging further tuition if needed. Our programme is designed to complement - not replace - a strong home learning routine. Children thrive when families treat our work as part of a wider, [...]