Online tutors in the UK
Heights International Academy teaches students in the UK live online, one-to-one or in small groups, for GCSE, A Level, IGCSE, IB and University subjects. Classes run after school and at weekends in UK time (GMT/BST), fees are shown in GBP, and your first class is free.
Classes in UK time
Weekday and Saturday–Sunday slots
Prices in GBP
Published, no registration fee
Your curriculum
GCSE, A Level and IGCSE
Free trial class for UK students
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Online tuition in the UK: key facts
| Class timezone | UK time (GMT/BST) |
|---|---|
| School weekend | Saturday–Sunday |
| Fees shown in | GBP (switchable) |
| Curricula we teach here | GCSE, A Level, IGCSE, IB and University subjects |
| Sitting exams | School students sit GCSEs and A Levels at their own school, which handles entries. (Ofqual) |
| Lessons | Live online only (no home visits); 1:1 or small group |
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Which curricula do students in the UK study with us?
GCSE
AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR
Years 10–11. Maths, English, sciences and Computer Science for AQA, Edexcel and OCR.
From GBP 6/classA Level
Cambridge (CAIE), Pearson Edexcel, AQA, OCR
Ages 16–18. Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, Economics and more.
From GBP 8/classIGCSE
Cambridge (CAIE), Pearson Edexcel
Ages 14–16. Cambridge and Edexcel: Maths, sciences, English, Computer Science and more.
From GBP 6/classIB
IB
MYP and Diploma. Maths AA/AI, sciences, Economics, English and IA/EE support.
From GBP 8/classUniversity subjects
First- and second-year university and college subjects
First and second year: calculus, statistics, physics, programming, economics, accounting.
From GBP 9/class
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How do schools and exams work in the UK?
In England, students take GCSEs at the end of Year 11 (age 16) and usually A Levels at the end of Year 13 (age 18). GCSEs and A Levels are set by awarding bodies regulated by Ofqual, mainly AQA, Pearson Edexcel and OCR, with WJEC Eduqas also used by some schools. GCSEs are graded 9 to 1, and A Levels A* to E. Some independent schools prefer the IGCSE or offer the IB Diploma instead of A Levels.
Wales and Northern Ireland have their own GCSE and A Level arrangements through WJEC and CCEA, and Scotland has a separate system of National 5 and Higher qualifications. If your child studies outside England, tell us which qualifications they are taking so we can match a tutor who knows them.
Because the same subject can look quite different between boards, for example AQA and Edexcel GCSE Maths papers, we match tutors to your child's board and specification. All lessons are online, so families anywhere in the UK can work with the same subject specialists.
Sitting exams
School students sit GCSEs and A Levels at their own school, which handles entries. Private candidates, such as home-educated students or those resitting after leaving school, must find an exam centre willing to accept them, register and pay the centre's fees, and arrange any coursework or non-exam assessment separately. Each awarding body offers guidance for private candidates, and centres set their own deadlines, so start looking early in the academic year.
School calendar
Schools in England follow three terms (autumn, spring and summer), each split by a half-term break, with the summer holiday from late July to early September. Term dates are set by local councils or academy trusts, so they vary. GCSE and A Level exams run from May to late June; A Level results come out in mid-August, followed a week later by GCSE results. GCSE English and Maths resits are also offered in November.
Which cities in the UK do we teach?
What times are online classes in the UK?
Weekdays after school
4pm to 9pm UK time (BST) is 8pm to 1am in Pakistan (GMT+5), when many of our tutors teach.
Weekends
9am to 6pm UK time (BST) is 1pm to 10pm in Pakistan (GMT+5), when many of our tutors teach.
Times shown for the current season. Daylight-saving changes can shift the difference by an hour; we confirm every slot in your local time.
How much does online tuition cost in the UK?
Prices shown in British pounds
- Recommended
One-to-one
Fully personalised to your child
GBP 22 / class
- 60-minute live classes at times you choose
- A plan built from a diagnostic of your child's gaps
- Past-paper practice marked against the mark scheme
- Progress notes for parents
Small group
Up to 6 students, 8 live classes a month
GBP 6 / class
- 75-minute live classes, 8 per month
- Taught to your exam board and syllabus code
- Weekly past-paper questions with feedback
- Class recordings and notes
Intensive exam prep
12 one-to-one classes a month before exams
GBP 20 / class
- Three 60-minute classes a week
- Timed past papers and full mock exams
- Topic-by-topic weak-spot drills
- Pack discount of 10% applied
Prices are per class unless shown per month: one-to-one classes are 60 minutes and group classes 75 minutes. Your trial class is free and doesn't turn into a paid plan by itself. Pricing FAQ
Ways to pay in the UK
- Debit or credit card
- Bank transfer to a UK account
Looking for a home tutor in the UK?
| What matters | Online one-to-one | Home tutor |
|---|---|---|
| Travel and waiting time | None; classes start from home | Tutor travel time often affects scheduling |
| Choice of tutor for your exact board | Matched from a wider pool, by syllabus code | Limited to tutors who live nearby |
| Class times | Early, late and weekend slots across timezones | Depends on the tutor's commute |
| Seeing the work | Shared whiteboard and past papers on screen | Paper notes; nothing kept centrally |
| Someone physically in the room | No | Yes, which some younger children prefer |
Questions from families in the UK
How much does an online tutor cost in the UK?
Our online tutoring fees for the UK are listed in GBP on our pricing page. The cost depends on the level, such as GCSE, A Level or IB, whether your child has one-to-one or small-group lessons, and how many sessions a week you book. Online lessons also avoid the travel time and costs of in-person tutoring.
Which exam boards do you cover for GCSE and A Level?
We cover the main GCSE and A Level boards used in England: AQA, Pearson Edexcel and OCR, plus WJEC Eduqas for some subjects, as well as Cambridge and Edexcel IGCSE. Tell us your child's board and specification code, found on their school's website or exercise books, so we can match a tutor who has taught it.
Are online tutors as good as in-person tutors?
Online tutors can be as effective as in-person tutors for GCSE and A Level students, especially in maths and sciences where shared whiteboards make working easy to see. Online lessons also give a wider choice of specialists. Some younger children concentrate better with someone in the room. We teach online only and do not offer home visits.
Can you help with GCSE Maths or English resits?
Yes, we help students preparing for GCSE Maths and English Language resits, including the November series and the following summer. Tutors start by identifying which topics or question types cost the most marks, then build targeted practice. Tell us the board and tier your child will sit so lessons match the paper.
What times are online lessons in UK time?
Online lessons run in UK time, usually from 4pm to 9pm on school days and from morning to late afternoon at weekends. Some families also book extra sessions in half-terms and the Easter holiday before exams. We confirm the exact slot before the first lesson, based on your subject and tutor availability.
Can my child sit GCSEs or A Levels as a private candidate?
Yes, students who are not entered by a school can sit GCSEs and A Levels as private candidates, but they must find an exam centre that accepts them and pay the centre's fees. Subjects with coursework or practical endorsements need extra planning. Start contacting centres early, as many set entry deadlines months before the summer series.
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