Online tutors in Birmingham
Heights International Academy teaches Birmingham students live online, one-to-one or in small groups, for GCSE, A Level and IGCSE. Classes are scheduled in UK time (GMT/BST), after school and at weekends, fees are shown in GBP, and the first class is free.
Birmingham's secondary students attend state comprehensives, academies, selective grammar schools, faith schools and independent schools. Students often travel across the city by bus or train, and after-school tutoring can mean another journey in the dark during winter. Online tutoring lets them study at home with a specialist in their board. Families from the city's large South Asian communities sometimes also want a tutor who understands bilingual households.
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Online tuition in Birmingham: key facts
| Class timezone | UK time (GMT/BST) |
|---|---|
| Curricula local students take | GCSE, A Level and IGCSE (GOV.UK: the national curriculum) |
| Local boards and regulators | AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR and WJEC Eduqas |
| Exam centres | School and college students sit exams where they are enrolled. |
| Fees shown in | GBP |
| Lessons | Live online only (no home visits); 1:1 or small group |
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Which curricula do Birmingham students take?
Source: GOV.UK: the national curriculum
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/class
Local boards and regulators: AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR and WJEC Eduqas.
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Which subjects can Birmingham students study with us?
Looking for a home tutor in Birmingham? Online vs home tutors
| 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 |
What are the class timings and fees for Birmingham?
Weekdays after school
4pm to 9pm Birmingham time (BST) is 8pm to 1am in Pakistan (GMT+5), when many of our tutors teach.
Weekends
9am to 6pm Birmingham 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.
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
Where do Birmingham students sit their exams?
Exam centres and registration
School and college students sit exams where they are enrolled. Private candidates in Birmingham need to find a centre accepting external entries, such as some colleges or private exam centres, and should ask about fees, coursework arrangements and deadlines well before the summer series.
School calendar
Birmingham City Council publishes term dates for community schools, but academies and trusts may set their own, so check your child's school calendar. GCSE and A Level exams run from May to late June, with GCSE English and Maths resits available in November.
Questions from Birmingham families
Do you offer GCSE tutoring for Birmingham students?
Yes, we offer online GCSE tutoring for Birmingham students in maths, sciences, English and other subjects, for AQA, Pearson Edexcel and OCR. Tutors start by finding the topics that cost your child most marks, then work through them with exam-style questions. Lessons run after school and at weekends in UK time.
How much does a tutor cost in Birmingham?
Tutor costs in Birmingham depend on subject, level, experience and format. Our own fees are listed in GBP on our pricing page and cover live online lessons, with no travel time or costs. The total depends on the level, one-to-one or group lessons, and how many sessions a week you book.
Can you help my child resit GCSE Maths in Birmingham?
Yes, we help students resitting GCSE Maths, whether in November or the following summer. Tutors identify the topics that will lift the grade most, often number, algebra and problem-solving questions, and build regular practice. Tell us the board and tier so lessons match the paper your child will sit.
Is online tutoring better than a local home tutor in Birmingham?
Online tutoring often suits Birmingham secondary students better than a local home tutor, because the choice of specialists is wider and no one has to travel in winter evenings. A home tutor offers in-person supervision for children who need it. We teach online only and never visit homes.
Can a tutor explain things in Urdu or Punjabi as well as English?
Lessons are taught in English, because UK exams are written in English, but if a tutor who can also explain in Urdu or Punjabi would help your child or let you follow the lesson, tell us when you enquire. We will do our best to match one for your child's subjects.
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