Out-of-hours academic support for GCSE & A-Level students
Harsil Dixit · 1st Class UCL Graduate · Enhanced DBS Checked
Version: April 2026
Ascera Tutoring provides structured, exam-board-aligned 1-to-1 tutoring in GCSE and A-Level Maths and Sciences, delivered entirely out of school hours. We work alongside schools as a trusted secondary provider, helping students close grade gaps, build exam technique and achieve their potential.
All sessions are fully tailored to the student's exam board, specification and predicted grade target.
All sessions are conducted online via a secure video platform. No in-person contact with students. Ascera is registered with the ICO (ZC121786) and handles all student data in line with UK GDPR. Enhanced DBS certificate available on request.
"Joined at the start of Year 10 with a Grade 4. Closed the gap within two terms and sat the exam above target grade."Year 10 student · GCSE Biology
"Grammar school student targeting selective sixth form entry. Intensive sessions over two terms; exceeded target by two grades."Year 11 student · grammar school
"Started sessions in Lower Sixth with a predicted C. Focused on mechanism and data interpretation. Sat final exam at Grade A."Year 13 student · independent school
"Joined sessions in January of Year 13 after dropping marks on synoptic questions. Focused on essay structure and command word technique. Sat summer exam at Grade B."Year 13 student · sixth form referral
What your school receives: a co-branded one-page brief for SLT or staff distribution, and with written parental consent, optional session summaries and grade progress updates shared directly with the referring teacher. No admin, no paperwork, no ongoing commitment.
| Option | What it involves | Best suited to | School commitment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred tutor listing | Ascera is added to your recommended tutor list or shared with parents upon request | Grammar, selective and independent schools | Minimal (one-time decision) |
| Active referral arrangement | Teaching staff or pastoral leads refer specific students; Ascera contacts families directly | All school types, especially for Year 10–13 | Low (single email or note to parents) |
| School-promoted service | Ascera featured in parent communications, newsletters, or the school website | Private schools, academy trusts, large state schools | Medium (co-ordinated comms) |
Teacher, pastoral lead or SENDCO identifies a student who would benefit from additional support and shares Ascera's details with the family.
Family books a free 30-minute consultation with Ascera. We assess current level, exam board, and target grade. No commitment required at this stage.
Regular sessions begin out of school hours. With parent consent, Ascera can share session summaries and grade progress back to the referring teacher.