For students and parents
Tutoring is free. There is no account to create and nothing to pay at any point.
Eligibility
| Question | What the site says |
|---|---|
| Who the service is for | Students from disadvantaged backgrounds who need help with their studies |
| What proof is required | Basic information about your background may be requested. The site states this is kept confidential |
| Age range | Not stated |
| School year or qualification level | Not stated |
| Location | Not stated |
Ask by email if you are unsure whether you qualify.
Subjects
| Subject | Notes |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Every tutor teaches maths and has a strong grounding in it |
| English | Includes English as a second language. Tutors are described as native English speakers |
| French | Offered |
| Spanish | Offered |
| German | Offered |
| Italian | Offered |
| Chemistry | Described as covering organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry, with exam preparation |
Applying
The application form is on the Apply page.
- Open https://tpi.akn.org.uk and select Apply.
- Enter your name in Name. This is the only field the form requires.
- Enter your email address in Email.
- Tick each subject you want help with under Subjects.
- Describe what you need in Message.
- Select Submit.
Only Name is required. The form will submit without an email address. The service then has no way to reply. Always fill in Email.
No confirmation email is sent by the service. No copy of your application is kept anywhere you can see it.
Applying by email
Email [email protected] instead of using the form. Include the student's name, the subjects wanted, and a way to reply.
What happens next
| Stage | What the site states |
|---|---|
| Acknowledgement | Not stated. No timeframe is published |
| Contact | A tutor gets in touch to discuss your needs |
| Tutor allocation | The service matches students to tutors by academic need and personal preference. You cannot choose a tutor |
| Eligibility check | Basic background information may be requested at this stage |
| Application status | Not exposed. There is no page to check and no reference number |
If you receive no reply, send a follow-up to [email protected]. The form cannot be resent with a correction, and a second submission arrives as a new application.
Sessions
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Online, by video call |
| Length | 40 minutes as standard. Adjustable to individual needs |
| Frequency | At least one session per week is recommended. No limit is stated |
| Timing | After school, weekends, and school holidays |
| Materials | Study materials and resources are provided for sessions and for independent study |
| Extras | Workshops on study skills and exam preparation run occasionally |
| Video platform | Not named on the site |
What you need
- A computer or mobile device with an internet connection.
- A webcam.
- A microphone.
Cancelling or rescheduling
Tell your tutor as soon as possible. There is no cancellation form and no notice period is stated.
Cost
The service is free of charge. The site asks for no payment details at any point. Any request for payment presented as coming from the service should be treated as suspect and reported to [email protected].
Related
- Overview lists what the service can and cannot do.
- Terms and privacy covers what happens to the information you submit.
- Diagnostics covers problems with the form and with sessions.