PhD-Led Tuition. Real Results.

From Grade 5 to Grade 9. From borderline to confident. Trusted by over a thousand UK families since 2020.

0 Teaching Hours Delivered PhD-overseen tuition since 2020
0 GCSE Grade 6+ Rate Across Maths, English & Science
0 11+ Pass Rate 2x the national average
0 SATs Pass Rate vs ~60% national average
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Our Courses

Targeted Excellence for Every Stage

From primary preparation through to A-Level, every programme is built around genuine subject mastery and UK exam boards.

11+ Grammar Exam
Years 4-5

11+ Grammar Exam

Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Maths and English - full GL and CSSE exam preparation.

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GCSE English
Years 10-11

GCSE English

Language across all exam boards - Paper 1 and Paper 2, creative writing, structure and reading comprehension.

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GCSE Science
Years 10-11

GCSE Science

Biology, Chemistry and Physics for Combined and Triple Award - all major exam boards.

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GCSE Maths
Years 10-11

GCSE Maths

Foundation and Higher tier - Number, Algebra, Geometry and Statistics covered in full.

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A-Levels
Years 12-13

A-Levels

Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and more - personalised tuition for top university offers.

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SATS
Years 3-6

SATS

Maths, Reading and SPaG preparation for Year 6 SATs, with practice papers and topic drills.

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KS3
Years 7-9

KS3

Maths, English and Science across the full KS3 curriculum, building strong GCSE foundations.

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Coding
Years 4-11

Coding

Certified Python courses across all ability levels - from complete beginners to advanced programmers.

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IGCSE
All Ages

IGCSE

Expert preparation and support.

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From Our Families

Real results. Real families.

Since 2020, over 1,000 UK families have trusted Sterling Study's PhD-led tuition to help their children gain confidence, improve grades and reach their potential - across GCSE, 11+ and SATs.

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Exam Results
Mahesh C - Parent of KS3 Student
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Parent of KS3 Student
Arya - Year 8 Student
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Year 8 Student
Your Path to Success

Three Steps to Get Started

From your first enquiry to your first lesson, clear, fast, and entirely risk-free.

1

Free Academic Assessment

A comprehensive assessment produces a detailed report on your child's learning gaps and strengths.

2

Free Trial Class

Your child attends a free trial lesson matched to their exact year group and ability level, whether you choose group or 1-to-1 tuition. No cost, no commitment.

3

Begin Your Programme

Your child joins their class and we handle everything. Resources, monthly tests, and progress updates are all taken care of.

What We Offer

Why Families Choose Sterling

Eight reasons why parents across the UK trust us with their children's most important academic milestones.

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Led By PhD Scientists

Lead tutors hold PhDs from UCL and Imperial College - real subject mastery, not just exam-board scripts.

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Our lead tutors hold PhDs from UCL and Imperial College London and understand their subjects at the deepest level, so your child is taught to actually understand concepts, not just memorise them for a test. Meet the team
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Monthly Progress Tests

A formal test every four weeks, with a detailed results report sent straight to you - not just a school report twice a year.

Every student sits a formal written test at the end of each calendar month. You get a detailed report showing scores by topic, where the strengths are, and a clear plan for the month ahead. See a sample report
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Student Portal and App

Every test score, lesson note and past paper in one place, so nothing depends on remembering what happened in a session.

Parents and students each get their own login. View past test scores, access lesson notes, download past papers, and message your tutor directly, any time. Explore the portal
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No Fixed Contracts

Pause, adjust or cancel with a week's notice - families stay because of results, not because they're locked in.

There's no lock-in period and no cancellation fee. If a programme needs to pause for exams, holidays or anything else, just give us a week's notice and we'll sort it. View our pricing
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Free Trial Class

Sit in on a real lesson before paying a penny, so you're judging actual teaching, not a sales pitch.

Every new family starts with a no-obligation trial lesson, matched to your child's year group and ability, so you can judge the fit firsthand rather than take our word for it. Book a free trial
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Small Group Tuition

From £9/hour - the same PhD-led curriculum as 1-to-1, at roughly a third of the private tutor rate.

Groups are capped at 6 students and matched by assessment result, not just age, with the same monthly testing and PhD oversight as our 1-to-1 programmes. Explore group tuition
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All UK Staff DBS Checked

Every tutor is enhanced DBS checked and safeguarding trained before they ever meet your child - no exceptions.

Every tutor and staff member holds an enhanced DBS certificate and completes safeguarding training ahead of their very first session - non-negotiable, every time. Our safeguarding policy
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Small Class Sizes

Capped at 6 students, so every child is heard - not one voice lost in a class of 20.

Small groups mean tutors can hear every question, notice when someone's stuck, and adjust the pace in real time - something a packed classroom or webinar-style class simply can't do. View class sizes
Tuition Pricing

Simple, Transparent Tuition Pricing

Choose the learning format that works best for your child, with no hidden fees and no fixed contracts.

Our Most Popular

Small-Group Tuition

£9 / hour
Starting from • Groups of 4–6
  • Small, ability-matched groups
  • SATs, 11+, KS3, GCSE Maths, English and Science
  • Structured collaborative learning
  • Age- and year-matched placement
  • Monthly progress testing
  • PhD-led curriculum and academic oversight

1-to-1 Tuition

£25 / hour
Starting from
  • Fully personalised tuition
  • Individual attention from the tutor
  • Lessons matched to your child's exact needs and pace
  • 11+, SATs, KS3, GCSE, A-Level, IGCSE and Coding tuition available
  • Personalised learning support
  • Ideal for focused intervention or exam preparation
The Methodology

Evidence-Based Learning That Delivers

A structured, repeatable process that closes gaps, builds confidence, and produces consistent results.

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Pre-Assessment Precision
Students are placed only after a diagnostic assessment establishes their exact starting point. No assumptions, no wasted lessons.
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Small Class Sizes
A maximum of 6 students per class means every question is answered and every struggle is noticed.
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Monthly Formal Testing
Students sit a written test every month. Parents receive a detailed report of the progress test within minutes.
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Data-Driven Teaching
Monthly test results and digital homework data give teachers a clear picture of where each student is struggling, so sessions are tailored to what the class actually needs, not just what is next on the syllabus.
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Free Doubt Sessions
Targeted follow-up sessions aligned with each monthly report, a dedicated space to clear anything students are unsure about.
🏆 Proud to be different
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Monthly Exams. No Exceptions.

Real tests. Real results. Every single month, not just at the end of term.

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Struggling? We Step In. For Free.

Free 1-2-1 sessions for any student who needs extra support. No asterisks. No added cost.

Ready to see results like these for your child?
Free assessment. Free trial class. No contracts.
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Our Team

Meet the Sterling Team

The educators, leaders and specialists behind every student's success.

Ms Yesha Mukhtiar
DIRECTOR
🏛️ Director
BPharm MPharm Pharmacist

Yesha leads Sterling Study as Director, bringing operational precision that ensures every student experience is seamless and focused on outcomes.

Dr Parth Patel
Lead Tutor and Co-Founder
🎓 UCL and Imperial College
BSc MSc Multiomics Technology PhD Neuroscience

Parth completed his MSc at Imperial College London and his PhD in Neuroscience at UCL. His scientific background shapes the Sterling approach, building genuine understanding at depth.

Dr Igors Pupko
Lead Tutor and Co-Founder
🎓 UCL, Imperial and Surrey
BSc MSc Multiomics Technology PhD Genetics

Igors completed his PhD in Genetics at the University of Surrey before working as a Specialist Scientist at UCL. His teaching is precise and evidence-driven.

Ms Sharin Shaikh
Tutor
📚 Specialist Tutor
Specialist Tutor

Sharin's approachable style and genuine enthusiasm for her subjects makes her a consistent favourite among Sterling students, particularly skilled at building confidence.

Mr Shubham Shah
Company Manager
⚙️ Operations
Operations Management

Shubham manages Sterling's day-to-day operations, ensuring every booking, communication and student interaction runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Sterling Platform — App and Web Portal

The Only Platform Built
Entirely Around Your Child.

Most tutoring companies give you a WhatsApp message once a week. Sterling gives you a full technology platform, engineered so you're never in the dark about your child's progress.

Monthly test results and attendance. Every score and session logged, always accessible.
Instant struggle detection. Weak topics flagged automatically after every progress test.
Homework submission and feedback. Submit, review and track work with tutor notes in one place.
Digital worksheet tracking. Every worksheet marked, scored and areas of concern flagged instantly.
Sterling Study mobile app
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84%
Progress this month
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Algebra
Weak topic flagged
Sterling Study web portal

Access on any device at app.sterlingstudy.co.uk

Sterling Competitions

Our Prize Competitions and Recent Winners

Every few months we run a prized internal competition to motivate our students and celebrate the very best.

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Prized Competitions
Run every few months across all year groups
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Multiple Categories
Separate competitions by subject and age group
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Real Prizes
iPads, Laptops and much more
Open to All Students
Every enrolled student is eligible to enter
Most Recent Competition — Winter 2025/26
⭐ Special Award
Krish Patel
🎁 [Prize TBC]
⭐ Special Award
Romir Patel
🎁 [Prize TBC]
⭐ Special Award
Dhyey Shah
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Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Answers to the questions parents ask most before enrolling their child.

How much does tuition cost at Sterling Study?+
Group classes start from as little as £9 per hour and 1-to-1 tuition starts from £20 per hour. There are no hidden fees, no registration costs, and no contracts - you can start or stop at any time.
Is there a contract or minimum commitment?+
No. Sterling Study operates with no contracts and no minimum term. You enrol when you are ready and can leave at any time, with no penalties.
How does the free assessment work?+
Every new student receives a free diagnostic assessment before joining. This identifies exactly where your child is performing, where the gaps are, and which programme and group level is the right fit. There is no obligation to enrol.
Are your tutors qualified?+
Sterling Study is co-founded and led by two PhD scientists - Dr Parth Patel (PhD UCL, MSc Imperial, Francis Crick Institute) and Dr Igors Pupko (PhD Genetics, University of Surrey, MSc Imperial). All teaching content is planned and overseen by them directly. Our tutors are experienced educators aligned to the UK National Curriculum.
What subjects and year groups do you cover?+
We cover Maths, English and Science from primary through to A-Level - including 11+ Grammar School preparation (Years 4-6), KS1 and KS2 SATs, KS3, GCSE and A-Level. We also offer a Coding programme.
How quickly will my child see results?+
3 in 4 students improve by 2 or more grades within a year. 90% of our GCSE students achieve Grade 6 or above in Maths, English and Science. Most parents notice a difference in confidence and understanding within the first few weeks.
What is the difference between group and 1-to-1 tuition?+
Group classes (4-6 students) start from as little as £9 per hour and are ideal for students who benefit from structured, collaborative learning at a lower cost. 1-to-1 sessions start from £20 per hour and are fully personalised to your child's exact needs and pace. Both options are available across all programmes.
Is online tuition as effective as in-person?+
Our online sessions are live, interactive and tutor-led - not pre-recorded videos. Students engage in real time, ask questions, and receive instant feedback. Our 4.9/5 Google rating and 90% GCSE Grade 6+ rate reflect results achieved entirely through our online model.
Do you follow the UK National Curriculum?+
Yes. All programmes are aligned to UK exam boards including AQA, Edexcel and OCR. Our 11+ preparation also covers GL Assessment format, which is used by grammar schools across London, Essex and Hertfordshire.
How do I get started?+
Book a free assessment through our website or call us on 020 8087 2806. We are available Monday to Saturday, 9am to 7pm. After the assessment we will recommend the right programme and group for your child - no pressure, no obligation.
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