Our Story and Mission

Alpha Tutoring was founded with one simple mission: to help students reach their full potential. The aim of our tutoring service has always been — and will always continue to be — the education of students as individuals. We do not standardise our learning like a school; instead, we approach every student separately and tailor lessons to ensure the learning style matches their personality and preferences.

Many of our students notice a remarkable difference after just one session. Their confidence begins to grow, and those tricky “brain blocks” start to disappear as concepts become clearer. It’s not uncommon for students to develop a newfound enjoyment of the subject and even look forward to their tutoring sessions. But don’t just take our word for it — see what parents and students have to say in our testimonials!

Experienced Tutors Who Care

 

We pride ourselves on our brilliant team of tutors, each carefully selected for their exceptional skills, dedication, and passion for education. Our tutors bring expertise from a wide range of fields — including teaching, academia, and professional industries — ensuring students receive well-rounded and practical support tailored to their individual needs.

Our tutors aren’t just subject experts — they are also skilled communicators with the ability to connect with students of all ages and abilities. From experienced teachers who understand local curricula to professionals who bring real-world relevance into their teaching, our team is equipped to provide an enriching and inspiring learning experience.

A Personal Note from Our Founder

Amy Evans

“I absolutely love what I do and enjoy speaking with families about how we can help. Please feel free to call, message, or email any time with your questions — no strings attached. If I don’t respond immediately, it’s likely because I’m tutoring, but I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for visiting Alpha Tutoring. I hope to hear from you soon!

— Amy Evans, Director & Lead Tutor

Informal, friendly approaches

Our tutoring sessions are informal, safe spaces where students can feel confident and comfortable asking questions. In the first session — or sometimes in preparation for it — we may ask students to complete a few questions from their chosen subject. This is not a test! It simply helps us identify strengths and weaknesses to guide our planning.

(Please note: we tend not to do this with primary-aged students, as we appreciate it may feel a little daunting.) Quite often, within less than an hour, we can get a feel for how the student learns — their attitude, motivation, and any “brain blocks” (our term for when a concept just won’t seem to click!).
Brain block (noun): When the brain simply won’t allow a concept to compute.
Rest assured, we’re experts at helping to overcome brain blocks.

Help when you need it most

Our tutors are friendly, approachable, and always happy to help. It’s common for parents to message us during the week with homework questions they’re struggling with — and we’re more than happy to support where we can, free of charge.

Quite often, the families we work with become lifelong friends. This may be a business in the legal sense, but it’s a very personal experience for every student who joins us.

Our tutors are hand-picked and undergo extensive training in addition to holding strong academic qualifications. We ensure every tutor is reliable, flexible, competent, and able to communicate effectively in a down-to-earth way. They’ll give parents a brief overview at the end of each session, and formal reports are available upon request.

For more details about each of our tutors, please visit the Our Tutors page.

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