Meet Elizabeth, A Different Kind of Educator
Considering how unconventional my own schooling was, I often find myself chuckling that I'm in my second decade of a career in education. My path through school wasn't linear; I think that's one of the reasons families trust me. I'm motivated by helping children when it feels like there are no straight lines, only a confusing jumble of squiggles. That's when my team and I can make a real impact. I moved through six different schools growing up, across private, state, faith, co-educational and single-sex systems (including a boys' school run by monks — yes, really). My learning could have easily suffered, especially since I have Dyspraxia, but one constant made a huge difference: my tutor. She not only gave me academic consistency but something far more valuable — a quiet confidence and the belief that excellence was achievable, even in turbulent times.
Going Against the Grain
By Sixth Form, I was achieving top grades. I hadn't planned to apply to Oxbridge, but when my headmistress pulled me aside to ask if I'd considered it, something inside me switched on. I loved a challenge, and applying to Cambridge to read English and Theatre with Education Studies was certainly that. But my offer letter was as much cause for agitation as celebration.
You see, I had already fallen in love with another course and city: Bristol. My elder sister was studying languages there and although I had doggedly courted a Cambridge offer, I hadn't considered a world in which I would actually receive one. What to do? Who turns down Cambridge? 17 year-old me.
It was an agonising decision, but even then I knew it was the right one. Looking back, I realise that dilemma helped define my ethos towards education: work as hard as you can to give yourself the luxury of choice, then have the confidence to pick what's right for you — even if it's not what's expected.
Love at First Lesson
I started tutoring at Bristol; it was love at first lesson. I've always had a natural affinity with children and combining that with academics just made sense. I went on to complete my Masters, all the while refining my tutoring practice, both in person and online. I quickly found myself being recommended from family to family.
Global Reach
What followed was a series of international placements and the opportunities to work with VIPs and private families around the world. By 2017, I had visited all seven continents. I met and worked alongside some truly exceptional educators — many of whom are still firm favourites in the tutoring team now.
A Global View of What Education Can Do
Keen to put my English degree to good use, during this time I also worked at Forbes Middle East as Online Editor. I covered a range of subjects, including education. Conducting interviews with business moguls and CEOs reinforced what I already knew: the right educational support doesn't just help people ace exams — it shapes their choices, their confidence and their future. These leaders had turned their fortunes around through education. What could be more exciting and important?
A Global View of What Education Can Do
Keen to put my English degree to good use, during this time I also worked at Forbes Middle East as Online Editor. I covered a range of subjects, including education. Conducting interviews with business moguls and CEOs reinforced what I already knew: the right educational support doesn't just help people ace exams — it shapes their choices, their confidence and their future. These leaders had turned their fortunes around through education. What could be more exciting and important?
Results That Matter
With 15 years of precision-guided academic mentorship, I've transformed student potential into remarkable success. Our approach has consistently delivered extraordinary results: 87% of students achieving grade improvements, with a remarkable track record of securing placements in top-tier schools like Eton, Winchester, and St. Paul's. My personalised guidance is more than tutoring—it's a strategic pathway to academic excellence.
15+ Years of Trusted Academic Guidance
Navigating Educational Transitions with Precision
Throughout my 15-year journey, I've been more than just a tutor – I've been a dedicated navigator for families facing critical academic crossroads. From early entrance exams to Oxbridge interviews, I've developed an intuitive approach that transforms academic challenges into pathways of extraordinary success.
- • Supported over 500 families through pivotal educational milestones
94% of Students Achieve Remarkable Grade Improvements
Personalised Learning That Exceeds Expectations
Every child has a unique learning landscape, and our methodology is meticulously crafted to illuminate their individual potential. By combining rigorous academic support with empathetic mentorship, we don't just improve grades – we unlock transformative educational experiences that build confidence and academic resilience.
- • Average of two grade improvement across core subjects
Top 2% Performance in Elite Academic Assessments
Preparing Exceptional Candidates for Prestigious Institutions
Our track record speaks volumes – consistently placing students in the top echelons of competitive academic environments. Whether preparing for Eton, St. Paul's, Westminster, or Oxbridge, we provide a bespoke approach that goes beyond traditional tutoring, offering strategic guidance tailored to each student's aspirations.
- • Consistent success in placements at top five UK independent schools
Elizabeth Burrows, Founder & CEO
A truly bespoke experience - Elizabeth personally pairs each student with a carefully selected tutor from her boutique team.— Academia Insight
