Testimonials

“Thank you so much for all you do.”

“Thank you for everything. You have brought her out of her shell.”

“You’ve really gone above and beyond to help. You’ve been a massive part of helping me get better.”

“Andy has really helped me with my confidence and exam technique over the past few weeks. He has taught me how to relax before exams, find me a job for September and even write my CV! Thanks, Andy!”

“Wonderful caring teachers who help support, mentor and inspire their students to success.”

“Wow what a fantastic wealth of information for both youngsters, parents and teachers alike. Founded by amazing teachers who strive to help young people achieve their goals. What an inspiration!”

“I’ve received coaching from Andy in preparation for my GCSE examinations. Over a 10 week program I have found these sessions very helpful in aiding my knowledge I received from school, to put it all down into efficient revision. It helped me learn the things that schools don’t teach you about revision, mental preparation and how to cope with the stresses that the exams bring to people all around the country. It’s been a great experience and I thank Andy very much for all the work he’s done for me.”

“A more experienced caring group you couldn’t hope to meet, their input to your child’s education will always be remembered. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them”

“Katie and Andy are two wonderful tutors. My eldest daughter Amy has Katie for GCSE English and likes the way Katie works with her instead of watching her work. My youngest daughter Caitln goes to District 14 and loves it. Andy also helped Caitlin with an audition piece for Sylvia Young, resulting in Caitlin gaining a place at the school. They are both lovely, warm friendly people and I would highly recommend them. They really care about their students and go the extra mile to help them. I can’t thank them enough.”

“Both of my children have been attending District 14 and they are thoroughly enjoying it. Andy makes learning fun and they always come home all smiles. My eldest can be very shy and struggles to integrate in new situations, I’m so pleased with how involved she is during the sessions and she’s actually enjoying it, thank you!!”

“I love the Learning Collective - from the friendly tutors to the interesting and personalised lessons for my son, it’s been such a positive experience. Thank you!!”

“Very professional!!! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!”

“Love it, inspiring and awesome. My son adores his class.”

“Fantastic teachers/tutors with REAL experience of achieving outstanding results. A highly recommended network of professionals who help children learn, develop, progress and succeed in a caring and supportive manner. ”

“Wonderful company & people definitely worth giving them a try they are so helpful and know how to get through to you in different ways so that you understand.”

“Andy coached my son Zak for 10 weeks for his GCSE revision. He taught him ‘how to revise’ which is not usually something that children are taught how to do in school. Each week they practised different techniques and strategies for remembering information, some of which suited Zak’s style of learning more than others. Andy is very dedicated and passionate about his coaching and his enthusiasm certainly helped to motivate Zak. I would highly recommend Andy as a coach and am sure that Zak will not only benefit in his GCSE’s but also in future life challenges. Thank you Andy!”

“Thank you once again for bringing meaning back to her life.”

“A great big thank you for modelling today’s session and consequently for enabling me to feel much more confident with the methodology and resources. Being able to work so flexibly and creatively is really helpful and means that there is a wealth of resources to draw upon in the various contexts within which the switch off programme will be delivered. This is a really great programme.”

“I worked with Andy during my time at the Anne Frank Trust UK to develop the DCLG-funded ‘Switch Off Prejudice’ programme. Andy was absolutely instrumental in this process: his creativity, professional and positive attitude and ability to deliver outstanding resources at a very fast pace impressed us all. Aside from this, he is an excellent teacher and motivator, and never failed to engage students in a diverse range of London schools and settings. I hope we will be able to work together again in the future.”

“His sessions with you give him a safe space to talk about issues which are bothering him and which he’d find too embarrassing to discuss with me. The fact that you are forcing him out of his comfort zone and encouraging him to rationalise these feelings has had a very positive effect on him.”

“Katie manages to make the unappealing appealing through her variety of humorous but inspiring teaching methods.”

“Creative, supportive, engaging, imaginative and driven teachers with one clear aim, to help children become the best they can be.”

“Thank you for being you. We’d be lost without you.”

“You make such a different. He’s almost human after a session with you. We can’t thank you enough.”

“Katie and Andy are very warm and kind people who go the extra mile to help you in any way they can. Because of them, i finally feel confident on sitting my exam. They covered all the techniques in helping me answer the questions correctly. I would recommend them to anyone who is considering to get a private tutor. Thank you Katie especially!”

“A huge thanks to both Andy and Katie at the Learning Collective for inspiring Elin in only the way they can!!!!! Andy’s methods of encouraging “the teenager” to believe in herself when faced with exams has, so far, worked wonders. A huge thanks to Katie for all her hard work with regards to English revision. Katie managed to make the unappealing appealing through her variety of humorous but inspiring teaching methods. They both ensure they get to know their students well and understand the way in which they can get the best from them. To get a teenager to come from an extra tutoring session and say “I enjoyed that” is a miracle in itself!!! Many thanks for all your hard work and patience. Would highly recommend your services.”

“I would like to say a big thank you to Katie for supporting my daughter Grace over the last few months and wil continue to do so throughout her GCSE year, and for giving her more confidence to tackle exam papers. Here’s to mice and men and many more cheers!!!”

“Andy tutored my son over Easter. Andy connected with my son, and Harry benefited enormously from his on-line tutoring. Andy has gone thro Harry’s mock GCSE paper and put in place a programme that addressed the weak points, and how to improve them! My son Harry said “Andy is one of the best teachers he’s ever had”. I think that statement is enough to tell you how good Andy is.”

“Katie has not only helped me achieve a B in A level English, but she has gone above and beyond for me as soon as she started tutoring. She has helped me develop my confidence and made me realise that I can do it. Thankyou Katie! ”

“Katie helped me with A Level English Literature revision ready for my exam on 17th June 2016. She was a fabulous tutor who inspired me to work harder; after sessions with Katie, I was motivated to continue revising the whole night as her enthusiasm was infectious. Katie gave me the confidence with English Literature that I lacked after just 4 or 5 sessions and I really wish I had started sessions earlier. I would not hesitate in recommending Katie as a tutor, she is kind, welcoming and extremely helpful! The help did not stop once each session was over; I had numerous emails with extra revision, links to websites and questions were always answered in great detail, which was fab if I had missed a few points in the sessions.
Thank you again!”

“Matthew has been attending drama classes for the last term and really loves them. He has a great time having fun with his friends but learning at the same time. He is really enjoying finding out about the Gresford disaster and the way Andy has taught them has made it very real for him. They have a great understanding of what it was to be a miner in those times. It’s his favourite night of the week.”

“Holly has been attending District 14 and thoroughly enjoys the way Andy teaches some really interesting subjects. Katie has also helped Holly with her Macbeth piece which helped her make sense of it all. Keep up the good work”

“Very professional service. Two highly knowledgable educators who focus on holistic development of young people. As a Headteacher, I have received very valuable advice on whole school development issues which I’ve implemented in my school.”

“A wonderful opportunity for children to confidently grow into young adults through the medium of drama. Led by a wonderful experienced teacher. Couldn’t recommended it enough. My son was apprehensive at first but now can’t wait to go to “his club”.”

“My children love their lessons with you. Their confidence has been massively boosted.”

“It’s all down to your tuition and it goes to show what a difference can be made when using the right approach.”

“You have changed this young man’s future. He was in a bad place 6 months ago and now he is full of hope for his future.”

“Andy is so passionate about the children he works with. Every time Andy speaks about his school, he always pulls it back to the children and the achievements they have made. Andy has provided opportunities for pupils that they may not have previously had and it has been a pleasure working with him.”

“Andrew is an exceptional ambassador for modern education and educational development.”

“Thank you for allowing Louisa to find her confidence.”

“Andy’s methods of encouraging ‘the teenager’ to believe in herself when faced with exams has worked wonders.”

“My son attends the youth theatre and has done for 2 years. It has been a safe space for him to express himself and make new friends. He genuinely looks forward to the sessions and Andy is phenomenal with the children, his ideas and concepts that he introduces the children to are inspired.”

“I am so happy that they were able to join your group and for the great opportunity you have given them and the lovely experience. You weren’t simply sharing your skilled work but your passion, kindness,patience,care and understanding, all features of the lovely person you are. You will be missed by all of us, all of you because each of you gave them something precious, which they shall keep in their heart.”