Frequently asked questions

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Dr Jon Tutorial combines high-quality live teaching with a more systematic and data-informed approach to exam preparation.

Lessons are taught directly by Dr Jon Sit, with support from AI-assisted reports, targeted question selection, personalised practice, topic tracking, and a growing question database. This allows students to receive clearer feedback, practise more strategically, and focus on the areas that are most likely to improve their results.

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The proprietary 5000+ question database is a growing collection of GCSE, A-Level, Further Maths, Physics, and entrance-exam-style questions used to support personalised practice.

The questions are not limited to British exam boards. They also include carefully selected challenging questions from around the world, helping students prepare for Grade 9, A*, and other high-level problem-solving challenges.

The breadth of questions allows me to select suitable practice based on each student's level, topic weaknesses, exam board, and target grade. This means students can practise more efficiently instead of simply working through random past-paper questions.

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Tuition fees vary depending on the subject, year group, and programme selected. Please contact me directly to discuss the most suitable option for your child.

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I do not offer trial lessons, but I offer a free evaluation test to help assess the student's current level, strengths, and areas for improvement.

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Please contact me directly to discuss availability and arrange a suitable lesson time.

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Each standard lesson is 1 hour.

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All lessons are conducted online in GMT (UTC+0) or BST (UTC+1) time zones.

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Yes. A special timetable is usually released during school holidays, allowing students to book additional lessons for revision, exam preparation, or intensive learning.

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Regular lesson slots often fill up quickly, especially at the start of each term. A waiting list usually begins to form from around October or November.

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I teach GCSE Maths and Physics, and A-Level Maths, Further Maths and Physics.

Besides standard curricula, I also prepare students for the following maths and physics competitions, and prestigous UK universities entrance exams, including:

  • UK Math Trust (UKMT) series: JMC, IMC, SMC, BMO, etc.
  • British Physics Olympiad (BPhO) series: JPC, IPC, SPC BPhO, etc.
  • Entrance exams: TMUA, ESAT, SAT, STEP, 13+, 16+ exams
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I cover all UK exam boards, i.e. EDEXCEL, OCR A, OCR B, AQA, CIE, EDUQAS, and IB.

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While AI can be a helpful supporting tool, I believe high-quality human interaction remains essential. Through live teaching, I can evaluate each student's strengths, weaknesses, misconceptions, confidence level, and exam technique, then adjust the lesson approach accordingly.

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Yes. My Grade 9 Targeting Scheme and A* Targeting Scheme are specifically designed for students who are already performing well and want to push towards the highest grades.

These programmes focus on Grade 8/9 and A/A* discriminator questions, advanced problem-solving, exam technique, hidden knowledge gaps, and challenging questions beyond those typically seen in standard school lessons.

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Yes. Standard lessons are designed to help students build a strong foundation and develop confidence in the subject.

Lessons focus on clarifying difficult concepts, strengthening fundamental skills, spotting common weaknesses, addressing misconceptions, and providing structured exam practice. Once the foundations are secure, students can then progress towards higher grades with greater confidence.

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There is no single "correct" time to start, as every student has different goals and starting points.

For students aiming to improve their understanding and confidence, I recommend seeking support as soon as they begin to struggle with a topic. Addressing difficulties early is often more effective than trying to catch up shortly before examinations.

For students targeting Grade 9, A*, Oxbridge, TMUA, ESAT, STEP, SAT, 13+ or 16+ exams, I generally recommend starting preparation as early as possible. This allows sufficient time to build deep subject understanding, develop problem-solving skills, and address weaknesses without relying on last-minute revision.

Many of my students begin preparation one to two years before their final examinations, particularly when targeting the most competitive universities and courses.

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Yes. I support students preparing for competitive university applications, including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial and other top universities.

Support may include admissions test preparation, problem-solving training, interview-style questions, deeper subject discussion, and preparation for exams such as TMUA, ESAT, STEP, SAT, 13+ and 16+.

Many students begin preparation early, as tests such as TMUA, ESAT, STEP, SAT, 13+ and 16+ require strong subject knowledge, flexible problem-solving skills, and regular exposure to unfamiliar questions. Starting early allows students to build these skills gradually rather than relying on last-minute preparation.

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Yes. I teach selected Year 1 university-level Mathematics and Physics modules.

As university courses vary significantly between institutions and degree programmes, please to discuss the specific module, syllabus, and support required.

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A lesson can be cancelled or rearranged up to 24 hours before the scheduled lesson time. To cancel or rearrange a lesson, please contact me as early as possible by phone, WhatsApp or email.

If a lesson is cancelled within 24 hours of the scheduled lesson time, the lesson cannot normally be rearranged and the full lesson fee will apply.

However, I understand that unexpected situations can happen. Therefore, each student is offered two fee-waiver opportunities per academic year, from 1st September to 31st August, for lessons cancelled within 24 hours.

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If a student does not attend a lesson without prior notification, this will be treated as a no-show.

In the case of a no-show, the full lesson fee will be charged, and the two annual fee-waiver opportunities do not apply.

Please contact me as soon as possible if there is any issue attending a scheduled lesson.

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Yes, regular lesson times can be changed, but this depends on my timetable availability.

Please contact me as early as possible if you would like to change a regular lesson time, and I will do my best to find a suitable alternative slot.