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Study A-Levels at home with subject-specific tutors

For students in the UK looking ahead to a university degree, A-Levels are the most established path after GCSEs and IGCSEs to earn the UCAS points they need for admission onto their degree. Homeschooled A-Level students may have already been out of mainstream education for their GCSEs, and homeschooling tuition for A-Level is the next logical step. Others might have struggled with the format of the mainstream GCSE timetable, which can be stressful for even the brightest of children, and are turning to self-study at A-Level as an alternative.

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Focused, purposeful tuition

Whatever reason you are choosing homeschooling at A-Level for, Lionheart Education is here to support your academic endeavours at every step of the process. Unlike the ten or more subjects students take at GCSE level, A-Level tuition focuses on an average of three subjects, although students can take more if they are confident in their abilities to handle them.

Like GCSEs, A-Levels are studied over 2 years, and the breadth and depth of the material can present a gear shift that students need to get used to, with much more self-study and independent research. Lionheart A-Level tutors offer more than academic help, organising students from the start of their studies in Year 12 to approach post-16 study with confidence and routine.

 

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Developing positive academic habits

Subjects at sixth form level are demanding, and require more written work and a stronger analytical mind, especially when it comes to subjects like Geography and the Sciences. Our tutors are subject experts who have years of experience working in a related field, as well as possessing the ability to make learning manageable and approachable for young adults.

A-Level tuition gives structured support coupled with flexible scheduling for homeschooled teenagers, that give them the freedom to take on extracurricular activities or a part-time job. With support in key subjects from a dedicated tutor, A-Level students build confidence and expand their subject knowledge quickly.

 

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How Lionheart A-Level homeschooling tuition works

As students are beginning to mature personally and academically, A-Level tuition needs to reflect the demands of studying at this level without the stress and anxiety that can come with trying to absorb so much information. Our subject specialists explain concepts clearly and set independent work that contributes to the discipline and direction of study.

  • Choosing the right A-Level subjects

     

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    With so many A-Levels to choose from, students and parents need to decide carefully which ones will be taken for homeschooling, as the decisions made now can affect entrance to university. Rather than looking at each A-Level for its own merit, it’s helpful to consider how a strong combination of subjects will complement each other, balancing students’ interest in the topic with the requirement to progress to higher education.

    For example, Maths and Physics work well together, as do Law and History, and Psychology and Sociology. It’s wise to check entry requirements for desired university courses before settling on which A-Levels to take.

  • One-to-one A-Level tutoring

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    Once students have a clear idea of the A-Level subjects they want to take, bringing in a specialist tutor provides a huge boost to each topic, as concepts which might escape them in class can be explained in a detailed way by a subject expert in a way they can grasp.

    Tutors place an emphasis on independent study, so not only will they ensure that the material is covered to achieve the best results academically, but they will also help students to develop their own research and analytical skills, which will serve them well at university. Students and tutors are carefully matched through Lionheart’s system to ensure a good fit for the subject being studied.

  • Building a realistic homeschooling timetable

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    If students are new to home tuition at A-Level, setting up a timetable that suits them is essential. Home tuition does not aim to be a replica of college or sixth form, but with carefully placed tuition sessions across the month, students will be able to keep on track with college work, perform independent study, and also set aside time for meaningful revision.

    A-Level tuition can start from as little as one 60-minute session per week per subject, and increase in line with the pace of the student or as examinations approach. Tuition usually starts in Year 12 in line with the academic year, but Year 13 tutoring is also possible if the student is already confident in much of the material.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Is A-Level home education recognised by universities?

    Yes, whether you take A-Level examinations at college, sixth form, or in an independent exam centre such as the one operated by Lionheart Education in West London, the grades you receive will contribute to your number of UCAS points. In many cases, dedicated home learning with private tuition provides a clear advantage when applying to top colleges like Oxford and Cambridge.

  • Who is A-Level homeschooling suitable for?

    Students may not enjoy the formal structure of education in college if they have had issues at the end of secondary school, and opt to move to a homeschooling option for A-Level. Local colleges and sixth forms don’t always offer the combination of A-Levels students want to take, so when tuition is completed online, there are many more subjects to choose from.

  • How does A-Level homeschooling work with Lionheart tutors?

    Whether you choose online or in-home tuition, Lionheart tutors offer one-to-one sessions built around a student’s unique way of learning and the exact course they are studying. Tutors will deliver the whole academic core of the programme, explain the specifications to the students, show mark schemes, perform mock examinations, mark essays, and set them up for success when it comes to independent study.

  • How many A Levels should a homeschooled student take?

    Students in both colleges and homeschool environments tend to sit three A-Levels, as the combined number of UCAS points needed to enter most university degrees is equivalent to three A-Levels. Students who have shown themselves to be academically strong may take a fourth A-Level if they feel they are capable of the challenge within the two years of study. Subject difficulty can also come into play, with Further Mathematics, Latin, all the sciences, and Computer Science often being the most difficult.

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