Families

Academic mentoring for students

Our mentors are carefully paired with students to build lasting relationships. We provide consistent feedback, personalised sessions and clear structure for improved confidence and academic results.

We mentor young people to academic success.

We believe every young person should have a mentor: an inspiring person invested in their future. Mentoring develops confidence, academic attainment and engagement in school life. Whether online or in-person our mentors are trained to help unlock student potential and break through barriers to success.

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  • 11+

    Our 11+ Journey for Years 5&6 takes care of everything, from the interviews and assessment days to the key academic tests.

    Discover the 11+ Journey

  • 13+

    We support Year 7 & 8 students with the 13+ journey and final exams, ensuring they reach their chosen secondary school ready and excited for the challenges ahead.

    Learn more about exam support

  • GCSE

    We’ve helped thousands of students through the GCSE process, inspiring them to improved grades and greater confidence at school.

    Learn more about exam support

  • A-Level & IB

    We work with students to nail the final hurdle of secondary school, including revision planning, mock preparation and readiness for the summer exams.

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  • UCAS

    From researching courses to writing personal statements, our mentors help Year 12&13 students maximise their potential for the next steps.

    Discover the UCAS Journey

  • University

    We help students at university, and mentor them successfully into a broad range of career paths.

How it works

  • Tell us about your child

    Get in touch with the team. Our client managers will discuss your child over the phone to align expectations.

  • Make a plan and agree focus

    We’ll create a structure together and decide how best to support you and your child.

  • We'll find a mentor for your child

    With a plan and your child’s profile, we’ll find a mentor most suited to their interests and personality.

  • Start sessions and track progress

    Once your child and their mentor are underway, we’ll monitor progress and track the impact of sessions in line with the overall focus.

What parents say

Mentors

Our mentors are extraordinary people

They're hands down the best thing about Oppidan. We train them carefully for work with families and schools and also run ongoing professional development workshops to ensure they stay on top of their game.

  • Trained in safeguarding with DBS certificates

  • Professionally trained and onboarded

  • Diverse academic and professional backgrounds

School advice

We support parents with school choices

Meet Cat Sutherland Hawes. After nearly 20 years as Director of Admissions at both Latymer Upper School and Wycombe Abbey, we are hugely fortunate to call upon her experience and professionalism in supporting Oppidan families with their school choices.

Find a mentor for your child.