Frequently Asked Questions

About Whetstone Education

  • Whetstone is an education company providing lessons, programmes and academic mentoring led by qualified teachers from leading UK schools. We support families, schools and educational agents with UK school entrance exam preparation, GCSE and A level tutoring, and university and Oxbridge application support.

  • We work with three main groups: individual families seeking high‑quality exam preparation and mentoring, schools looking for targeted academic programmes and additional staffing capacity, and educational agents who place students into UK schools and universities.

School Entrance Exam Preparation

  • Yes. We provide structured UK school entrance exam preparation for 11+, 13+ and school‑specific tests, including independent school and grammar school entry. Our teachers focus on the skills, content and exam techniques pupils need to secure places at competitive schools.

  • We regularly support applications to selective day and boarding schools, including academically competitive and highly selective schools. This can include long‑term tutoring, intensive entrance exam preparation, interview practice and ongoing academic mentoring once a place is secured.

  • We work with families and educational agents on school placement planning, helping to identify suitable UK schools and prepare students for entrance tests and interviews. We also offer bridging programmes to help students adapt to UK curricula and expectations when they join their new school.

GCSE and A Level Tutoring

  • Yes. We offer GCSE and IGCSE tutoring in key subjects, taught by qualified teachers with deep curriculum and exam board knowledge. Students receive targeted support with content gaps, exam technique and revision planning to improve grades and confidence.

  • We provide A level tutoring and extension for students aiming for top grades and competitive university courses. Lessons can focus on strengthening core understanding, tackling challenging problems and developing the advanced skills needed for high‑stakes exams.

  • We support students with UCAS and international university applications, including course choice, personal statement planning and editing, and preparation for admissions tests and interviews. Our goal is to help students present strong, thoughtful applications that reflect their academic potential.

  • Yes. We offer specialist Oxbridge application support, including super‑curricular reading guidance, admissions test preparation and Oxbridge‑style mock interviews. Students work with experienced teachers who understand how to develop the critical thinking and communication skills Oxbridge colleges are looking for.

University and Oxbridge Support

  • We partner with schools to design and deliver targeted hybrid-learning programmes, such as one-to-one intervention classes, A-Level streaming for specialised subjects, university admissions advice and holiday revision programmes. Our packages integrate with school timetables and reporting systems to make delivery straightforward for leaders and coordinators.

  • We collaborate with educational agents to prepare students for UK school entrance and university admission, from initial assessments through to exam preparation and interview coaching. We can also design ongoing online tutoring programmes that help agents’ students thrive academically after they arrive in the UK.

Working with Schools and Agents

Practical Details

  • Most of our tutoring and academic programmes are delivered online, allowing us to work with students, schools and agents around the world. In some cases we can arrange in‑person tuition, intensive courses or projects, depending on location and requirements.

  • Whetstone teachers are experienced, fully qualified professionals from respected UK schools. We select teachers for strong subject expertise, a track record of exam success and the ability to mentor students thoughtfully over time.

  • Families, schools and educational agents can contact us via the enquiry form or by email to outline their goals, key exams and timelines. We will then recommend a tailored plan, match you with suitable teachers and agree a programme structure that fits your academic priorities