Education Reimagined.

Expert-led tuition from UCL and Imperial PhD scientists, built for results that last.

0 Teaching Hours Delivered PhD-overseen tuition since 2020
0 GCSE Grade 6+ Rate
0 11+ Pass Rate 2x the national average
0 SATs Pass Rate vs ~60% national average
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Our Courses

Targeted Excellence for Every Stage

From primary preparation through to A-Level, every programme is built around genuine subject mastery and UK exam boards.

11+ Grammar Exam
All Ages

11+ Grammar Exam

Expert preparation for GL and CSSE boards covering Verbal Reasoning, Maths, and English.

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GCSE English
All Ages

GCSE English

Critical analysis and strong writing skills for top-tier results.

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GCSE Science
All Ages

GCSE Science

In-depth sessions in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics to master complex scientific principles.

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GCSE Maths
All Ages

GCSE Maths

Targeted support from foundational arithmetic through to advanced Year 11 Algebra.

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A-Levels
All Ages

A-Levels

Specialist subject mastery for students aiming for competitive university placements.

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SATS
All Ages

SATS

Preparation for Year 2 and Year 6 SATs covering Maths, English, and SPaG.

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KS3
All Ages

KS3

The bridge between primary school and GCSEs, building strong foundations before Year 10.

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Coding
All Ages

Coding

Coding.

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What We Offer

Why Families Choose Sterling

Seven reasons why parents across the UK trust us with their children's most important academic milestones.

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Led By PhD Scientists

Educators from UCL and Imperial College ensuring true subject mastery beyond the syllabus.

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Our lead tutors hold PhDs from UCL and Imperial College London. They understand science and maths at the deepest level, meaning your child learns concepts properly, not just for the test. Meet the team
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Monthly Progress Tests

Formal monthly assessments with detailed reports sent directly to parents every four weeks.

Every student sits a formal written test at the end of each calendar month. Parents receive a detailed report showing scores by topic, areas of strength, and a clear plan for the month ahead. See a sample report
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Student Portal and App

24/7 access to lesson resources, monthly test results, and progress history via our dedicated portal.

Parents and students get their own login to our online portal. View past test scores, access lesson notes, download past papers, and message your tutor directly. Explore the portal
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No Fixed Contracts

Stay because your child is progressing, not because of a contractual commitment.

We don't lock families into long-term contracts. You can pause or cancel at any time with just one week's notice. View our pricing
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Free Trial Class

Experience our expert-led teaching first-hand with a no-obligation trial lesson.

Before committing to anything, your child attends a completely free trial class with one of our specialists, tailored to their year group and ability level. Book a free trial
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Student-Centric Approach

Teaching shaped by data, not guesswork, so every session targets what students actually need.

Monthly test data and digital homework results help teachers understand individual struggles and adapt sessions accordingly. How it works
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All UK Staff DBS Checked

Every member of Sterling Study's UK team is fully DBS checked and safeguarding trained.

All our tutors and staff have enhanced DBS clearance before their first session, giving you complete peace of mind. Our safeguarding policy
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Small Class Sizes

We keep groups small so every student receives genuine personal attention.

Our classes run with a maximum of 6 students per group so tutors can respond to every question and notice when a student is struggling. View class sizes
Your Path to Success

Three Steps to Get Started

From your first enquiry to your first lesson, clear, fast, and entirely risk-free.

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Free Academic Assessment

A comprehensive assessment produces a detailed report on your child's learning gaps and strengths.

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Free Trial Class

Your child attends a free trial lesson matched to their exact year group and ability level. No cost, no commitment.

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Begin Your Programme

Your child joins their class and we handle everything. Resources, monthly tests, and progress updates are all taken care of.

The Methodology

Evidence-Based Learning That Delivers

A structured, repeatable process that closes gaps, builds confidence, and produces consistent results.

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Pre-Assessment Precision
Students are placed only after a diagnostic assessment establishes their exact starting point. No assumptions, no wasted lessons.
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Small Class Sizes
A maximum of 6 students per class means every question is answered and every struggle is noticed.
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Monthly Formal Testing
Students sit a written test every month. Parents receive a detailed report of the progress test within minutes.
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Data-Driven Teaching
Monthly test results and digital homework data give teachers a clear picture of where each student is struggling, so sessions are tailored to what the class actually needs, not just what is next on the syllabus.
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Free Doubt Sessions
Targeted follow-up sessions aligned with each monthly report, a dedicated space to clear anything students are unsure about.
🏆 Proud to be different
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Monthly Exams. No Exceptions.

Real tests. Real results. Every single month, not just at the end of term.

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Struggling? We Step In. For Free.

Free 1-2-1 sessions for any student who needs extra support. No asterisks. No added cost.

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0+ Staff Members Dedicated educators and support team
3 PhD Scientists From UCL and Imperial College London
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Don't Just Prepare for Exams.
Master Them.

Join the community of parents who trust our PhD-led methodology to transform potential into top-tier results.

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Our Team

Meet the Sterling Team

The educators, leaders and specialists behind every student's success.

Ms Yesha Mukhtiar
DIRECTOR
🏛️ Director
BPharm MPharm Pharmacist

Yesha leads Sterling Study as Director, bringing operational precision that ensures every student experience is seamless and focused on outcomes.

Dr Parth Patel
Lead Tutor and Co-Founder
🎓 UCL and Imperial College
BSc MSc Multiomics Technology PhD Neuroscience

Parth completed his MSc at Imperial College London and his PhD in Neuroscience at UCL. His scientific background shapes the Sterling approach, building genuine understanding at depth.

Dr Igors Pupko
Lead Tutor and Co-Founder
🎓 UCL, Imperial and Surrey
BSc MSc Multiomics Technology PhD Genetics

Igors completed his PhD in Genetics at the University of Surrey before working as a Specialist Scientist at UCL. His teaching is precise and evidence-driven.

Ms Sharin Shaikh
Tutor
📚 Specialist Tutor
Specialist Tutor

Sharin's approachable style and genuine enthusiasm for her subjects makes her a consistent favourite among Sterling students, particularly skilled at building confidence.

Mr Shubham Shah
Company Manager
⚙️ Operations
Operations Management

Shubham manages Sterling's day-to-day operations, ensuring every booking, communication and student interaction runs smoothly behind the scenes.

Sterling Competitions

Our Prize Competitions and Recent Winners

Every few months we run a prized internal competition to motivate our students and celebrate the very best.

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Prized Competitions
Run every few months across all year groups
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Multiple Categories
Separate competitions by subject and age group
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Real Prizes
iPads, Laptops and much more
Open to All Students
Every enrolled student is eligible to enter
Most Recent Competition — Winter 2025/26
⭐ Special Award
Krish Kachhia
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⭐ Special Award
Ninad Dave
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⭐ Special Award
Dhvani Patel
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Aarav Patel
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What stands out at Sterling is the depth of knowledge. My son's Biology tutor understood the subject properly. He went from a Grade 4 to a Grade 8.
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Within three months at Sterling, my daughter was consistently scoring in the top 10% on practice papers. She passed and now attends Latymer. We could not have hoped for more.
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From The Sterling Blog

Insights, Guides and Expert Advice

Practical guidance from our PhD team to help you navigate every stage of your child's academic journey.

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Sterling Platform — App and Web Portal

The Only Platform Built
Entirely Around Your Child.

Most tutoring companies give you a WhatsApp message once a week. Sterling gives you a full technology platform, engineered so you're never in the dark about your child's progress.

Monthly test results and attendance. Every score and session logged, always accessible.
Instant struggle detection. Weak topics flagged automatically after every progress test.
Homework submission and feedback. Submit, review and track work with tutor notes in one place.
Digital worksheet tracking. Every worksheet marked, scored and areas of concern flagged instantly.
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