Success Stories

From First Lessons to Bright Futures – Real Stories from A-Star Families.

“Thank you for giving her the skills to rebuild her future.”

“Jessica had fallen so far behind due to frequent absences from illness, and by the time she reached Year 11, I truly believed the school had given up on her. The gaps in her learning seemed overwhelming, and the school just wasn’t offering the support she so desperately needed. We felt utterly helpless and were losing hope that she’d ever catch up. Then we found A Star Tutoring for her English, Maths and Science, and it was like a lifeline. The transformation in Jessica has been nothing short of extra-ordinary. She not only caught up but also secured her college placement, something that felt so out of reach before. She simply wouldn’t have achieved this without the unwavering support from the team at A Star. Even her teachers have noticed the remarkable improvement in her attitude and performance since she started. A Star Tutoring didn’t just fill the academic gaps, they gave her back her confidence, her motivation, and the belief that she could succeed. Words can’t express our gratitude.“

Laura White

“We’re absolutely delighted with the journey both of our children have taken with A Star”

“Our daughter, Anya, attended A Star Tutoring in her final year of primary school, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the support she received. As parents, we naturally had hopes for her, and thanks to the dedicated guidance at A Star, she met expectations in her SATs. The relief and pride we felt were overwhelming. Our son, Arnie, has also flourished in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Watching him gain confidence and make incredible progress has been truly heartwarming. He went from struggling to thriving, and we know that’s a direct result of the fantastic teaching and nurturing environment at A Star. The service has always been nothing short of professional and compassionate. We’re absolutely delighted with the journey both of our children have taken with A Star, and we can’t recommend them highly enough for anyone looking for personalised, high-quality educational support that truly makes a difference.”

Tom and Nicola Achtmanis

“We cannot recommend A Star Tutoring highly enough- it has been life-changing for Rachel, and for us.”

“She was really panicking about getting into college because she was not sure whether she would be able to pass her maths and as well it’s been a tough year with everything going on.

School is hectic and there is a lot of distractions but with A Star there was none of that. It was like going to the gym and getting a personal trainer. She was given confidence which she had lost before but she gained that confidence back with A Star. With the discipline that comes with studying here it helped support her and push her forward.”
Richard

“It gave me time for extra practice and guidance. The 1 to 1 support was very useful, stopped me from getting distracted. Max was clear and concise with how he taught me. It matched the way I was taught at school which helped me build on what I already knew.”
Frankie

“The dedication from A Star and how well organised they were helped Dora to pass her 11 plus.

With the plan they put forward after they tested her, it gave us the confidence that she would excel in her exam. ‘They worked on any weakness that she had, whenever we found a weakness with her A Star would find a solution and they even made extra time for her to improve.”

Father

“She felt relaxed with A Star, as she was happy and felt no pressure as she was learning with happiness. A Star taught her in small classes and each tutor put so much focus on the individual child. The 1 to 1 lessons helped her immensely. A Star are honest and reliable. They produce all the learning material very well and any issues we had are resolved and they are always very helpful. There is complete clarity with their programmes and no false promises.”

Mother

A few years ago we had an exemplary student. With both parents working hard to invest in his future, they never gave up on him.

He achieved incredible results, despite after his first year of achieving grade D’s in his A level Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics. After one year of receiving tuition from A Star, he achieved grades A, A and A* in Mathematics.

He says, “ I worked really hard and the team at A Star were instrumental in making this happen for me. He then added, “Anything that I didn’t grasp at college, the tuition made it easier. I don’t think I could have achieved these grades if it wasn’t for the support from A Star Tutoring.”

Abdul, tuition director says, “Immanuel was a great student and a example for many young people to take as a role model. Whatever work we gave him , he simply just got down to it and completed it. His focus was key and I could see that he never gave up on his goals despite the setbacks during the first year.”

His mother Mrs Ratubola says, “We committed to making an investment in our children and after the results we realised this was the greatest thing we did. I would highly recommend any parent that is seeking help with their child to get in touch, as A Star is the answer. We will always look back at this time and never forget what they did for us.”

Immanuel Ratubola

After the first year of his A levels Abdul was achieving grade Bs. After studying with A Star Tutoring he achieved grade A in chemistry and grade A in mathematics.

“We were totally satisfied with his results and felt that without the help of A Star our son would have found it difficult to achieve the top grades. The time in tuition is very important and it gave him the focus he needed and support outside of school to progress his grades and his confidence to sit exams under pressure. We feel the quality of the tutoring was excellent and this was evident in the grades that he achieved.
My advice to any parent would be to take the tutoring seriously and don’t delay in starting the programme. The sooner your child starts, the better opportunity of achieving their target grades. A levels are
a very specialist field and we as parents found it difficult to help, even though I’m a pharmacist. The tutors are very helpful and are specialised in their field and gave unconditional support and help to him.”

Abdul Rahman

“When we first came to A Star, Erin, our son, was achieving grade 5’s in English and Maths.

We found the A Star team extremely helpful, as they provided the personalised one to one support that Erin needed, in order to achieve his grades. We were delighted with the outcome of Erin’s grade 7 in Maths and his grade 6 in English, and we extend a big “Thank You” to A Star Tutoring, in helping Erin to achieve his potential. Erin also developed more focus in his approach towards study and therefore the way in which he appreciated the value of his education.

A big “Thank You” to A Star Tutoring for all the help you’ve given to our son’s education.”

Mr Ali

“We were amazed by Jannah’s progression in her GCSE studies, during her Year 11.

Our daughter was attending Newcastle-under-Lyme School and we felt that she required the individual one to one approach, in order to improve her grades during her final year. We found the A Star team to be very professional and the teaching standards were exceptionally impressive, which we felt, catered for Jannah’s particular individual learning technique. is, undoubtedly, contributed towards her upward trend in the overall standard of her education.
We were very pleased with Jannah’s results in Maths and Science.
Before she came to A Star, she was achieving a grade 4, but after eight months of tutoring, she achieved grade 6’s and 7’s in her GCSE’s for these subjects. We extend a big “Thank You” to the A Star team, for all their help and dedication.”

Yasirmir Meigh

“I’ve studied at A Star since Year 9 and had previously been struggling in Maths and especially Biology.

Abdul and Ken, who teach Maths and Science, and Kelvin, who teaches English, really helped me throughout my journey and in the end I achieved Grades 8 and 9 in these subjects.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at A Star and would highly recommend it to anyone considering tuition, in order to make a positive difference to their grades.”

Dania

“Hello, I’m Alia and I’ve been at A Star for over a year.

The subjects I studied were Maths, both English Language and English Literature and all the Sciences.
When I came to A Star, I was really behind in Maths, but with the help of my tutors I went from a Grade 1 to a grade 5. In fact, I gained a Grade 5 across my subject areas and am extremely pleased with my results.

I would recommend A Star to anyone who is struggling with their grades, or simply wants to improve their overall performance.”

Alia

“When Brett Thursfield first came to A Star, he was faced with a dilemma.

Whilst his science grades at A level were all predicted A’s, he had previously taken GCSE English Language at a local F.E. college and achieved a grade 5. The prerequisite grade for entry into medical school is a grade 6 in GCSE.”

“Their decision to contact A Star Tutoring was a turning point, which has since paid dividends and consequently opened the door to Brett’s academic future in medicine. Brett’s abilities in English were already entirely competent, but as a result of his dedication and determination to succeed, they surpassed all expectations and he was deservedly rewarded with a grade 7. Having applied to several medical schools, he is now able to set his sights clearly on his chosen career path.”

“Hi, I’m Tanisha and I’ve been studying Maths, Science and English at A Star for the past two years.

The staff, along with the friendly, relaxed atmosphere at A Star all contributed to my success. I achieved high Grade 6’s in all of my subjects. My tutors played an enormous part in my success, as they were professional and encouraging.

I have really enjoyed my experience.”

Tanisha

“When we started the A Star programme Azad was achieving grade 3’s.  After the fast track tutoring from the team, he achieved grade 5’s in English, Mathematics and Science.

He did tremendously well with his grades considering he started late.  The support our son received was first class, the tutors were very supportive and went out of their way to tutor and provide all the help he needed.  We are now back at A Star for A level Tutoring.  A big thank you to all the team.  We could not have done this without the support from team A Star.”

Mohammad Azad

“When we started A Star Tutoring, Jesse was achieving a grade 3 in Science.

After six months of tutoring from A Star she achieved grade 6’s in science.  The help and support we received from A Star was excellent.  We feel Jesse would not have achieved these grades without the help of Abdul and the Science team.  The Science teaching was excellent, and she just understood the work!”

Tracey Possente

“The A Star team were very helpful and successful in bringing him on and instilling confidence in him

When we started the programme in November, Abdullah was on a Grade 5 in Mathematics.  He was finding it difficult to achieve anything above a Grade 5. The A Star team were very helpful and successful in bringing him on and instilling confidence in him, for him to achieve.  Overall, he achieved a Grade 7, we were shocked! Our investment gave us a huge return and thank you to A-Star Tutoring.”

Owais Siddique

“The support we received from A Star was Amazing – we were in tears on results Day!

Rmesha was on a grade D in GCSE Chemistry and after 9 months of Tutoring from A Star, she achieved a grade 7 (grade A) and A*s in Biology and Physics.  The support we received from the science team was outstanding and now we are back for her A-levels. A big thank you to the team at A Star Tutoring!”

Shaista Maroof

“We were thinking of home schooling for Heidi, we found A-Star Tutoring.  From the first moment we met Abdul and his team, we knew in our hearts that this was the right place.

Heidi was tutored in IGCSE English Language and IGCSE English Literature. We entered to take the exams and Heidi enjoyed attending the lessons.

Her tutor Kelvin was brilliant!  And we couldn’t have asked for anymore.  He connected with her and gave her so much confidence.  He bonded with her and set the right expectations from the start.  Kelvin’s interest was acting and as our daughter wants to pursue a career in acting this was just the icing on the cake.  Our daughter was inspired by A-Star tutoring and they know how to get the best out of your child. Heidi took the exams early in January 2018, and in the last few months her grades just went up and when we received the results- they were two A*s!”

Fleur Sctott

Heidi Ralph Stott

“We were delighted with the tutoring from team A-Star.

The tutors were excellent, they really understood our daughters learning needs. Lisa needed to achieve high grades in GCSE English Literature and English Language. In order to purse a career in Medicine. Kelvin and Steve her tutors were outstanding, we feel she could not have achieved these grades without the help from A-Star tutoring. In the end results were second to none and she achieved grades A’s!”

Helen Wu
Lisa Zhao

“Our daughter joined A-Star Tutoring in year 11, and she was achieving grade D’s at the beginning.  After a few months of tutoring her grades in English, Mathematics and Sciences improved drastically, and she was beginning to feel more confident.”

“It was a struggle, but thanks to the excellent teaching at A Star our daughter came out with A’s and B’s!  The tutors really helped her to gain focus and clarity in her education, we felt she would not have achieved so well, had it not been for Mr Abdul and his team.  If you are serious about your child’s education, then send them to A Star they will get the best out of your child.”

Dr Anna
Ayesha Balogun

“We are so proud of our daughter, Aqsa, not only has she achieved exceptional grades across all subjects at GCSE but she’s also attained a Grade 9 in her GCSE English language exams – the top 20% in the country!”

“She couldn’t have achieved this without the support of Abdul and his team at A Star. Over the past 5 years they have worked with Aqsa, on the platinum tutoring programme, and helped her to believe in herself, and given her the confidence to aim high and believe she can achieve. A big thank you to Abdul, and all the great tutors at A Star Tutoring.”

Mrs Ahmed
Aqsa Ahmed, Year 11

“We found the tutoring from A-Star, allowed our son Mustafa to become an independent learner and pass the Newcastle school entrance exams with confidence!”

“The tutoring really helped our son to become more independent and confident with the different subject areas.  His confidence increased week to week and we could not of got through this exam without the help of Abdul, Amanda and Kelvin.  We really thank the team and would recommend any parent who is thinking of entrance exams for their child.”

Dr Iqbal
Mustafa Iqbal, Year 6

“Irsalan achieved grade A’s in Mathematics and sciences with the support of A Star Tutoring.”

“We then enrolled him for his first year of A-levels for Chemistry and Mathematics. Irsalan, was finding the A-levels challenging, however his tutors were excellent, and had the expertise and specialism to get the best out of the students. We were delighted with his grades, A* in Chemistry and grade B in Mathematics.  He couldn’t have achieved these grades and confidence, had he not been at A Star Tutoring.”

Abid Hussain
Irsalan Hussain, Year 12

“We were over the moon with Aimee’s A Level Results!”

“She enjoyed the one to one and really excelled with her chemistry and mathematics tutors.”

Mrs Knapper
Aimee Knapper, A Level

“Before he started Ismaeel could barely write a sentence, now he can write a lot more and he enjoys writing.”

“Before he started Ismaeel could barely write a sentence, now he can write a lot more and he enjoys writing.”

Aisha Rasool
Ismaeel Rasool, Year 7

“We were so worried, Ali’s Grammar school entrance exams were coming up in English (comprehension), verbal and non-verbal reasoning and mathematics.”

“Ali too was negative and didn’t think he would pass. After speaking with Abdul we felt he understood the problem and felt reassured. A Star did a fantastic job working on Ali’s self-belief and motivation. Ali felt so proud when he passed, A Star have helped Ali to achieve his goal and to believe in himself.”

Basma Rabie
Ali Rabie, Year 5

“Emily received the best preparation for her entrance exam and she really enjoyed attending her sessions.”

“We are delighted with the progress she has made and she has so much more confidence now.”

Susan Winder
Emily Winder, Year 5

“James was doing well at school but needed some extra support to get him through his GCSE exams.”

“We enrolled James on to the platinum tutoring programme. Very, very quickly we noticed improvements. James connected really well with his tutors, they were enthusiastic and believed in him and this really helped him to achieve. We have already recommended A Star Tutoring to family and friends.”

Della Hoskins
James Hoskins, Year 11

“Sanaa has made excellent progress; she’s now achieving high level 6’s in English, Mathematics and Science.”

“The new GCSE framework is going to be hard and we want to ensure Sanaa is well prepared. We would certainly recommend A Star to other parents, two of our children attend and we’ve seen the difference.”

Aisha Rasool
Sanaa Rasool, Year 9

“We are delighted with Zoe’s SATs results.”

“We have been amazed at the progress Zoe has made after just 6 months at A Star Tutoring. The teaching was excellent, Abdul and the team are brilliant and we were very pleased with the service we received!”

Judith Bailey Zoe Bailey, Year 5

“My daughter Emma was struggling at school in maths and science.”

“Since sending her to A Star Tutoring we have seen a big improvement, teachers have noticed that she is more independent in the classroom. She achieved above the grade that was expected and A Star were instrumental in making that happen.”

Christina Gascoyne
Emma Gascoyne, Year 11

“We have twin boys Alonso and Mauricio, they both needed to improve their written and verbal reasoning to pass the entrance exam for Denstone boarding school.”

“We are grateful to Abdul and his team for getting the boys through the exam and for getting them to actually enjoy learning.”

Mrs Stimpson
Alonso and Mauricio, Year 9

“I was so disappointed after I received my first year A Level results and knew I needed to do better to study pharmacy at university.”

“A Star already helped me during my GCSE’s so I spoke to my parents about going back. I am so happy I did! My tutors were fantastic and I was making progress. I went from a grade D to a grade B and I was actually enjoying learning. I’m now studying pharmacy at Keele and so grateful to Abdul and the team.”

Kainat Naeem, A Level

“We are thrilled, Anum achieved 8 Grade A*s at GCSE!”

“Thank you to Abdul and Anum’s tutors for inspiring her to achieve her best, for working with her and motivating her.”

Muzamil Hussain
Anum Hussain, Year 11

“We heard about A Star from other parents and were impressed with how A Star has helped improve many students achieve better.”

“After just 12 months of intense maths tutoring Jasleen achieved a grade A – she exceeded our expectations. The homework she was given combined with the good quality teaching and environment all helped. We are now telling other parents how well A Star worked for our daughter.”

Sonia Bhasin
Jasleen Bhasin, Year 11

“Lucy’s never really enjoyed her science lessons and has always dreaded that particular class.”

“But since going to A Star – well it’s like listening to a different girl! She’s much more confidence and her tutors explain to her in a way she understands. She’s no longer embarrassed to answer questions at school.”

Julie Ashley
Lucy Ashley, Year 11

“Feizan feels so much more confident at school, and he’s much more focused now.”

“He’s moved up a set in maths and his English teacher has given him some positive feedback too. We are happy and feel A Star are making a big difference to Feizan’s future.”

Kalsoom Ali
Feizan Ali, Year 10

“A Star have given Harrison the confidence in his own abilities.”

“He is preparing for the St Jospeh’s entrance exam and is no longer struggling through the verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions. No matter how good you think your child is in their ability A Star will have more to offer and bring out in your child.”

Katie Woodward
Harrison Woodward-Sims, Year 5

“I’ve seen a vast improvement in my grades in some subjects since attending A Star.”

“My teachers are very pleased with me and so am I. It’s increased my concentration, I feel I can focus better and I have been enabled to learn more. If you want to go that extra mile it really is worth it.”

Alasdair Carter, Year 11

“I’ve consolidated my knowledge and learnt more on the areas I was struggling with and needed more support on.”

“I think it’s a high quality and standard of tutoring. It’s helped me remember more and focus on what the examiner asks. If your conscious you won’t achieve what you want or think you need to do a little bit more in order to reach a grade it’s a good idea to get some tutoring.”

Daniel Babb, Year 11

“The tutoring has given me an extra boost, in school I’m more confident answering questions.”

“My tutors have been fantastic, they know their stuff and explain the higher topics very well. My results have improved drastically, I achieved all A*’s and A’s in my GCSE’s . I would definitely recommend A Star because it will help you so much like it has helped me!”

Maryam Bibi, Year 11

“Saba was struggling in maths, she would get frustrated and give up.

After six months of tutoring we were pleasantly surprised with the rapid progress she was making and her achievement of Grade A* was amazing!  We were over the moon. Now Saba is progressing onto sixth form to study Mathematics and Sciences.  We found the service fantastic and it’s the best investment you can put into your child.

We highly recommend A Star Tutoring to serious parents who are ambitious and want their child to achieve the best.”

Akbar Ali Shah, Brookside Autos
Saba Akbar, Year 11

“We found the tutoring from A-Star gave Declan confidence in his ability to achieve his grade C in maths.”

Previously, Declan found it difficult in college and would get nervous.  After 6 months of tutoring he finally achieved his potential.  The tutoring at A-Star was a million times better and we received the reassurance and regular feedback on his progress.

If you are thinking for your child’s future with A-Star – go for it!”

Claire Williamson
Declan Coxon, GCSE