How Kevin and Serena run online sessions
Sessions run over a video call with a shared digital workspace. This means Kevin or Serena can display questions, annotate worked examples in real time, and see the student's written working as they complete it. It is not a passive screen-watching experience — the student is expected to write, respond, and work through questions at the same pace as they would in person. The format is deliberately active throughout.
What technology is needed
- A laptop, tablet or desktop with a working camera and microphone
- A reliable internet connection — mobile data is not ideal for a full hour
- A stylus or pen is useful but not essential; most students write on paper and hold it up to the camera when needed
- A quiet space where the student can speak and focus without interruption
Which subjects work well online
Maths, English and science all translate very well to online sessions. Exam technique and past paper practice work particularly well because papers can be shared on screen and annotated together. A-Level subjects also suit online strongly — older students are more comfortable with screen-based work and benefit from the flexibility of scheduling sessions without travel. The only sessions that are occasionally better in person are those involving very young primary pupils (Reception to Year 2) where physical materials and face-to-face interaction are more important.
Benefits families in Birmingham and Smethwick mention most
The most consistent feedback from families who switched from in-person to online is that the time saving is significant. A session that would have involved 20 minutes of travel each way can now happen at the kitchen table immediately after school. For families with multiple children or working schedules that shift week to week, the flexibility of online scheduling — easier to reschedule, easier to start — removes one of the main barriers to keeping sessions regular.
Next step
Call 07909 274901 or book a free online trial lesson. The trial runs exactly as a normal session would — it is a good way to check the format works for your child before committing to a regular slot.