How It Works

Finding the right tutor for your child should feel simple, transparent, and safe.

At The Centre for Education & Coaching (CEC), we’ve designed our platform to help you connect with experienced tutors in a way that works for your family.

Browse Tutors

Start by exploring our tutor listings.

You can:

Explore by subject (e.g. Maths, English, Science, 11+)
Choose the level (Primary, KS3, GCSE, A Level)
View individual tutor profiles

Each tutor profile includes:

Their experience and qualifications
Subjects and levels they teach
Lesson pricing
A personal bio and teaching approach

Take your time to find a tutor who feels like the right fit for your child.

Contact a Tutor

If you’d like to ask questions before booking, you can contact tutors directly.

This allows you to:

Discuss your child’s needs
Check availability
Clarify lesson structure or expectations

Building this initial connection can help ensure a strong working relationship.

Book a Lesson

Some tutors offer a “Book Now” option on their profile.

Where available, this allows you to:

Secure lessons instantly
Pay safely through the platform
Receive confirmation of your booking

All payments made through the platform are processed securely.

Why don’t all tutors have “Book Now”?

Not all tutors use the instant booking feature.

Some tutors prefer to:

Speak with families first
Agree on a plan before scheduling sessions
Manage their own bookings and payments

In these cases, you can contact the tutor directly to arrange lessons.

DBS & Safeguarding

Some tutors indicate that they hold a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate.

If this is shown on their profile:

You are welcome to request to see their DBS certificate directly
Tutors are expected to provide this upon request

We always recommend that parents carry out their own checks to ensure they feel fully comfortable.

Payments

When using the Book Now feature:

Payments are made securely through the platform
Pricing is clearly displayed on each tutor’s profile

For tutors who do not use Book Now:

Payment arrangements may be agreed directly with the tutor

Choosing the Right Tutor

Every child is different, so the “right” tutor isn’t just about qualifications.

We recommend considering:

Teaching style and personality
Experience with your child’s level
Communication and responsiveness

Our Role

CEC connects families with independent tutors.

While we carefully review tutor applications, tutors operate independently.

This gives you the flexibility to choose the tutor that best meets your needs.