Group of 2
£50 /child /session
Enquire about group of 2Small groups
Group Tuition
Two to five children, one teacher, 55 minutes. Enough structure to make real progress, small enough that every child still gets their own feedback.
Group of 3–5
£45 /child /session
Enquire about group of 3–5Sessions run for 55 minutes, online or in-person. Maximum group size is 8. Initial assessment included with every new placement.
What a session looks like
Structured enough to be serious and small enough to stay personal
Every group session follows the same rhythm. What changes is the level — we group children by where they are, not when they were born.
Initial assessment
Every new student starts with a short assessment so the group is pitched at the right level from session one.
Grouped by level, not age
Children work alongside peers at a similar stage. Progress accelerates when everyone is being stretched, not held back.
Three pillars, shared discussion
Writing, grammar and comprehension, taught with the productive back-and-forth only a small group can create.
Individual feedback
Each child gets their own written or verbal feedback after every session. Group teaching, never generic teaching.
Who it’s for
Group tuition suits children who…
- Children who thrive with peers around them
- Families who want a more affordable route than one-to-one (£45–£50 per child, vs £80)
- Key Stage 1 & 2 — Years 1–6
- 11+ entrance exam preparation — CEM, GL, ISEB and independent schools
- Building confidence through shared discussion
- Friendship groups — bring your own set of 2–5 children
Prefer undivided attention? Private tuition runs at a flat £80 per 55-minute session, same teaching, fully one-to-one.
Online
Zoom groups run with shared resources, live writing and real-time discussion across the screen.
At home
A quiet, focused space; materials ready on arrival.
Forming a group
Bring your own or join one
Bring your own group
Got a set of friends or cousins at a similar stage? Form your own group of 2–5 and we’ll run sessions around a time that works for all of you.
Start a groupJoin a forming group
New groups form each half-term. Tell us your child’s year group and availability and we’ll match them to a group being built at the right level.
Ask about joiningGroup parents & colleagues say
How small groups feel in practice
“Shalaka has an excellent relationship with children. She is a master of knowing the right thing to say or do, which will get the best from them. This is achieved through mutual respect, clear expectations and overall being an excellent practitioner. Pupils adore her because learning is always inspirational and meaningful, with previously disenchanted learners being inspired too. Shalaka has developed wonderful relationships with children, staff and parents and is extremely well respected.”
“J has attended The Blossoming Mind small group sessions for almost a year. During this time, we have seen his confidence in English comprehension and writing flourish. Shalaka’s structured approach and clear communication has enabled J to attempt comprehension tasks independently and with confidence. Her unique style and passion for writing has inspired J to think creatively whilst applying the literary techniques taught to him each session. We would recommend Shalaka’s small group sessions to any families preparing for 11+ assessments.”
“M worked with Shalaka in private and group sessions. From day one, Shalaka made her feel relaxed, supported and welcomed. She quickly identified learning needs that even her school did not pick up on. M progressed well, enjoyed her sessions, and even after 11+ exams, she was keen to carry on learning with Shalaka. I will forever be grateful for the support, the push she gave M to improve her exam technique, and the comfort she gave M when she was struggling through the 11+ process.”
Prefer one-to-one?
Private tuition is a flat £80 per 55-minute session.