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A-Level Prep Course & Private Tutoring

Best A-Level Prep Course

Support for both AS and A2, combining school support with exam preparation. Aligned with Cambridge (CIE) and Edexcel across 14 subjects, with past papers and examiner feedback. Aimed at A* for competitive UK university applications.

  • Support for both AS and A2, combining school support with exam preparation
  • Cambridge CIE and Edexcel, 14 subjects, with past papers and examiner feedback
  • A* target for competitive UK university applications

A*-A

Target Grade

A-Level Exams

Exam Format

17

Programs

4.7/5

179 approved reviews

200+

Full Program Grads

14

Subject Support

Choose Your A-Level Program

Let's determine the best program based on your stage, board, and subject needs.

Learning Options

Personalized

Private A-Level Support

One-on-one support aligned with your CIE or Edexcel syllabus and built around past papers.

  • Single or multi-subject support
  • Past paper + mark scheme analysis
  • AS/A2 specific plan
  • Examiner feedback
  • Parent progress reports

Ideal for students struggling in specific subjects, targeting A*, or wanting intensive revision.

Small Group

A-Level Group Course

Structured preparation in groups of up to 6 students, organized by subject and level.

  • Subject-based groups
  • Weekly practice test
  • Past paper practice
  • All materials included
  • Parent reports

Ideal for students who thrive on peer motivation and want a systematic program.

  • Private 1-on-1 lessons: If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, you receive a full refund.
  • Group classes: If you are not satisfied with the first week of classes, you receive a full refund.

All A-Level Subjects

Get one-on-one private tutoring or group courses with our expert tutors for each subject.

14 Subjects

A Glimpse Into Our A-Level Online Lessons

Our live, interactive lessons follow the real exam format. Expert tutors break down each topic step by step and provide instant feedback.

Class Experience

  • Private or small-group live lessons
  • Replay your lesson recordings for 14 days
  • Real-time performance tracking and analytics

Is This Program Right for You?

Match your current profile and target with the right preparation model.

Who Is It For?

  • High score target

    For students aiming for competitive applications and a clearly defined target score.

    • Diagnostic-first plan
    • Weekly milestones
    • Practice test tracking
  • Application timeline

    For students who need test prep aligned with school, application and scholarship deadlines.

    • Deadline-based pacing
    • Priority topic order
    • Application-aware guidance
  • Busy schedule

    For students and working professionals who need live online lessons with flexible timing.

    • Online lessons
    • Replay recordings
    • Evening and weekend options
  • Topic gaps

    For students who need targeted support in specific modules before full practice tests.

    • Weak-area mapping
    • Focused homework
    • Detailed feedback

A-Level Preparation Path by Starting Point

The exact plan is set after the diagnostic, but these bands show the typical route.

Score Roadmap

Starting PointTargetTypical TimeFocusSuggested Model
Foundation gapsSolid exam readiness10-16 weeksCore concepts + timingPrivate tutoring
Mid-range scoreCompetitive score8-12 weeksWeak modules + practice test reviewPrivate or small group
Near targetFinal optimization4-8 weeksStrategy, pace and error reductionIntensive review

A-Level Examiners. A* Strategists

Our A-Level tutors have CIE/Edexcel examiner backgrounds and complete mastery of mark scheme criteria.

Expert Tutors

ExaminerExaminer Tutors
Tutors who have served as examiners for Cambridge CIE and Edexcel exams.
Dual BoardCIE + Edexcel
Full command of both boards, with strategy matched to your school's curriculum.
AS/A2AS/A2 Expert
Stage-specific strategy, from foundation building to final revision.

Everything You Need to Succeed

A complete set of tools and resources to support you at every step of your journey.

Comprehensive Program

Live Online Lessons
One-on-one support for every A-Level subject
Practice Tests
CIE/Edexcel format practice tests
Past Paper Practice
Practice with years of past papers
Mark Scheme Analysis
Learn scoring criteria
Grade Prediction
Predicted grade tracking
Recorded Sessions
Replay your lessons for 14 days
UCAS Guidance
UK university application support
Parent Updates
Regular progress reports

Systematic Journey to A*

Reach A* results through past paper analysis, mark scheme study, and regular practice tests.

Proven Methodology

  1. STEP 01

    Curriculum Analysis

    We assess your current level based on your CIE or Edexcel curriculum.

    • Topic-level strength-weakness map
    • Board-specific strategy
    • Target grade and timeline plan
  2. STEP 02

    Strategic Study Plan

    A past paper-focused study program aligned with mark scheme criteria.

    • Topic prioritization
    • Weekly past paper practice
    • Examiner-style feedback
  3. STEP 03

    Practice Tests and Final Prep

    Full-format practice tests to optimize your exam performance.

    • Termly full practice test
    • Grade boundary analysis
    • Final week revision program

Program at a Glance

Verified information about exam format, program scope, and target planning.

Real Results

Full Program Grads
200+
Subject Support
14

A-Level Student Journeys

How students start, what they work on and how the plan changes as scores improve.

Case Studies

  • A. K.

    A-Level

    Start
    Diagnostic
    Target
    Target
    Duration:
    12 weeks
    Focus:
    Core gaps and timing
    Result:
    Reached application-ready score
    "The diagnostic showed exactly where I was losing points. The weekly plan made progress visible."
  • B. T.

    A-Level

    Start
    Uneven
    Target
    Stable
    Duration:
    16 weeks
    Focus:
    Practice test review and error log
    Result:
    Consistent practice test performance
    "Reviewing mistakes after each mock changed the way I studied."
  • C. Y.

    A-Level

    Start
    Near target
    Target
    Optimized
    Duration:
    6 weeks
    Focus:
    Pacing and final strategy
    Result:
    Higher confidence on test day
    "The final review helped me stop repeating the same small mistakes."

A-Level Success Stories

Success Stories

"I was at C level in Physics during AS. With past paper-focused study and examiner feedback, I got A* at the end of A2 and was accepted to Imperial."
Zariyah G. · A-Level Student · Before: C · After: A* · Imperial College London

Our A-Level Tutors

Meet our expert, results-oriented tutors

CT

Can T.

A-Level Physics Teacher

Cambridge University, Ph.D. Physics

A-Level Physics
EXPERIENCEsince 2015+2 more tutors
LB

Laura B.

A-Level Chemistry Teacher

University of Bristol, MSc Chemistry

A-Level Chemistry
EXPERIENCEsince 2013+2 more tutors
CY

Cem Y.

A-Level Economics Teacher

London School of Economics, BSc Economics + Koç University MBA

A-Level Economics
EXPERIENCEsince 2016+2 more tutors

What Families Usually Ask

Before You Decide

Who teaches the lessons?
Lessons are taught by exam-focused tutors with strong score history and years of teaching experience.Meet the team
Is it suitable for my level?
Every program begins with a diagnostic, so the plan is adjusted for beginner, mid-level and advanced students.Get a diagnostic
Are all lessons online?
Yes. Lessons are live, interactive and online. Recordings can be replayed for review after class.Ask for details

What You Need to Know About A-Level

Detailed Information

A-Level Exams and UK University Entry

A-Levels (Advanced Levels) are advanced qualifications for students aged 16-18 and one of the cornerstones of the UK education system. They are run by two main exam boards: Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Edexcel (Pearson). Students typically choose 3-4 subjects graded A*-E. A* and A grades are required for entry to the UK's Russell Group universities and the world's most prestigious schools.

A-Level results are used directly for UK university applications through UCAS. Universities like Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, LSE, UCL, and Edinburgh consider A-Level grades the primary admission criterion. Canadian, Australian, Hong Kong, and Singapore universities also accept A-Level results.

At TestPrep, we offer A-Level preparation programs fully aligned with both Cambridge CIE and Edexcel curricula. We support both AS and A2 stages. Our tutors have examiner backgrounds and complete mastery of mark scheme criteria.

Quick Answers

What is A-Level?

A-Level is the post-16 university-entry qualification used in England and Wales. Students typically take 3-4 subjects, each graded A*-E. Top universities such as Cambridge, Oxford, LSE and Imperial accept A-Levels for direct entry.

How many A-Level subjects should I take?

Three A-Levels is the standard for UK admissions; Oxbridge and medicine/engineering applicants often add Further Mathematics as a fourth. English-medium programs in Türkiye also accept three A-Levels as a recognized standard.

What are AS and A2?

In the reformed (linear) UK system, A-Level is a single two-year qualification; AS exists as a standalone certificate but does not contribute to the final A-Level grade. In the modular Cambridge International system, AS makes up 50% of the A-Level total.

How do I get an A*?

Cambridge International A-Level usually requires ~90% and a strong AS-A2 balance for an A*. Reformed UK A-Levels grade A* on top-end papers (typically ~80%+); the threshold varies by subject and board (Edexcel/AQA/CIE).

Which A-Level boards do you support?

Most international schools in Türkiye use Cambridge International (CAIE); some use Edexcel International A-Level (Pearson). We work with both, using the matching syllabus, past papers and mark schemes.

A-Level structure at a glance

Most A-Level subjects have 2-4 papers; sciences add a practical or planning component.

AS papers

·
40-50% (CAIE)

Sat at end of Year 12; counts towards the A-Level in modular boards

A2 papers

·
50-60% (CAIE)

Sat at end of Year 13; deeper synoptic content

Practical (Sciences)

·
20-25%

Lab practical or planning paper for Bio/Chem/Physics

Coursework (selected subjects)

Portfolio/project for Art, Design, Computer Science, etc.

Reformed UK A-Levels are fully linear (assessed at end of Year 13); CAIE retains modular AS + A2 sittings.

A-Level grade bands

A* — Highest band

Cambridge usually awards A* near 90%+ raw marks; common requirement at Oxbridge and for medicine/engineering.

A — Strong pass

Common target for top UK universities and English-medium programs in Türkiye.

B — Very good

Sufficient for many engineering and social-science programs.

C-E — Pass

C-D varies in scholarship and entry contexts; E is the lowest pass.

Universities typically issue conditional offers in 3-A-Level grade combinations: AAA, AAB, ABB, etc.

Compare Your Options

One-on-one tutoring

Best for
Aiming for A/A* in a specific A-Level
Format
Live online
Pace
Flexible
Support
Content teaching, past papers, mark scheme work, practice tests
One-on-one A-Level tutoring

Small-group course

Best for
Max 6 students sharing a subject and board
Format
Live online
Pace
Fixed weekly
Support
Joint content teaching plus past-paper workshops
Small-group course fees

Past-paper sprints

Best for
Students with content covered, refining exam technique
Format
Themed workshops
Pace
4-6 weeks
Support
Mark-scheme calibration, practice tests
Sprint info

4-Phase Study Plan

  1. Phase 1 — Diagnostic & board check

    Timeframe: 1-2 weeks

    Focus: Cambridge or Edexcel? Which syllabus? Where are the gaps?

    Outcome: Per-subject topic and past-paper plan

  2. Phase 2 — Year 12 (AS) content

    Timeframe: Throughout Year 12

    Focus: Content alignment with school plus internal-exam prep

    Outcome: AS grade (modular) or strong end-of-year mocks

  3. Phase 3 — Year 13 (A2) exam strategy

    Timeframe: First term of Year 13

    Focus: Synoptic topics, past-paper rotation, time management

    Outcome: Practice test performance at A/A* band

  4. Phase 4 — May/June finals

    Timeframe: Final 4-6 weeks

    Focus: Intensive past papers, error log, weak-area top-up

    Outcome: Hit target letter grades for university offers

TestPrep Istanbul A-Level methodology

Board-specific work

Separate syllabuses, past papers and mark schemes for Cambridge International and Edexcel.

Mark-scheme calibration

Past-paper answers are graded against the board's mark scheme and examiner reports.

Practical/lab support for sciences

Workshops on experimental protocols and data analysis for practical or planning papers.

Planning around UCAS conditional offers

Subject priority is set by the conditions of the student's offers (AAA/A*AA, etc.).

Our A-Level tutors

Tutors with Cambridge International and Edexcel A-Level teaching experience.

  • Specialists across Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Business, English Literature
  • Past-paper, mark-scheme and examiner-report libraries
  • Practical-paper preparation for sciences
  • Experience inside Türkiye's international schools (private + Cambridge-affiliated)

Frequently Asked Questions

A-Level Student Reviews

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Leticia Santos

Lesson times could fit around school, university or work. The feedback I received on A-Level Accounting was clear and practical. I became much more comfortable asking questions in class. It was an intense period, but it was worth it.

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Rahul Iyer

Keeping up with A-Level while school was busy was harder than I expected. My tutor made it easy to ask questions from the first lesson. Having the lesson move at my pace made the process feel much easier. Connecting examples back to the main point made my writing more consistent. My preparation became much more regular and easier to track. I was really happy with the lessons.

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Rohan Shetty

Everyone recommended different resources and I kept switching between them. The mocks showed where my time was actually being lost. Knowing what to study reduced a lot of the stress. The preparation felt calmer than I expected.

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Thiago Vieira

I was doing questions for A-Level Biology on my own but never had a steady routine. It was an intense period, but it was worth it.

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Oliver Keating

What annoyed me most was losing easy points because I rushed. We balanced current school topics with past-paper practice. I left the exam feeling that I had done what I could. A big thank you to my tutor for all the support :)

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Milagros Figueroa

Our child had a clear goal but no steady study routine. The tutor's calm approach helped protect motivation during the intensive period. Joining lessons willingly was one of the clearest signs for us. The tutor supported regular study, not only the lesson content. We were pleased with the support we received.

Ready to Boost YourA-Level Score?

Free Consultation

Discover your strengths and weaknesses with a free diagnostic test. Our expert tutors will create a personalized study plan just for you.

  • Free diagnostic test
  • Personalized study plan recommendation
  • Target school and score counseling
  • Form your own private group of 3–6 students

Book a Free Consultation

Free Consultation (Online Video Call)

Message us on WhatsApp or give us a call to discuss your goals and plan the right program. We usually reply within a few hours.

All A-Level Subjects

Get one-on-one private tutoring or group courses with our expert tutors for each subject.

14 Subjects