Our Philosophy
We believe that the best way to learn is to struggle productively. Our approach is designed to build independent thinkers, not passive listeners.
The Importance of Independent Thinking
In a typical 1-to-1 session, the tutor often does the heavy lifting—explaining concepts and solving problems for the student. While this feels helpful, it can create an "illusion of competence."
The student understands it when the tutor does it, but fails when they face a blank page in an exam.
"At Tutorium, we flip the script. The student faces the blank page first. Our tutors monitor that struggle and provide just enough support to bridge the gap."
Active Monitoring
Our platform allows tutors to view student work in real-time. This isn't just about the final answer; it's about the steps taken to get there. We catch errors early and correct misconceptions immediately.
Deliberate Practice
Every task is selected to target a specific weakness or build a necessary skill. We use exam-style questions to ensure that every minute of study contributes to final success.
Building Resilience
Success in GCSEs and A-Levels requires more than knowledge—it requires the ability to stay calm and analytical when faced with a difficult question. Our supervised environment builds that grit.
Meet the Founder – Waleed Mir
Hi, I'm Waleed Mir, the founder of Tutorium Education. I've been tutoring for over 10 years, worked with over 100 successful students, and delivered more than 10,000 hours of tutoring.
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry Graduate – University of Manchester
- Rated 4.9/5 on Tutorful
- Worked with local schools and community initiatives
- DBS Certified & Experienced with all student types
- Voted the 2nd Best Tutor in Lancashire
Over the years, I've seen what works — and what doesn't. Supervised learning was born out of this experience, designed to get students involved in their own progress. It's not just about getting a grade — it's about building the kind of learner who can tackle anything.
Why Choose Tutorium
Structured Independent Work
We don't just lecture. We supervise the actual work, ensuring students grapple with difficult concepts until they achieve mastery.
Professional Academic Mentors
Our tutors are subject matter specialists who know the exact requirements of every major UK exam board.
Data-Driven Progress
We track every error and intervention, providing parents with concrete evidence of academic improvement.
What Our Families Say About
Tutorium's Supervised Impact
"Clear and concise. Anything that needed revisiting was covered again so that I could understand clearly. The icing on the cake is the patience of the tutor. It was a breath of fresh air to not be scolded for not understanding something the first time."
Muhammad Uddin
"Had Mr. Mir for GCSE maths and saw improvements across a lot of my weaker areas. Decided to continue forward with my first year of A-Level maths and my tuition sessions with him have allowed me to make excellent progress."
Alyan Nadeem
"I really like this class because the teacher has helped me a lot with my work. He's helped me remember things that I forgot and he has helped find the weaknesses I have and fixed them and turned them into strengths."
Abdul Aftab
Frequently Asked
Questions
Traditional tutoring focuses on explanation—students receive information but sometimes develop reliance on the tutor rather than independent thinking. Tutorium's supervised learning model is different. Students work independently on structured tasks while tutors actively monitor progress and intervene with targeted support only when needed. This builds genuine independent thinking, exam confidence, and reflects how students are actually assessed in exams. It's not less support than 1-to-1 tutoring—it's support at the moment it matters most.
Absolutely. Tutors are actively monitoring progress throughout the session. When a student struggles or makes an error, the tutor provides targeted support immediately. It's high-impact intervention at the moment it matters most.
Yes. Our tasks are structured to stretch the most capable students while providing scaffolds for those who need more support. The pace is tailored to each student's independent progress.
Yes, all sessions are conducted via our live online platform. This allows students to join from anywhere while maintaining high levels of supervision and structure.
We run supervised learning sessions on Saturday and Sunday, both from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (UK time). Depending on your chosen tier, you may attend one or two sessions per week. Schedule a free consultation call to discuss which sessions work best for your schedule and learning goals.
Ready to Transform Your Academic Journey?
Join over 100 students who have experienced the power of supervised learning. Book a call today to see how our platform works.