We are thankful for our wonderful reviews which families leave us with. Here is a selection from families and further testimonials are available upon request.

Our purpose

Ollie, Radley College

Student

“Believe in yourself! I really didn't think that I would be able to make the transition to one of the top British Public schools. I had not had the experience of an English Prep school that others taking 13+ had received. With training and focus and a lot of exam practice(!), I was given the drive and confidence to succeed. I am now in my second year boarding and absolutely love it.”

Kabir, Bablake School

A Mother's perspective

“Sophie understood our plight and due to the urgency of our situation, she moved her dates around in order to accommodate our son.

He instantly took to the teaching style of Sophie and enjoyed studying with her. In a course of 10 intensive days, confidence levels were boosted and he showed significant progress. It was then all about how to crack the exams and with speed.

We were ecstatic with the success that then followed, not only in the private school exam but also for the grammar school. According to Kabir, the entire credit for passing his entrance exams is due to Sophie Taylour, who prepared him with examination techniques and boosted his morale.

Sophie, we are extremely grateful to you for your support and guidance, and for your enabling our son to secure admission to the school of our choice.”

Maggie & Bobby, Shrewsbury School

A Mother's feedback

Sophie has been pivotal in getting both my daughter and son ready for the transition from a bilingual to UK curriculum. Her rapport with my children and her fun and relaxed teaching style has been amazing and transformative. It has enabled them to concentrate for extended periods of time without fuss or argument. I could never have helped them without her. Thank you so much Sophie for your patience and encouragement over the past 7 years. They are both now thriving at Shrewsbury School in a full boarding environment.

Thomas, Felsted

A mother's perspective

“We used Sophie Taylour’s excellent coaching service for our son Thomas. After three and a half years in the local Swiss system Thomas felt the pull of Rugby and Cricket were too strong and made the decision to look into boarding school in the UK. After a long process that Sophie has helped Thomas with enormously, he will be starting at Felsted School this September. After studying in German for so many years, Thomas needed a lot of help in English in order to be ready for the entrance exams. Sophie not only helped him prepare and practice; she also boosted his confidence hugely. He has said he would never had passed without her help.

Sophie also wrote reports to the schools highlighting Thomas’ strengths and called them prior to exams so they were aware of who he was and his circumstances. I would not hesitate to recommend Sophie whether it is for help in getting into a UK boarding school or simply staying up to date with the English curriculum”

Nicolas, Radley College

A Swiss Mother's thanks

My son’s wish was to go to a boarding school in England. Through extensive work with Sophie and her fantastic network of different boarding schools, she helped us to fulfill our son’s wish. Her advisory work was incredible, and we felt full trust in her capabilities to find a solution to fit our son Nicolas.

She recognises the unique learning style as well as our son’s potential, tailoring her instruction method to meet his needs.

My son, who is 13 years old, has been the beneficiary of her exceptional teaching methods for the past 6 months. Her knowledge in both subjects is extensive and her grasp of the syllabus is commendable. As a tutor, she is patient, and articulate, and consistently delivers a comprehensive understanding of complex topics, making them easily digestible for a young mind. It's an absolute rarity to encounter a tutor who embodies such a high level of proficiency in both language and mathematical instruction.

I am confident that any student under the guidance of Sophie Taylour will experience the same transformation in their academic prowess and overall love for learning.

Thank you, Sophie, for your exceptional work!