GCSE & A-Level Tutoring — Metacognition-Based Learning

Smarter Thinking. Stronger Results.

We do not just teach the content. We teach students how to learn it.

OakStone Academy helps GCSE and A-Level students unlock their potential through metacognition - the science of how your brain absorbs, retains, and applies knowledge under exam pressure.

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Where Teaching Meets the Science of Learning

At OakStone Academy, we believe the biggest obstacle to exam success is not a lack of effort — it is a lack of the right strategy.

Most students work hard. They re-read notes, highlight textbooks, and spend hours at their desks. Yet the results do not always reflect the effort. That is because traditional revision habits often work against how the brain actually learns.

We specialise in metacognitive learning — teaching students to think about how they think. This evidence-based approach transforms not just grades, but the entire experience of studying. Students become more confident, more independent, and better prepared for everything that follows.

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Metacognition-Based Teaching

GCSE & A-Level

Specialist Subjects Covered

1-to-1

And Small Group Sessions Available

Our Programmes

Flexible support designed around your student — not the other way around.

1-to-1 Tutoring

Fully personalised sessions tailored to your student's subjects, learning style, and exam goals. Available online and in person.

  • GCSE and A-Level subjects
  • Online or in-person sessions
  • Metacognitive strategy built in from day one
  • Progress tracked every session

Fast Track GCSE Programme

Our signature 2-day intensive holiday course for Year 10 and 11 students. Structured, focused, and built around how students actually learn.

  • 2-day intensive format
  • Holiday dates — no school conflicts
  • Small group setting
  • From £100 per student

Small Group Sessions

Expert tuition in a small, collaborative setting. Individual attention and peer energy - at a more accessible cost.

  • Maximum 4 students per group
  • Online and in-person options
  • Subject-focused cohorts
  • Ideal for Year 10 and 11 students

Why Metacognition?

Most students revise hard but use strategies that work against how the brain actually learns. Metacognition fixes that - and it is the foundation of everything we do at OakStone.

  • Backed by educational research
  • Teaches students how to learn, not just what to learn
  • Builds confidence and independence
  • Results that go beyond exam grades

Upcoming Fast Track Dates

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GCSE English — April 2026

25 April 2026

9am – 2pm

TDA - Peterborough

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GCSE English — May 2026

9 May 2026

9am – 2pm

TDA - Peterborough

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4.7

My daughter went from a Grade 5 to a Grade 8 in with OakStone, which I still can’t quite believe. The biggest change though is how she approaches her work, she actually sits down and gets how to revise. She enjoys it, which I never thought I’d hear. Really pleased with how things have gone.

Steven H.

Parent of GCSE Student

4.9

My son is a practical learner school didn’t seem to get it, so we were worried about grades. After support from OakStone, he went from barely scraping a 3 to a solid 5! The tutors really understood how he works best and made revision practical and manageable. Couldn’t recommend them enough.

Lydia R.

Parent of Year 9 Student

4.9

My daughter has always loved English but wanted the guidance to hit top A-level grades. OakStone has been amazing — the tutors are supportive, know exactly what to focus on, and really help her structure her work. She’s more motivated than ever, and her progress is clear every week.

David R.

Parent of A-Level Student

Meet the Team

Ehsan is an experienced educator with over 20 years of teaching experience in primary, secondary, post-16, SEND, and behaviour settings. He has also taught at universities across the UK at undergraduate and post-graduate levels, combining classroom experience with educational research, mentoring, and professional development. Passionate about creating inclusive, engaging learning environments, he uses evidence-informed strategies to help both students and fellow educators thrive.

His passion for education is matched by a commitment to fostering confidence and curiosity in every student.

Ehsan Gill

Managing Partner

Shabnam is a passionate English teacher and the founder of Oakstone Academy, with over 7 years of classroom teaching experience and 3 years of dedicated tuition expertise. She is driven by a strong commitment to student success, helping learners build confidence, master exam techniques, and achieve outstanding results, with many students securing grades 8-9 in GCSE English.

Her teaching approach combines academic rigour, empathy, and a deep belief that every student can excel with the right guidance and support. 

Shabnam Mubarak

Managing Partner
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