LONDON, UK – 5 SEPTEMBER 2025
Spires Online Tutors, the UK's leading online tutoring marketplace, has announced 2025 GCSE Results and A-Level Results - Record-breaking outcomes for Spires' Students. According to its annual Client Feedback Survey, learners working with Spires achieved results far above national averages.
At A-level, 93% of students who received online A-level tutoring improved their results, with 61% achieving an A or A* — twice the national average. At GCSE, 97% of students who received online GCSE tutoring improved their grades, with an average uplift of +2.4 grades, highlighting the transformative impact of Spires' personalised academic support.
Transformative Outcomes for School-Aged Students
More than three-quarters (78%) of GCSE students achieved grades 7–9, and over half (53%) secured a grade 8 or 9 — a significant jump from the 67% who began at grades 4–6, confirming the effectiveness of Spires' tailored methodology.
"These results show the power of expert, personalised support in helping students unlock their full potential. By combining world-class tutors with technology designed to enhance learning, we're giving young people the tools to excel."
— Karol Pysniak, CTO and Co-Founder of Spires
"Our tutors don't just prepare students for exams — they build lasting skills and confidence. That's why the improvements we're seeing are so consistent year after year."
— Shahid Lakha, Educational Consultant at Spires
Setting the Benchmark in School-Level Tutoring
Spires' elite network of more than 1,000 professional tutors supports students across over 400 subjects. Its marketplace model ensures that only the most qualified tutors are selected, with an acceptance rate of just 7%.
National Comparisons: Spires vs. National Averages
- A-level A/A* national average: ~30.5% vs. Spires 61% (2x higher)
- GCSE grade 7+ national average: 21.8% vs. Spires 78% (3.6x higher)
- GCSE grade improvement rate: National data not available vs. Spires 97%
GCSE Outcomes 2025
At GCSE level, the contrast was particularly strong. While the national grade 7+ rate stood at 21.8%, 78% of Spires' students achieved grades 7-9, with an average uplift of +2.4 grades across subjects.
Award-Winning Excellence
Spires Online Tutors has built its reputation as a leading online tutoring marketplace by combining qualified tutors with cutting-edge technology.
- Elite Tutor Network: Only 7% of applicants accepted, all with a minimum 2 years' classroom or professional experience, enhanced DBS and KYC checks.
- Recognised Quality: Winner of 'Technology Tools for Tuition' (2024, 2025) and 'Tuition Partner of the Year' (2024) at the National Tutoring Awards.
- Proven Outcomes: 4.7-star Trustpilot rating with more than 1,000 reviews from families worldwide.
About Spires Online Tutors
Founded in 2016 and operating globally, Spires Online Tutors provides premium private tuition through its innovative marketplace platform. Its services include:
- School Tutoring: GCSE, IGCSE, A-level, IB
- University Admissions Coaching: Oxbridge, Russell Group, International Admissions
- Undergraduate and Postgraduate Tuition
- Specialist Online Tutoring: 10,000+ subjects, supporting students worldwide
With nearly a decade of award-winning service, Spires remains the trusted choice for families seeking measurable academic improvement.
Learn More or Book a Consultation
Whether you are a student preparing for A-level, GCSE, or university admissions, Spires provides the expert support needed for success.
www.spires.co | support@spires.co | +44 (0) 207 846 0126
Spires Online Tutors, 60 Sheffield Terrace, London W8 7NA, United Kingdom
*Based on Spires Client Feedback Survey 2025
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