Exemplar Education

Exemplar Education is a UK-based supplementary education company established in 1991, with a mission to bring affordable, high-quality home learning to families across Britain. The company focuses on maths and English for children aged 5 to 16, delivering a virtual tutoring programme that works alongside the National Curriculum and the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence. Over more than 30 years in operation, more than 400,000 children have used Exemplar programmes. Its pricing is per family rather than per child, making it a cost-effective option for households with more than one child needing support.

How the Exemplar Education Programme Works

The Exemplar approach breaks the curriculum into small, manageable lessons so children master each concept before progressing. Each lesson combines a practice session, a video tutorial and a short assessment, keeping children engaged without overwhelming them. Progress is gated – a child must demonstrate understanding before moving on – which helps identify and address gaps rather than let them accumulate. Parents can log in to a dashboard to see exactly what their child has completed, how long each lesson took, and what scores were achieved, giving families a clear picture of where extra help may be needed.

Subjects and Age Range

Exemplar programmes cover:

• Maths tuition for primary and secondary school children (ages 5–16)
• English learning including literacy and comprehension skills
• GCSE maths revision packages for students preparing for exams
• Reading support programmes

All content is aligned to both the England National Curriculum and the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence, so the material is directly relevant to what children are being taught at school.

Support and Accessibility

A notable feature of the Exemplar service is its free teacher helpline, staffed by UK-based qualified teachers six days a week. Children can call or contact support during weekday evenings and weekend mornings to get live help from a maths or English teacher – an unusual level of access compared with many digital learning platforms. The online system is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, accommodating busy family schedules and allowing children to learn at their own pace without peer pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Exemplar Education still operating?

As of mid-2026, Exemplar Education continues to trade and maintains an active website at exemplar-education.com. The company has been operating since 1991 and has served over 400,000 children in the UK.

What subjects does Exemplar Education cover?

Exemplar focuses primarily on maths and English for children aged 5 to 16. GCSE revision packages for maths are also available. The curriculum content is mapped to both the National Curriculum for England and the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence.

How much does Exemplar Education cost?

Pricing is structured per family rather than per child, which can make it more economical for households with multiple children. Full primary or secondary packages have been priced in the region of several thousand pounds, with interest-free finance options available. GCSE-specific packages are available at a lower cost. Check the current website for up-to-date pricing.

How is Exemplar Education different from a private tutor?

Rather than scheduling sessions with an individual tutor, Exemplar provides an always-on online system with over 2,000 video tutorials and millions of practice questions. A free teacher helpline gives children access to qualified teachers on demand. This makes it a flexible, lower-cost alternative to traditional one-to-one tutoring.

What do parents think of Exemplar Education?

Many parents report improvements in their child's confidence and academic performance, particularly in maths. Common positives cited in reviews include the detailed progress tracking, the quality of the teacher helpline, and the self-paced format. Some families have noted that finance agreements for larger packages require careful consideration before signing up.

Is Exemplar Education suitable for homeschooling?

Yes. The programme is structured and curriculum-aligned, making it a practical core resource for home educators covering maths and English. The self-paced format and parent dashboard are particularly valued by homeschooling families who want clear visibility of progress.

This catalogue is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Exemplar Education. For current details, visit the company's official website.