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Education

Education Solutions & Services Available with Sutton Tennis Academy:-

1) On-site STA Distance Learning

The complete education package, comprising Key Stage 3, IGCSE, A Level and SAT Preparation for Scholarship to US universities

A customised programme for aspiring professional athletes who have chosen to withdraw from state or private schooling in order to achieve accredited educational qualifications by following distance learning courses.
Low student to tutor ratio – Highest quality support from experienced and qualified tutors
15 hours’ on-site tuition per week – Timetabled to optimise academic and sporting performance
Core IGCSE subjects tuition provided – English Language, English Literature, French, Spanish, Mathematics, Biology, ICT and History. A Level tuition available, more details on request.
Flexibility to sit public examinations early – Proven track record in enabling students to reach their potential at IGCSE and beyond at a pace tailored to their learning needs
On-site expert support for access to US universities – First class advice and resources to give students the best possible start in a fiercely competitive market

2) Bespoke Educational Services

ESL tuition – Provided by our specialist in-house English language tutor who has a wide range of experience coaching children and adults in schools and business environments in the UK and abroad.
Private tuition – available in English Language, English Literature, French, Spanish, Mathematics, Biology, ICT and History to IGCSE, A Level tuition also available, more details on request.
SAT preparation - To give students the competitive edge in entrance to US universities
Group Language Holiday Camps – Opportunity to combine improving tennis and English
Specialist preparation for entrance examinations – on-site support to help students achieve their potential in 11+, 13+ exams
Short term education solutions – Provision to ensure continuity of education while waiting for a school place

UK/EU residents

Sutton Tennis Academy has well-established links with Cheam High School and Sixth Form, allowing players to profit from intensive tennis training combined with a Sixth Form education, normally with a reduced and flexible academic programme.

Players also have the opportunity to participate in Distance Learning courses, to accommodate a very flexible academic programme. Sutton Tennis Academy has a brand-new IT room with state-of-the-art computers and wireless internet connection to help provide our players with all the necessary tools for continuing their education. Private or group tutoring is also available.

Non-EU Residents

Links can be established with various local educational establishments that offer private courses, which would be paid for on a strictly individual basis. English language courses are available, as well as a wide range of other courses for those with reasonable English-speaking skills. For more information please visit: http://www.languagesforyou.co.uk or E-mail Olivia Barnett at: olivia.barnett@suttontennisacademy.com

We can also offer Distance Learning courses with the option of private tutoring onsite here at the Sutton Tennis Academy.

Further Education - US & UK University Preperation

Here at The Sutton Tennis Academy we aim to support all tennis players along their tennis playing pathway, supporting their tennis and educational needs with the view to help them if they wish to further their education and go onto an American or British University. We have extensive knowledge of the American Collegiate system and the complex elegibility requirements as we work in partnership with College Prospects of America the European's leading recruiting agency to help you complete the application procedures. Sutton Tennis Academy has well-established links with Roehampton University, Brunel University and other British Universities to help you bridge the gap between continuing education and your tennis development.