Online tuition from expert UK-based tutors
Exceptional British Tutors & Educational Consultancy in Hong Kong
We help families in Hong Kong find exceptional British tutors for every stage of their child's education; from primary and UK school entrance exams tuition through to IGCSEs, A Levels, the IB and UK university admissions. Our unique model is built around full-time employed tutors and a highly personalised matching process, offering a level of quality, continuity and individual care that is rare in tutoring.
Meet our tutors
Keystone is unique in employing over 60 UK based employed tutors on a full-time basis. Our employed tutors follow a bespoke professional development programme, work exclusively for Keystone on a fully employed basis, and are committed to tutoring as a profession. We believe these factors make a singular difference to the level of commitment we can assure, and the quality of teaching we can provide.
Each student is matched with a tutor not only for subject expertise, but also for personality fit, helping build rapport as well as results.
Ben is an experienced and engaging tutor with many years of in-school teaching experience. He has a fantastic knack of explaining things clearly and providing meaningful context to those he tutors.
Daniel is an experienced tutor and Cambridge graduate with an outstanding academic record. He recently completed his PhD at King’s College London and is committed to creating a supportive, engaging learning environment.
Ross is a qualified teacher, who teaches both languages and humanities. He has over a decade of classroom experience and he enjoys sharing his passion for his subjects with his students. Ross aims to develop a positive working relationship with his tutees, in order to understand their needs and motivations.
Silvia is a qualified teacher of modern languages and a native speaker of French and Spanish. She has extensive experience teaching both the British curriculum and the International Baccalaureate, having spent 11 years in London secondary schools before transitioning to tutoring full time.
Florence is an experienced tutor who has worked across the age range, helping 220 Keystone clients. While first completing a DPhil and then working as a research fellow at Oxford, Florence held several teaching and lecturing roles. However, she also helps primary level students build solid foundations. Florence encourages her tutees to become self-motivated learners with a love for their subjects.
Bhavini is a qualified Computer Science teacher with a deep-rooted passion for the subject. She takes a structured, step-by-step approach to learning, helping students build confidence through clear understanding and steady progress. Alongside her tutoring, Bhavini teaches at an independent school, bringing valuable classroom experience to every lesson.
Claire is a qualified Science Teacher with a passion for her subject. She has recently returned from teaching at a school in China where she was Head of Department.
Nigel has a wealth of teaching experience and has spent many years as an examiner. He is passionate about history and continues to research different periods alongside his work as a teacher.
Lucy is a qualified teacher who has experience teaching French, Spanish and Italian across the age range. She is passionate about making language learning accessible, memorable and enjoyable for her students.
Lara is an English graduate with a love of teaching and academia. She teaches both face to face and online and has taught over 6,300 hours with Keystone since 2016.
David is a highly experienced Maths and Physics tutor who has been supporting students since 2004. He has helped numerous tutees extend their knowledge beyond the curriculum and often helps students preparing for Olympiad competitions.
Joshua is a dynamic tutor who specialises in Maths and Physics, as well as Computer Science and university entrance tests. His approach is thorough and always tailored to the student's learning style. Joshua tutors alongside completing a PhD in Climate Science.
Our areas of expertise
UK Boarding School Entrance Tutors
Keystone represents an experienced pool of tutors who devise tailored programmes to prepare students for 7 Plus, 8 Plus, 11 Plus, 13 Plus Common Entrance or 16 Plus entrance exams as well as Pre-tests (inculding the ISEB Common Pre-Test and UKiset).
GCSE, IGCSE, IB & A Level Tutors
Keystone works with experienced and professional GCSE tutors, IGCSE tutors, IB tutors and A Level tutors across the subject spectrum. The tutors we place with students have a thorough knowledge of the various exam boards.
Oxbridge & UK University Entrance Tutors
Keystone represents a range of specialist tutors who can assist students from Hong Kong approaching university admissions tests and interviews for Oxbridge and other leading UK universities.
Private Homeschooling Tuition
We offer bespoke one-to-one homeschooling tuition tailored to your child’s individual learning needs, delivered by a large team of expert tutors. Whether you need short- or long-term support, we provide flexible, fully customised educational plans designed to help each child achieve their academic goals.
Navigating the UK Education System with Trusted Consultants
Personalised Support at Every Stage of Your Child’s Education
At Keystone Tutors, we recognise that education is more than just academics - it's about shaping your child's future. As one of the UK’s leading educational consultancies, we take pride in offering expert, personalised guidance to families navigating the British education system.
Whether you're seeking advice on early years education, selecting the right UK school for your child, or exploring UK university options, we're here to provide clear and honest advice tailored to your child.
Feedback for Keystone Tutors
Keystone supports students at every stage of their education, from early years to university entry. Areas of specialism include:
Finding the right tutor
for each child
Step 1: Detailed Consultation
Before we can help a student, we often need to spend a significant amount of time learning about the student's requirements. Most consultations are carried out over the phone or on a video call.
Step 2: Academic Assessment (optional)
Students sit our custom-made academic assessments to indicate their level in relation to their peers, and in order to identify suggested areas to work on. Parents also seek academic assessments for their children to determine their general strengths and weaknesses, and decide upon a set of objectives for the course of tuition.
Step 3: Tutor Selection Process
The selection of the tutor is an integral part of our process. Priding ourselves on how well we know the varying strengths of each tutor, we ensure that each decision is informed by the expectation of a successful match between the tutor and student.
Step 4: Regular Progress Monitoring
After the first lesson, one of our dedicated client managers will contact you to find out how the lesson went. Our client managers are always available at the end of the phone and they are frequently praised for their efficiency, dedication and responsiveness.
Step 5: Monthly Reporting & Feedback
Tutors submit a monthly report detailing the work done in the month; the successes and areas to work on; and the work for the coming month. Our regular, rigorous reporting is frequently praised by parents.
The latest news &
advice
for families in Hong Kong
Guide to UK Summer Schools
Attending a summer school or summer course can be an unforgettable experience for students and is a fantastic opportunity to learn and gain new skills whilst meeting new friends. There are a huge range of summer school options available which can sometimes be quite overwhelming. We thought it would be helpful to answer some frequently asked questions and list some of our recommendations for summer schools in this article.
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Boarding School Interviews
The boarding school interview is designed to ascertain suitability and readiness for boarding and whether they would be happy at the school. This is very important, especially for international students, as the child is away from home and the boarding school becomes home.
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Applying to UK Universities from Hong Kong
UK universities are incredibly popular with students from Hong Kong, and Keystone Tutors has extensive experience in helping these students to gain admission to their desired university.
This invaluable guide covers key facts and tips about the application process, how to choose the right university and course, and the costs and fees involved.
We hope you will find it helpful in achieving a place at the UK university of your choice!
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What are the education options in the UK for Hong Kong BNO visa holders?
In 2020, the UK Government announced a new visa for Hong Kong residents that have British National (Overseas) status in response to the new security laws being introduced by China. China have since said they will no longer recognise the BNO passport as a valid travel document which has led the Hong Kong Government to say the same, Cathay Pacific to add a travel advisory to their website and the British Embassy in Beijing formally responding to what they call misleading claims. The UK government estimates over 5 million Hong Kong residents are eligible to move to the UK using the new visa and they expect 300,000 people to apply in the first year.
This article aims to give an overview of the new visa and what this means for your children’s education in the UK.
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Considering UK Universities from Abroad
‘What shall I do when I leave school?’ is just one of several important questions students make during their final three years at school. But it is one that they shouldn’t feel daunted by as this is an exciting time and, typically, the final step in their formal education. The most salient point to remember is that there is a spider’s web of people from whom they can seek advice: teachers, parents, friends and even current university students. Importantly, the final decision must be the student’s, and one that they are ultimately happy with.
Below are some important considerations which hopefully prove useful for students to review as they navigate this part of their educational career.
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