Who We Are
An ember is what remains
after the fire has almost gone
It isn't extinguished — it's waiting. Ember Tutors exists in that space between difficulty and possibility, offering the conditions for something to reignite.
Our Vision
A route back to possibility
Every student who steps away from mainstream education finds a route back — not necessarily to where they left, but towards something that feels like theirs. We believe that belonging comes before engagement, and engagement before attainment.
Our Mission
No student left behind
To provide high-quality, personalised online tuition for students who are unable to access mainstream schooling, through local authority alternative provision contracts. Ember Tutors exists to ensure no student falls behind simply because they are not in a classroom.
Our Values
What guides us
Inclusion
Every student belongs here, regardless of how or why they arrived.
Rapport
Genuine, active human connection is the foundation of everything we do.
Patience
Progress is not linear, and we do not treat it as though it is. Every student moves at their own pace.
Warmth
The relational quality of learning matters as much as its content.
Honesty
We are straightforward with students, families, and ourselves.
Hope
We hold belief in every student's potential, even when they struggle to hold it themselves.
Our Approach
What makes us different
Experienced with vulnerable young people
Our tutors have direct school experience with vulnerable students. They are selected for their ability to build genuine, patient relationships.
Small groups by design
Groups of two or three students, matched by level and compatibility. Students feel safe, seen, and consistent.
Re-engagement as our measure
Success means a student showing up, building rapport, and reconnecting with learning — not grades alone.
Structured but relational
A consistent framework with flexibility for individual needs. The structure holds; the tutor adapts.
Our Team
Founded with purpose
Ember Tutors was founded by educators who believe that every young person outside mainstream education deserves more than a holding pattern. Our team combines teaching experience, safeguarding expertise, and a deep commitment to relational education.
Jack Bradley
Co-Founder & Designated Safeguarding Lead
Mahesh De Zoysa
Co-Founder & Director
Kate
Director & Education Specialist
Safeguarding
Safety is non-negotiable
Every member of our team holds a current enhanced DBS check. We have a trained Designated Safeguarding Lead available during all session hours. Our safeguarding, online safety, and child protection policies are published in full and reviewed annually.
Want to learn more?
We're always happy to talk about what we do and how we work.