Head Start Programme

The Head Start Programme puts you in the strongest position for your future.

Students who start their application from our Head Start Programme see Oxbridge success rates of 77% (compared to 63% for students enrolled on a Premium Programme).

Head Start Programme Oxbridge Success Rate 77%

Premium Programme Oxbridge Success Rate 63%

13%

National Average Success Rate

Monthly One-To-One Sessions. You’ll receive 24 individual sessions with your mentor, working through a structured syllabus aligned squarely to your goals.

Monthly Group Seminars. These sessions are created specifically for our Head Start students and focus on topics that help establish a solid foundation for your education and teach valuable life skills.

Gain An Early Lead. UniAdmissions’ Head Start Programme is designed for students who want to start early and put themselves in the best position to achieve their goals.

YEAR 10

HEAD START PROGRAMME

The first 12 one-to-one sessions of the Head Start Programme focus on laying the pathway to achieve the goals you have in mind.

YEAR 11

HEAD START PROGRAMME

The second 12 one-to-one sessions get you closer to achieving your end goal and ensure you approach your academics correctly.

YEAR 12 & 13

PREMIUM PROGRAMME

The ultimate university application support for your Personal Statement, Admissions Test & Interviews.

YOUR DREAM UNIVERSITY PLACE

Why enrol on to the Head Start Programme?

The Head Start Programme is purpose-built to give you an early advantage over other candidates in the competitive admissions landscape we live in. The Programme is tailored completely around each individual student’s goals and interests – we help you take the next steps to achieve those goals.

MAXIMISE PRODUCTIVITY

Be taught how to effectively use your time in order to achieve your goals.

TARGETED ENRICHMENT

Become the well-rounded candidate universities and employers are looking for.

REAL-WORLD APPLICATION

Learn to use valuable skills which you'll gain through our support in your daily life.

Four Key Stages Of

The Head Start Programme

Student Self-Awareness

Personal strengths and weaknesses
Subject motivations and understanding

Giving you a grounding in who you are and what you needs to work on personally. As well as getting to grips with your subject as a field; its various segments and career paths, then identifying why and how you want to be a part of it. Then mapping how to get there.

Oxbridge Expectations

Understanding Oxbridge student DNA
Research colleges, teaching methods and campus life

Giving you a solid understanding of what is required for you to be an Oxbridge student and clarity on what this mythical place is about. You’ll reach this point with a clear picture of why Oxbridge is for you.

Oxbridge Skill Development

Learning and revision techniques
Critical thinking and debating
Project development and research

Giving you invaluable practical experience in life as an Oxbridge student, developing an arsenal of skills that will set you apart in your studies at school, as well as set you up for Oxbridge.

Admissions Preparation

Work experience guidance
Personal statement ideas
Admissions test preparation
Interview overview

Giving you a head start on one of the toughest application processes on the planet. You’ll leave here with clarity on her strengths and weaknesses for the process, with a clear roadmap for how to get to over-achievement.

Year One Of The Head Start Programme

The Head Start Programme takes you through 24 one-to-one sessions over the course of two years. Here are the first three lessons you’ll have in year one:

Your tutor will work with your to develop a clear understanding of your interests (both from an academic and extra-curricular perspective) and the areas you'd like to focus on.

We'll introduce you to the work required as a part of your future university application and begin to establish a long-term plan.

The student will be introduced to previous applicant profiles to contextualise the application.

Explore your understanding of the field you're interested in, then begin filling in the gaps to allow you to work independently towards your goals.

You'll discuss the reasoning for your subject choice and long-term career goals.

Introduce and discuss a selection of case studies within the field or related subjects and examine what suits will suit you best.

Your tutor will discuss your usual approach to revision, time management and prioritisation. This is not a generic plan, but personalised coaching on how to adapt your current styles to become more efficient.

You'll be introduced to a number of produtivity tips (such as Anki, the Pareto Principle and others), techniques and resources which will help form strong habits early.

You'll create a revision timetable with your tutor for the next month.

The sessions you get through the Head Start Programme will prepare you for your exams, university application and your future career. The sessions are focused on your individual needs and tailored to your requirements.

Through the second year of support, your tutor will have developed an understanding of you as a student and individual, allowing them to provide an even more personalised experience.

Year Two Of The Head Start Programme

You’ll have had 12 individual sessions with your mentor so far – the second year develops the skills you’ve gained further and introduces more exam preparation technique, along with careers support.

You'll review all of the progress you've made so far and your tutor will ensure there are no outstanding questions.

Your tutor will plan the next year of sessions through with you based on what you'd like to achieve.

Finally, you'll be coached to understand the application process from the university's point of view.

Discuss unusual questions and problems a student might face through their coursework, exams and interviews and how to overcome them.

Develop an understanding of problem solving in the context of university and school.

You'll go through the interview questions from a previous session to assess your strengths and weaknesses.

Your tutor will introduce and take a deep dive into exam techniques that you will be able to apply to your upcoming exams.

You tutor will work with you to consider what can be done to improve assessment performance aside from standard revision.

You’ll be given a full report after each session

After each session your tutor is required to fill out a full progress report commenting on various areas of your performance in that session.

"I can't thank my tutors enough. I got the Oxford offer I really wanted and I couldn't have done it without them!"

Luke

Offers from Oxford, UCL & Lancaster

We work only with the best tutors

How do we match these tutors to our students?

The secret lies in our propietary dedicated tutor management system, TutorMatch. This platform enables our tutors to generate a personal profile of their skills and expertise. This enables us to select the very best tutors out of those who apply. This system has a number of benefits for our students:

"I felt like I really got on with my tutors. Especially Orin, she was a godsend! Please pass on my thanks to her."

Ella

Offers from Cambridge, Edinburgh & Swansea

Fast, efficient process of tutor selection.

We select the best tutors from an already elite group, based on your subject and University preferences.

Transparency of investment: tutors produce reports after every session to monitor progress.

77% of students on our Head Start Programmes get their Oxbridge place, our tutors help us achieve this.

Automation and data analysis means we are constantly improving the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Head Start Programme for?

The Head Start Programme is designed for Year 10 and Year 11 students who are beginning to think about their higher education goals.

The Programme aims to put students in the best possible position for their upcoming GCSE and A-level exams, whilst giving them the skills they need to succeed at university and beyond.

Where will my tutorials be held?

We provide most of our tuition online, however, if you are set on in-person tuition we can provide this.

In person tuition is usually held in a location that’s convenient for you and your tutor in Central London, Cambridge or Oxford.

In some cases, it may be possible to have the sessions at your house depending on your location.

Who are your tutors?

All tutors are either current senior students, recent graduates or from a professional background. Our selection process ensures only the best tutors work for us, in roles most suited to their skill-sets.

What if I'm not satisified with my Programme?

UniAdmissions is commited to providing the highest quality service to you. If you are unhappy with your Programme at any point, you can contact your dedicated Programme Manager to arrange a new tutor and discuss any issues – we will do everything we can to keep you satisfied.

If you’re still unhappy with your Programme, we offer a 14-day cooling off period in which you can cancel and get a full refund, no questions asked.

What are the monthly group sessions?

These are sessions, created specifically for students on our Head Start Programme, are held monthly in a group setting with other Head Start students. These sessions will cover vital topics such as The Importance Of Goal Setting, Pricinciples Of Chemistry, Dealing With Conflict and various other topics.

The intention behind these topics is to set our students up with a firm foundation upon which they can build their application and academic future.

What do you mean by "enrichment"?

Enrichment is all about improving students by expanding their knowledge and improving the skills that university admissions tutors and employers seek.

Enrichment encompasses many different skills – we work with students to help them attain these skills and become the well-rounded candidate universities actively try to recruit.

I am looking for specific support in one area - can you help me?

The Head Start Programme is based on a structured syllabus, however, the lessons within the syllabus are customised completely to your individual needs and requirements.

If you feel you need support in one area, your tutor will focus on this area to ensure you are comfortable with it. Likewise, your tutor will identify areas for improvement and work with you to turn them into strengths.

What if I'm already midway through the year?

The Head Start syllabus can be tailored by our Admissions Consultants to suit your requirements, no matter what the time of year is.

Speak with our Admissions Consultants now to find out how it would work for you specifically.

What makes UniAdmissions special?

UniAdmissions is the leading Oxbridge admissions company in the UK – this gives us a unique insight into the essential skills Oxford and Cambridge are looking for.

With years of experience in the industry and the best tutors available, we are able to support students in a way no other company can.