Small group sessions (max 8 students) with a specialist who knows exactly what Cambridge and IB examiners reward. Serving students in the US, UAE and worldwide.
Most tutors cover English broadly. We live and breathe IGCSE and IB English — every session is built around exactly what the examiners reward.
Every session maps directly to Cambridge and IB mark schemes. Students learn to write what gets marks — not just what sounds good.
Maximum 8 students per group. Every child is seen, challenged, and heard — with the energy of peer discussion and debate.
Dedicated support for the Extended Essay and Individual Oral — two of the most high-stakes and least-taught components of the IB.
Built for international school students in the US and UAE — we understand the pressures, timetables, and expectations your child faces.
Reading comprehension, directed writing, and summary skills. We target Papers 1 & 2 with exam-technique precision.
Set text analysis, essay structure, and unseen poetry. We build the literary vocabulary and argument craft that examiners reward.
Paper 1 commentary, Paper 2 comparative essays, and Individual Oral preparation. Full syllabus coverage across both HL and SL.
Deep literary analysis, comparative essay writing, and IO coaching. We take students from good to exceptional across both levels.
From research question to final draft — structured 1-to-1 guidance on your English Extended Essay. We cover argument development, literary analysis, and IB assessment criteria.
Targeted practice sessions for the Individual Oral — structuring your analysis, linking works to global issues, and delivering with confidence under exam conditions.
From first enquiry to first session in just a few steps.
Select the qualification and level that matches your child's syllabus. Not sure? Drop us a message and we'll guide you to the right group.
Pick a session time that suits your timezone — US or UAE. Pay securely online. You'll receive a Zoom link and pre-session materials within 24 hours.
Log on, meet your group (max 8 students), and get straight to work. Every session is structured with clear learning objectives tied to the mark scheme.
After each session, parents receive a brief update on what was covered and where their child is improving. We celebrate wins and address gaps fast.
Real results from real students at Podium Prep Academy.
I thoroughly enjoyed my sessions. I was guided through everything and felt comfortable asking questions. These sessions boosted my confidence whenever I had to perform — I always felt prepared and ready.
At Podium Prep I learned so many things that changed how I express myself. We worked on tone, structure, and how to make arguments land. These are skills I know I'll use in school and beyond.
Before Podium Prep I used to stay quiet even when I had something to say. The sessions helped me build confidence and learn how to express myself clearly in essays and orals. I never thought I could do this.
Pay per session or save with a bundle. All sessions run on Zoom with materials included.
Bundle deals available — ask about 5-session and 10-session packages for extra savings.
We offer session slots across both US and UAE-friendly time zones. When you book, you'll see times listed in your local timezone. Most evening UAE slots overlap with US morning/afternoon slots.
EE support is 1-to-1 and entirely tailored to your child's specific essay topic, research question, and chosen texts. It's not a group class — it's focused mentorship from research question to final polished draft.
The IO is a 15-minute recorded IB exam where students analyse an extract from a studied work and link it to a global issue. It's worth a significant portion of the final grade but very few students receive structured coaching for it. Our IO sessions focus on building a clear analytical framework and practising under timed conditions.
Groups are capped at 8 students and are ability-grouped where possible. If your child needs more intensive support before joining a group, we offer an initial 1-to-1 session in whichever programme suits them — Language, Literature, or any IB course. This gives us a chance to assess exactly where they are, build their confidence, and make sure they get the most out of group sessions when they're ready.
Payment is taken online at the time of booking via Stripe (all major cards accepted). Cancellations made more than 24 hours before a session receive a full refund or credit. Sessions cancelled within 24 hours are non-refundable but can be rescheduled once.
Yes — we periodically run free taster sessions for new students. Sign up to our mailing list or follow us on Instagram to be the first to know when these are available.