Why Your Child Will Get Better Results with Online Tuition – A Scientific Review

As a parent, you want what is best for your child and here at Wavelength we value education as the stepping stone for your child’s ambitions.

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."  ~ Nelson Mandela

You want your child to build confidence, to improve grades and be prepared for the next step - whether that be GCSEs, A level or even a degree! These are our exact goals at Wavelength and we know how to do it - Online Tuition.

Many still assume face-to-face is the best way. But the truth is, online tuition isn’t just a convenient option, it is better.  A powerful and proven way to help your child succeed.

Let’s break down the science behind why online learning can give your child the edge they need.

Why Your Child Will Get Better Results with Online Tuition

1. Students Learn More Online than Face-to-Face 

"students in online learning conditions performed better than those receiving face-to-face instruction" ~ Means et al., 2010

As a researcher myself I look for studies to understand what is best for the students here at Wavelength.

One of the most comprehensive studies in this area was commissioned by the U.S. Department of Education. It found that ‘on average, students in online learning conditions performed better than those receiving face-to-face instruction’ (Means et al., 2010). This was especially true when the online sessions were structured, interactive, and supported by expert tutors.

Why do we think this? Because online tutoring puts you in control. Our tutors can pace the lesson to your child's needs and can use all the resources available to them. It is their learning time!

2. It’s More Engaging

It’s easy to picture online learning as your child alone in front of a screen—but that’s far from the reality. The online tuition we offer is built to be interactive. Students ask questions in real time, work together to solve problems and complete tasks, and get instant professional feedback.

Research shows this kind of ‘synchronous online learning’ actually boosts participation and engagement (Hrastinski, 2008). Many children feel more confident online with us than in a crowded classroom.

The result? Students are more involved in sessions - more engaged with their education - inspired and gain deep understanding!

3. Your Child Gets Matched with the Right Tutor

In traditional face-to-face tuition, you’re extremely limited to whoever lives nearby. With online tuition, geography doesn’t matter. That means your child can work with our subject specialist who understands your child and pass them the knowledge they need —someone with the right experience, the right energy, and a proven track record of results (all things we consider when hiring a new tutor).

Studies show this kind of tutor-student match plays a big role in learning outcomes (Barbour & Reeves, 2009). And when your child clicks with their tutor? That’s when the magic happens.

4. It Builds Independence and Confidence

Your child won’t just do better in school—they’ll become a more confident, independent learner.

Online tuition doesn’t just teach content—it helps your child build important life skills like time management, organisation, and responsibility. These self-regulated learning strategies are strongly linked with higher academic performance in online environments (Broadbent & Poon, 2015).

In other words, your child won’t just do better in school—they’ll become a more confident, independent learner. That’s a win far beyond exam season.

5. They Can Revise Anytime

Our online sessions are supported with extra resources - powered by our collaborative whiteboard experience.  This means your child can go back and review the exact moment something clicked whenever they need to. This supports spaced repetition, a proven technique that boosts long-term memory and understanding (Cepeda et al., 2006). See our blog post on How Do You Actually Revise?

Compare that to traditional lessons where once it’s over, it’s gone. Online tuition gives your child a personalised revision library.

Final Thoughts: Results Start here at Wavelength

Online tuition isn’t just a substitute for face-to-face - it’s an upgrade when done by us. It’s more flexible, more focused, and more effective. And in a world where education is changing fast, giving your child the best support doesn’t mean sticking to old-school methods.

At Wavelength, we use online tuition to help students build confidence, master tough topics, and achieve the results they deserve. And we’ve got the science—and the success stories—to back it up.

I’d like to share a review from one of my students on their journey to success with online tuition Wavelength.

What were you finding difficult before you started?

Before I started, I found some topics really challenging—especially fractions, ratios, percentages, Venn diagrams, and working out areas and volumes. I also struggled to understand past paper questions. But since I started working through them with Anthony, I already feel a lot more confident.

Do you feel more confident now in class or with certain topics?

Yes, I definitely feel more confident now, especially when working independently. That’s not just because of the way things are explained, but also because the tutors are so supportive, kind, and encouraging. It makes a huge difference.

Have your grades improved or do you feel like you’re on track for better ones?

I haven’t been officially graded since starting, but I genuinely believe that if I were to do a past paper now, I’d get a better result. I feel like I understand the material more clearly and could pick up more marks. Even in such a short time, I can tell it’s made a positive impact.

What are the sessions like?

The sessions are really helpful and motivating. They’re not overly strict or just focused on academics—they’re actually fun, and the time goes by really quickly. The tutors are friendly and easy to talk to, and you feel comfortable with them right away.

Would you recommend Wavelength to someone else, and why?

I’d 100% recommend Wavelength to anyone who wants to improve. They really care about helping you understand the topics you struggle with, and after just a few sessions, you’ll start feeling much more confident. They’re committed to helping you do your best.

If you’re interested in getting started with online tuition with highest quality tutors then drop us an email at info@wtuition.co.uk, call us on (+44) 1732 247 891 or visit the One to One page on our website.

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References:

• Means, B. et al. (2010). Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning. U.S. Department of Education.

• Hrastinski, S. (2008). Asynchronous and synchronous e-learning. Educause Quarterly, 31(4), 51-55.

• Barbour, M. K., & Reeves, T. C. (2009). The reality of virtual schools. Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 38(4), 399–424.

• Broadbent, J., & Poon, W. L. (2015). Self-regulated learning strategies and academic achievement in online higher education environments. The Internet and Higher Education, 27, 1-13.

• Cepeda, N. J. et al. (2006). Distributed practice in verbal recall tasks: A review and quantitative synthesis. Psychological Bulletin, 132(3), 354–380.