The Good Schools Guide

Comments from the latest ( 2021) review of Bonas MacFarlane.

The Good Schools Guide review 2021

Upper crust

Established in 1998 by Charles Bonas, this is the upper crust of the consultancy and tutoring industry…
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17 November 2021
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The Saville Row of education

This is the Savile Row end of things – tailored, elegant, cut to your measure from the best materials.
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17 November 2021
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In safe hands

You instantly feel you’re in safe hands with BM, whether it’s with razor-sharp yet laidback Harry Cobb or more loquacious Charles Bonas who has arguably changed the face of British tutoring. Both are deeply knowledgeable about all things education related… ‘
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17 November 2021
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SEN

SEN is a strength, largely thanks to BM’s in-house educational psychologist, who is on hand (and usually available within a few days) to identify gaps between executive functioning and IQ.
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17 November 2021
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public benefit

BM has a genuine commitment to public benefit work (they do more of on this front than any other tutor company we know)
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17 November 2021
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They could charge more

By no means cheap, but not the most expensive either – in fact, one tutor told us one of the reasons he loved working for BM is that ‘they could charge so much more, given how many high net worth individuals they have on their books, but they don’t.
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17 November 2021
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every aspect

They cover every aspect of educational needs from weekly or residential tutoring to school and university applications and were the first UK company to support students through US university admissions… as well as an all-new Camp Bonas summer course including adventure themed leadership training...
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a parent comments

A parent told us, ‘These guys are easily the best in class – the level of customer service and attention to detail right from the very first call is like no other and that means you get the very best tutor, including if, like me, you have a very particular request.'
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17 November 2021
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Bullseye

…they pinpoint exactly what is required and hit the target bullseye every single time,’ said parent.
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17 November 2021
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Amazing quality

I’m constantly amazed at the quality of their tutors,’ said a parent…’
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17 November 2021
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a tutor comments

I’ve worked for many of the big agencies and can tell you BM is exemplary in every way– they are forward thinking, and they have the personal touch and very big hearts,’ said a tutor.
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17 November 2021
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Charitable works

BM works more collaboratively with schools, as well as doing more charitable works than most agencies put together. They sponsor St Cuthbert’s school in Fulham to help their high achievers and after-school clubs. They’ve built a school in Northern Cambodia…. And BM’s foundation supports over 80...
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17 November 2021
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Mentoring can be make-or-break

Mentoring, though part of every tutoring assignment, can be booked as a stand-alone offering, again weekly or residential. It has three goals (academic, pastoral and extra- curricular)… ‘Can be the make-or-break of them getting into the school of their choice, where admissions processes...
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WHAT PARENTS SAY

Parents contact us daily about Bonas MacFarlane's tutors.

Naza

Not just educational

Genevieve has been such a wonderful tutor for our daughter. She has really helped her improve not just educationally but in terms of self-expression and confidence. Thank you Gen!
Naza
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08 January 2019
Valerie

We loved having her

Flora is a really great and knowledgeable teacher and understands the curriculum. She was professional and we loved having her with us in the mountains and the sea.
Valerie
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17 April 2018
Wendy

A tremendous tutor

Luke is a tremendous tutor who has turned around knowledge and passion is English for my son. We are very grateful.
Wendy
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01 December 2018
Donna

Fantastic in every aspect

Fantastic in every aspect. Built a solid relationship with pupil, anticipated needs and went above the call of duty.
Donna
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23 May 2018
Jacques

A biology assessment

Oliver helped me write my Internal Assessment for biology. Throughout the time we worked together he was punctual and very professional. I couldn't have asked for anything more from him as his work and commitment was simply above what I expected of him. If I need more help in the future I would...
Jacques
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12 June 2018
Fafy

A great love of mathematics

Tom has been working with my son and daughter for a few weeks, both children get on really well with him and it is evident that he has a great love of mathematics and teaching. I would very, very, very, highly recommend him to anyone!
Fafy
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10 November 2018
Natasha

Maths tuition

Built good rapport and personal relationship. Very patient in tuition manner. Thorough and detailed and concise in tuition style. Covering all mathematical support. Would highly recommend Angel!
Natasha
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17 January 2019
Orianne

Fully committed with great reporting to us

Zachary was amazing: fully committed with great reporting to us; a key analysis of our son and immediately he managed to create a great relationship with him. Many thanks.
Orianne
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05 November 2018
Umaru

New skills in English

Excellent tutor, absolutely brilliant. Harry helped build my son’s confidence as well as teaching him new skills in English which also helped him with other subjects. Was always prepared to go beyond the allotted time if the moment requires it. An absolute delight.
Umaru
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26 October 2018
Julie

Great progress through the A-level Maths and Physics syllabuses

Mike is a really lovely tutor who knows his stuff. He has been super-compassionate towards our son who suffers from extreme anxiety. His teaching style is very thorough and lively, and he and my son are making great progress through the A-level Maths and Physics syllabuses.
Julie
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29 October 2018
Omo

Awesome tutor!

Awesome tutor! Very detailed, professional and has a great way with kids.
Omo
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01 October 2018
Rose

Thoughtful and delightful

Nicholas came to Cornwall to tutor my daughter for her GCSEs. He was very highly recommended but even his glowing references were an understatement, he exceeded our expectations in every way. Nicholas was at all times a pleasure to work with, being thorough and firm, flexible, hard-working...
Rose
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02 April 2018
Renee

Maths tutor

My son really enjoys his sessions with Tim which says quite something considering maths is not quite a favourite subject. Tim can clearly relate well to teenagers who also respect his extracurricular interests.
Renee
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29 April 2018
Christina

Great help in hopeless situation

Very thoughtful approach to the student's situation. Good communication with him. Good to understand and follow, good guidance. Homework partially quite complex but good to dive independently into the subject. Very straight "tour de force" through Economics. Great help in hopeless situation.
Christina
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05 November 2018
Yvonne

Excellent in all respects

Excellent in all respects. Always on time, and has established a very good rapport with our son James. James responds very positively to Samuel.
Yvonne
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18 December 2018
Stuart

The best we have had yet

Donal was the best we have had yet. Exceptional. Had a real caring edge. Jamie has visibly improved under his tuition. Bravo!  
Stuart
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31 August 2018
Paul

The girls love her

Rosie's a star! The girls love her and we've seen positive benefits from her sessions.
Paul
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02 January 2019
Martha

He looks forward to the lessons

Yolanda has been able to sucessfully engage my son in topics that he previously disliked. He looks forward to the lessons and does the homework unprompted.
Martha
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29 August 2018
Natalie

Detailed feedback

A very conscientious and helpful tutor who prepares thoroughly for tutorials, has excellent subject knowledge and later provides me with detailed feedback.
Natalie
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25 April 2018
Valentina

Results up 20%

The best tutor out of three we have had with the agency. Clarity and logical approach towards the lessons have allowed to increase the results up to 20%. I could only wish Donal's availability would allow us to continue working with him.
Valentina
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02 November 2018
Nada

Understood the needs of my daughter perfectly

Beatrix is a professional and well prepared tutor who is aware and ahead of her tasks and understood the needs of my daughter perfectly. Thanks a lot.
Nada
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01 December 2018
Prasad

Bridging the gap

Jessica was one of the best teachers I have ever had. She was caring and taught us so well and made our time together productive and fun. I learnt so much from her in the span of 3 years. Being in India and having shortcomings compared to everyone in the UK, her tutoring support has helped me...
Prasad
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09 April 2018

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IN THE NEWS

Bonas MacFarlane is an authoritative voice on what is trending at the top end of education.

Parents are taking on tutors in increasing numbers

Since 1992 their consultants and tutors have gained a reputation with thousands of discerning families

Beyond Bespoke

A suitable job for a princess – Cressida takes up teaching

TheTimes

A top London tutoring agency

 

Hiring a tutor used to be an admission of failure, now it's a status symbol.

More than one in five British secondary school pupils are now receiving extra private tuition - and the result is a booming, multimillion-pound industry.

Charles emphasized that his company has helped hundreds of children get into highly competitive selective secondary schools.

Many live-in tutors are graduates from top universities who earn higher salaries than teachers.

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