Education is about more than grades. Many students today struggle with confidence, motivation, or finding the right direction. Our coaching and mentoring programmes are designed to support the whole person building resilience, independence, and clarity for the future.
COACHING
PROGRAMMES
The Issue
Today’s young people are facing pressures unlike any generation before. Academic demands, social expectations, and uncertainty about the future leave many students feeling anxious, unmotivated, or lost. Research shows that:
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1 in 6 children aged 5–16 in the UK is likely to have a mental health problem (NHS, 2021).
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52% of young people say exams have the most negative impact on their mental health (YoungMinds, 2022).
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Almost half of UK students report struggling with stress, anxiety, or low confidence during their school years (UCAS, 2021).
While traditional tutoring focuses only on grades, it often overlooks the deeper challenges holding students back, things like exam stress, poor focus, low self-esteem, or lack of direction. That’s where coaching comes in.
At Ascendance Coaching, our programmes combine practical academic support with personal mentoring, helping young people to:
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Manage stress and anxiety effectively
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Build confidence and resilience
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Stay motivated and focused on their goals
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Gain clarity about their future, from exams to university and careers
Because education should be about more than passing tests, it should prepare students to thrive in life.
We support students who are preparing for important exams or major transitions, helping them approach these milestones with confidence and focus. Our coaching also guides young people who need clarity around career choices or university decisions, giving them the tools to plan their next steps. And for anyone who would benefit from personal support alongside academics, we provide mentoring that builds resilience, independence, and self-belief.
WE BUILD
ON SUCCESS
We support students who want to strengthen their foundations in reading, writing, and numeracy, ensuring they build the core skills that every subject depends on. For learners who are aiming to raise their grades and push towards their full potential, we provide tailored teaching that balances subject knowledge with proven study strategies and exam techniques. Our approach is especially effective for young people who thrive with personalised guidance and encouragement, where one-to-one attention allows them to progress at their own pace, rebuild confidence, and rediscover enjoyment in learning. By combining academic support with a nurturing environment, we help students not only achieve stronger results but also develop the self-belief and independence they need for the future.
Personal mentoring – building self-belief, motivation, and life skills
Study & focus coaching – tools to work smarter, not harder
Wellbeing coaching – strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm
Career & university guidance – support with applications, choices, and next steps