Intensive Revision

A Level Revision Courses

Intensive revision programmes during Easter and half-term breaks — past papers under exam conditions, expert feedback, and subject-focused sessions for Maths, Sciences and Economics.

EasterSpring intensive
Half-termMid-year boost
3Subjects available
TimedExam conditions
Consistently rated 5 stars by students

Intensive Revision That Actually Makes a Difference

Easter & Half-Term ProgrammesIntensive revision scheduled during school holidays to maximise preparation time
Past Papers Under Exam ConditionsTimed practice with full mark scheme review and written feedback on every paper
Subject-Specific IntensivesMaths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Economics — each with a specialist tutor
Small Focused GroupsSmall groups maintain the quality of feedback and allow questions throughout sessions

Why Revision Courses Work — When Done Right

Most students revise alone during the holidays — reading notes, hoping it sticks. Our revision courses replace passive review with active, structured practice. Students sit full past papers under timed exam conditions and receive detailed feedback on exactly where marks are lost and why.

By the end of an Easter intensive, students know which topics are still weak, what the examiners want to see, and how to structure their remaining revision before the final exams.

  • Full past papers under timed exam conditions
  • Detailed written feedback on every paper
  • Topic-specific sessions to fill identified gaps
  • Exam technique — how to maximise every mark

What's Included in Each Revision Course

Every subject follows the same intensive structure — maximising the value of each day during the holiday period.

A Level Maths

Pure Maths, Statistics and Mechanics — topic review, problem-solving under timed conditions, and full past paper practice. Edexcel, AQA and OCR covered.

Biology, Chemistry & Physics

Subject-specific intensive sessions for each science. Required practicals, data interpretation, and past paper questions reviewed and marked with examiner-style feedback.

Economics

Micro and macroeconomics topic review, 25-mark essay technique, and timed past paper practice. Mark scheme analysis embedded throughout.

Timed Exam Practice

Every day includes at least one full timed past paper or exam-condition question set. Students experience the real exam pressure in a controlled, supported environment.

Marking & Feedback

All papers are marked using official mark schemes. Students receive written feedback identifying where marks were lost and how to address each weakness.

Personalised Revision Plan

At the end of the course, each student leaves with a clear written revision plan — identifying priority topics and how to spend the remaining time before final exams.

Everything You Need to Know

When

Easter & Half-Term

Duration

Full Day Sessions

Group Size

Small Groups

Location

Ilford Centre

Clear, Simple Pricing

One straightforward daily rate per subject — no packages or add-ons.

How to Book

Places fill quickly — book early to secure your spot

Limited places
  • Call or book online to confirm your place
  • Choose your subjects — book multiple days
  • Easter dates announced each January
  • Half-term dates announced each half-term
  • Payment due on confirmation
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* All prices exclude VAT

Secure Your Revision Course Place Early

Places are limited and fill quickly — especially for Easter. Book now to guarantee your spot in the next revision course.

What Makes Our Courses Different

Exam Conditions From Day One

Every course includes full past papers under real exam conditions. Students don't just revise — they practise performing under pressure.

Written Feedback on Every Paper

Every paper is marked and returned with detailed written comments. Students leave knowing exactly which topics need more work and why marks were lost.

Subject-Specialist Tutors

Each subject is led by a specialist tutor who knows the exam board inside out — not a generalist running a one-size-fits-all session.

Structured Days, Not Passive Review

Each day follows a clear structure: topic review, worked examples, timed practice, marking, and feedback. No time is wasted on passive reading.

Leave With a Clear Plan

Every student ends the course with a written revision plan for the remaining weeks before their exams — targeted, prioritised and actionable.

Ilford Centre

All revision courses are held at our Ilford centre — a focused, distraction-free environment specifically designed for exam preparation.

How Our Revision Courses Work

1

Morning: Topic Consolidation

Each morning session focuses on the highest-value and most commonly tested topics. Tutors consolidate understanding through worked examples and Q&A.

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Afternoon: Timed Past Paper

Students sit a full past paper or targeted question set under timed exam conditions. No notes, no help — the real thing.

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End of Day: Marking and Feedback

Papers are reviewed together using official mark schemes. Students see exactly how their answers compare to what examiners expect — and understand how to improve.

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Final Day: Personalised Revision Plan

On the last day of the course, every student receives a written plan for the weeks ahead — prioritising the topics that need the most work before exam day.

What Students Achieve

Post-revision course outcomes

  • Most students improve by at least one grade boundary
  • Students leave with clear exam technique improvements
  • Improved confidence going into final exam season
  • Strong outcomes across Maths, Sciences and Economics

What Students Say

Hear from students who attended Ark's Easter and half-term revision courses.

"The Easter revision course was the best decision I made before my A Level exams. Doing full past papers every day and getting detailed feedback was so much more effective than just reading notes at home. My confidence was completely different going into the exams."

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Anjali SharmaYear 13 · A Level Maths Easter Course

"I attended the Chemistry Easter course feeling really unprepared. By the end of the week I understood exactly which topics I needed to prioritise and had a proper plan for the last few weeks. The feedback on my papers was genuinely detailed."

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Sara PatelYear 13 · A Level Chemistry Easter Course

"The half-term Biology course helped me understand data interpretation questions — something I always lost marks on. The tutor knew exactly which question types trip students up and drilled us on them. Really worthwhile."

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Liyana MendisYear 12 · Biology Half-Term Course

"I booked the Economics Easter course two weeks before my final exam. The essay technique coaching in the morning sessions completely changed how I approached the 25-mark questions. Ended up with an A."

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Jasminder KaurYear 13 · Economics Easter Course · A grade

Common Questions

We currently offer intensive revision courses in A Level Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Economics. Contact us if you need a subject not listed — we may be able to accommodate additional subjects depending on tutor availability.
Easter courses run during the two weeks of the Easter holiday. Half-term courses run during October and February half-terms. Exact dates are published at the start of each term — sign up to our mailing list or call us to be notified when dates are announced.
Yes. You can book a revision course day for each of your subjects — for example, Maths on Monday, Chemistry on Tuesday, and Biology on Wednesday. Each day is priced at £50* per subject.
Both year groups are welcome. Year 13 students benefit most from the intensive pre-exam preparation, but Year 12 students attending half-term courses gain valuable exam technique and past paper experience ahead of their end-of-year assessments.
Call us on 020 3441 7272 or book online. Places are limited and often fill weeks in advance for Easter courses. We recommend booking as early as possible once dates are confirmed.
Stationery, a calculator where relevant, and their exam board specification if they have it. We provide all past papers, mark schemes and materials. Students should also bring water and a packed lunch — we have a break halfway through the day.

Don't Leave Your Revision to Chance

Book your place on the next Easter or half-term revision course. Places are limited — secure yours before they fill.