Kent Test

Our bespoke mentoring service aims to improve self-confidence as well as developing life and communication skills

What do we mean by mentoring?

For us, mentoring is supporting and developing a child or young person in relation to a particular target or area of need.  Our mentors provide a "friendly ear" to our students, giving encouragement and positivity to helping improve confidence and well-being. Mentoring may be weekly but can also take place at other intervals depending on what is required. We can also arrange ad-hoc sessions.


What can we offer?

As with all our services, we can create and build a package of support which meets the individual needs of your child.  Here are some examples of mentoring support we can offer but if you require anything specific, please do contact us.


  • Body image work
  • Social skill development
  • Life skill development
  • Personal supporter and advocate - we allow your child to be who they are and listen to what they think-we are on their side.
  • Increasing activity - supporting your child to leave the house and become more active
  • LGBTQIA+ support
  • Transition and progression - support with job applications, interviews, 
  • College and university support


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Secondary Pupils

"Kirsten was amazing, the absolute best.  I couldn't have asked for anything better.  From her tutoring, all the worries for the Kent Test were put to one side and I know that it gave me a boost to do it.  I couldn't have asked for someone better to tutor me than Kirsten."

Fin, aged 10.

"Couldn't have met a better person for our boy at a tricky time. Kirsten really understands SEN as well as children in general . Fantastic learning opportunities with a fun approach tailored to your child's own interests."

Rebecca Readman, parent.

"Kirsten you are not just a superb teacher, you are more than that.  You encourage my daughter and bring out the best in her in your teaching, she always has fun at the same time.  You care about her and  genuinely want to support and help her achieve her best.  You have been kind and understanding to us as a family.  You give more than just teaching, you go that extra mile to help out and support."

Paula Middleton, parent.

"Ian is such a lovely tutor.  He really brought out my son's confidence and had a very calming effect. Would recommend in a heart-beat."
Vicki Welch, parent.

Vicki Welch, parent.

"Honestly cannot recommend Kirsten enough. She's fabulous and what she doesn't know isn't worth knowing.  Amazing lovely lady with the patience of a saint. Really warm and welcoming and makes the children want to learn. Really knew how to connect with all my SEN children from high functioning ASD, ADHD and chromosome disorders.  Thank you for everything Kirsten, you're a star!"

Erin Reid, parent.

"Kirsten was a huge support for my son who has learning needs.  She not only supported him but supported me in finding a solution to Thomas’s education.  I cannot thank her enough for her kindness."

Natalie Lack, parent.

"Kirsten has tutored my son in the run up to his GCSEs. She was brilliant at understanding his special needs and quickly developed a very good rapport with him. Tom loved attending the sessions. Kirsten rapidly got him up to speed for his exams – helping him not only with subject content but also building his exam technique and giving him a real understanding of what he needed to do to be exam ready. She was happy to help develop revision schedules and tailor the sessions to fit with our needs. I would wholeheartedly recommend Kirsten’s tutoring."

Emily Carr, parent.

"I found Shepway Tutoring 4 years ago and Kirsten has been tutoring my 3 children since. One on one time to supplement school learning has given my children the confidence to try their best in areas they're not as strong in, and Kirsten's advice to them: 'if you get stuck at school, imagine I'm sitting next to you - what would I suggest you do?' has been invaluable. I'm so glad I found her!"

Deborah Taylor, parent.

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