Fees for the GCSE STEMpath Programme
Simple, transparent pricing for a high-contact, two-year GCSE STEM programme with dedicated exam-period support and a Grade 7–9 guarantee.
The fee structure is designed to be simple for families, while reflecting the depth of teaching, assessment and exam preparation included.
Key figures
- Annual fee: £3,145 per year (three terms)
- Programme length: Two academic years of teaching
- Exam-support fee: £490 (May–June 2028 exam period)
- Cost per hour: £8.50
- Subjects included: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths (Further Maths is dependent on student progress in Maths lessons, determined at the end of the first year of studying at STEMpath)
- Guarantee: Grade 7–9 refund guarantee with conditions
Annual Fees & Term Structure
Fees are charged per academic year and are paid termly. Each year is divided into three teaching terms, with a separate fee for the final exam-support period in May–June 2028.
Annual fee
The annual fee for the GCSE STEMpath Programme is:
£3,145 per year
This fee covers structured teaching in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Further Maths across all three terms of the academic year. Please note, studying Further Maths is dependent on sufficient progress made in Maths.
Term dates
Each academic year is divided into three teaching terms:
- Term 1: May – July
- Term 2: September – December
- Term 3: January – April
Lessons run during term time. Specific term dates are confirmed each year.
Exam-Support Period (May–June 2028)
In the final exam window, we continue to support students with structured revision, practice papers and exam-technique coaching. This period is charged separately, using the same approximate hourly rate as the main programme.
Exam-support fee
The dedicated exam-support period runs through the GCSE exam window in May–June 2028.
£490
What exam support includes
- Live revision lessons focused on priority topics.
- Practice papers with marking and indicative grading.
- Structured support until GCSE exams are complete.
Cost per Hour
Across the full teaching year, including high weekly contact time in multiple STEM subjects, the programme works out at £8.50 per hour of live teaching. The exam-support period is costed using the same rate.
Weekly live lessons
- Biology – 2 hours per week
- Chemistry – 2 hours per week
- Physics – 2 hours per week
- Maths – 3 hours per week
- Further Maths - incorporated into Maths lessons providing sufficient progress is made in Maths.
- Study Support - weekly study support (1:1 Booking Slots).
- Total: around 10 hours per week of live teaching
What this means in practice
- High-contact teaching time for all core STEM subjects.
- Structured assessments and marked work throughout.
- Exam preparation and support built into the end of the programme.
What the Fees Include
The GCSE STEMpath Programme fee covers much more than weekly live lessons. It provides a complete teaching, assessment and support pathway from the start of GCSEs to the final exam period.
Teaching & curriculum
- Live online lessons in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Further Maths.
- Structured schemes of work over two academic years.
- Regular review and retrieval of key topics to secure understanding.
Assessment & feedback
- Termly assessments under exam-style conditions.
- Half-termly tests to monitor understanding and retention.
- Marked work with feedback linked to GCSE expectations.
Exam-period support
- Dedicated exam-support period in May–June 2028 (£490 fee).
- Targeted revision lessons and practice papers with marking.
- Guidance on exam technique, timing and topic prioritisation.
Payment Schedule & Key Dates
Before joining the GCSE STEMpath Programme, families complete the KS3 assessment and admissions process. Fees are then paid termly, with a separate payment for the final exam-support period.
Before joining the programme
- By 15 January 2026: Register for the KS3 assessment (£25).
- 7 February 2026: KS3 Maths and Science assessment day.
- 21 February 2026: Some students may be asked to attend an informal online interview/assessment on Zoom to confirm suitability for the course.
- 28 February 2026: Assessment outcomes and offers sent.
- By 14 March 2026: Accept offer and pay a non-refundable £100 deposit to secure the place (this will be deducted from your first term's fees).
Paying termly & exam-support fees
- April 2026: Enrolment process and paperwork.
- By 17 April 2026: First term fees due (May–July term).
- Subsequent term fees are due shortly before the start of each term.
- The exam-support fee (£490) is invoiced and payable shortly before the start of the May–June 2028 exam period.
- Full payment details and dates are confirmed in writing on enrolment.
Grade 7–9 Guarantee
STEMpath Academy offers a results guarantee for students who meet the programme expectations for attendance, homework, assessment performance and sitting their GCSEs in the Summer 2028 exam series.
If a student fulfils all programme conditions but does not achieve their target grades, families may be eligible for a refund of Year 11 fees. Students achieving below Grade 4 will receive a full refund of Year 11 fees, while students achieving Grades 4–6 will receive a 50% refund of Year 11 fees.
Full details, conditions and required evidence are set out on our Guarantee page.
Refunds & withdrawals
Because places are limited and the programme is cohort-based, families are asked to commit to the full academic year. Any requests for withdrawal or adjustments to fees are handled according to the written terms provided at enrolment.
If you have specific questions about fees, payment arrangements or the guarantee, please contact us directly before enrolling.
Next Step: Register for the KS3 Assessment
If the fee structure and programme outline fit your family, the next step is to register your child for the KS3 prerequisite assessment in Maths and Science.
This assessment helps us ensure the programme is the right fit and that students joining the cohort are ready to benefit from a high-expectation, high-support GCSE pathway.