Long-term specialist support in Monaco
The challenge
Two Ukrainian sisters, aged 14 and 15, residing in Monaco, were experiencing significant academic challenges and a severe lack of confidence with their studies. Despite attending an elite international school, the girls were struggling to keep up, mainly due to intense dyslexia and dyscalculia. Their father, recognising that a conventional approach would not suffice, sought an exceptional, long-term educational solution to support his daughters’ unique needs.
SLT’s Approach
Understanding the intricacies of the situation, we proposed a bespoke education plan through our private tutoring services. We introduced two elite private tutors to the family, with a commitment to a 36-month engagement. Both tutors lived full-time with the family, initially on their yacht and later in a nearby flat. This arrangement allowed for continuous, personalised tutoring, essential for building trust and providing consistent support.
The private tutors integrated seamlessly into the girls’ daily lives, creating a stable and nurturing learning environment. Regular interaction with our team ensured the tutors had access to the best resources and administrative support, allowing them to focus entirely on the girls’ educational needs.
Results
Over the three years, the tutors fostered a strong, trusting relationship with the girls, which was crucial for overcoming their educational challenges. By employing personalised tutoring for each child, the tutors addressed the sisters’ dyslexia and dyscalculia, significantly improving their academic performance. The girls’ confidence grew as they achieved A grades in their GCSEs, a testament to the effectiveness of our tailored educational support.
This success story highlights the transformative power of personalised tutoring. The family’s choice to invest in bespoke home schooling tutors abroad not only helped the girls excel academically but also bolstered their self-esteem, providing a strong foundation for their future endeavours.
Conclusion
For families with unique lifestyles who seek an exceptional education for their children, our global tutoring services offer unparalleled support tailored to each child’s unique needs. Our industry-leading private tuition service is committed to delivering long-term success, ensuring that every student can achieve their full potential through dedicated, personalised attention.
Can we provide a programme like this for your family?
Yes. Most of our programmes begin with a thoughtful discussion about what you need right now, what you want to achieve long term, and what success looks like for your child. We then propose a structure, a timetable, an estimated budget and realistic outcomes - and we refine it with you before anything begins.
How do we select tutors to work on yachts?
Yacht placements are complex and require considerably more than academic excellence. We select tutors who are professionally trained, calm under pressure, socially adept, and able to work respectfully within a household and crew structure. They must understand boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding, and they must be capable of building a rigorous curriculum that can be adaptable to constantly changing itineraries caused by weather patterns.
How do we start gently when a child feels overwhelmed?
We begin with a pace the student can tolerate. Often that means starting with one or two sessions a week in familiar or preferred subjects, with tutors chosen for warmth, calm authority and emotional intelligence. As confidence and trust develop, we build the timetable gradually and introduce greater academic demand.
Can we work alongside therapists, counsellors or medical teams?
Yes. The strongest programmes are often multi-disciplinary. With consent, we collaborate with clinicians and therapists so that academic planning reflects the child’s emotional and physical reality. We also recommend additional support if tutors observe that a child might need it.
Can we combine cultural experiences with curriculum objectives?
Absolutely. Home schooling is uniquely well suited to “real-world” learning. Theatre, galleries, historic sites and local culture can be integrated into English, history, geography, languages and even science — making learning more memorable and often more enjoyable, without sacrificing rigour.
How do we measure progress and report back?
Progress is monitored continuously rather than retrospectively. Families receive regular written reports outlining academic development, engagement, confidence and any emerging concerns. For longer or more complex programmes, we also track trends over time, allowing us to refine the programme proactively rather than waiting for issues to arise.
