Live Lessons. Real Teachers.
Live group lessons with a real teacher – for just £5.
What is Bell.Study?
Bell.Study is a UK-based online tutoring platform that offers live group lessons for primary school children aged 5-11, taught by qualified, DBS-checked teachers. Lessons cost £5 per child per session - up to 8x cheaper than the UK average of £30-50 per hour for private tutoring. The platform covers Maths, English, and Science aligned to the national curriculum for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
Unlike traditional one-to-one tutoring, Bell.Study uses a small-group model backed by Education Endowment Foundation research showing that group tuition delivers learning gains comparable to one-to-one at a fraction of the cost. Every lesson is 45 minutes, recorded for replay, and includes AI-generated homework with instant marking. The platform also provides 27 free curriculum-aligned educational games across five subjects, playable without signup.
How Bell.Study Works
From lesson booking to homework, everything happens in one place.
Browse & Book
Browse lessons by subject, year group, or teacher. When we launch, you'll be able to book in seconds.
Join Live
Your child joins the 45-minute live lesson in-browser. No downloads, no app installs needed.
Learn & Interact
Your child can message the teacher live, answer live questions to test their understanding, and tap the help button. The teacher adapts in real time.
Review & Grow
After each lesson, your child receives marked homework, can rewatch the lesson recording, and can track their progress across subjects over time.
Everything Your Child Needs
Designed for real attention spans, real support, and real progress.
Teachers Who Engage Young Learners
Your child learns from a teacher we selected because they know how to make lessons engaging for young learners. Not just qualified – genuinely good at teaching children.
Private, Low-Pressure Help
Your child can message the teacher during the lesson, ask questions, and get responses – without speaking out loud. Many children prefer this to putting their hand up.
The Teacher Can Spot Struggles Early
The teacher has a real-time view of the whole class, with regular comprehension checks to test understanding, so no child is left pretending to understand.
Gets Clear Feedback
After every lesson, homework is set and marked instantly. Your child sees exactly what they got right, what they missed, and why – with clear explanations.
Can Rewatch Any Lesson
Missed a session? Need to revise before an exam? Every lesson is recorded and available to rewatch anytime.
You Can See Their Progress
Visual progress maps show what your child is confident in, what needs work, and what's coming next – across every subject and topic.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No subscriptions. No hidden fees. Pay per lesson.
Private tutoring typically costs £30–50+/hour. Bell.Study: £5 for a 45-minute group lesson with highly qualified teachers who specialise in engaging children.
per child, per lesson
- ✓45-minute live group lesson with a qualified teacher
- ✓Interactive features – live chat, quizzes, help button
- ✓Homework with instant marking and explanations
- ✓Full lesson replay available anytime
- ✓Progress tracking across all subjects
Rigorous Teacher Selection
Bell.Study is not an open marketplace. We hand-pick every teacher on the platform. They are selected above all for one quality: the ability to make lessons children genuinely look forward to.
Curated, Not Open
We review every application personally. Teaching skill and the ability to connect with children matter more than credentials alone.
Interview
Every teacher goes through a selection and interview process with our team with a focus on how they teach and engage children.
DBS Verified
Every teacher's DBS and identity are verified before they can teach.
Continuously Rated
We review lesson quality continuously through ongoing feedback and monitoring.
Built on the National Curriculum
Everything we build is rooted in the national curriculum. We are starting with the core subjects that matter most – Mathematics, English and Science – before expanding across the full curriculum. Every lesson, quiz and homework task is tied to what your child is expected to learn in school and what they will be tested on.
Your Child's Safety Comes First
Safeguarding is built in by design, so your child is protected at every step.
DBS-Checked Teachers
Every teacher has a verified Enhanced DBS certificate before they can teach on the platform.
Every Lesson Recorded
All sessions are automatically recorded and stored securely for safeguarding and replay purposes.
Cameras Off by Default
Student cameras and microphones are off by default. Only the teacher is visible on screen.
Parent PIN Protection
Bookings and account changes require a parent PIN. Children cannot book lessons or make payments alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do live lessons work?+
Your child joins a live video lesson in their web browser – no downloads or apps needed. The teacher delivers the lesson on camera, and students interact using live chat, quizzes, and a help button. Each lesson lasts 45 minutes.
Is my child visible on camera?+
No. Student cameras and microphones are off by default. Only the teacher is visible and audible. Students interact through the platform's built-in tools (live chat, quiz answers, help button) rather than through audio or video.
What happens if my child misses a lesson?+
Every lesson is recorded automatically. If your child misses the live session, they can watch the full replay anytime. They can also complete the homework at their own pace.
Can I cancel a booking?+
Yes. You can cancel any booking up to 1 hour before the lesson starts for a full refund credited to your wallet. After that, the booking stands but your child can still watch the replay.
Who are the teachers?+
Bell.Study is a curated platform – not every teacher who applies is accepted. We select teachers who are qualified, DBS-checked, and can demonstrate they know how to engage young learners. Every application is manually reviewed, including a teaching video, before approval.
How is payment handled?+
Top up your wallet securely via Stripe, then book lessons instantly. Each lesson costs £5 per child and is debited from your wallet balance. A parent PIN is required for both top-ups and bookings, so children cannot make purchases on their own.
When do live lessons launch?+
We are currently onboarding our first cohort of founding teachers. Live lessons will launch once we have enough teachers to offer a reliable timetable. Join the waitlist to be notified as soon as lessons are available.
How does the first lesson free offer work?+
When you join the waitlist, your first lesson will be completely free when we launch. No credit card required to join the waitlist. The free lesson is applied automatically to your first booking.
Ready to Get Started?
Explore our games and curriculum tools now, and be first to know when live lessons launch.