IB DIPLOMA TUTORING
Expert IB Tutors
in Hong Kong
BartyED’s tutoring combines deep curriculum knowledge with a commitment to mentoring our students towards long-term growth. Our tutors are all graduates from global Top 100 universities, including Durham, Oxford and Imperial College London.
Rather than relying on short-term, part-time tutors, BartyED’s core team comprises full-time teachers dedicated to supporting their students’ academic growth across their subjects. We offer comprehensive programmes focused on mastering skills, and developing learning habits that will support life-long development.
Common IB challenges
Inconsistent exam technique across paper types
Structured paper-by-paper breakdown with timed practice and mark-scheme analysis, so students know exactly what the examiner is looking for. Drilling not just content, but paper structure and awareness.
Falling behind on the Extended Essay and TOK
Dedicated sessions for EE planning and project design, Research Question workshopping, argument development, and draft review.
Gaps in syllabus knowledge from missed or rushed classes
Diagnostic assessment in the first session identifies exact gaps in subject-content and skills benchmark. A targeted catch-up plan is built around the student's own school schedule and exam timetable.
Exam anxiety and low confidence
Our IB tutors’ training programmes include developing strategies to support students struggling with exam anxiety and low confidence: talking through specific exam worries, allowing students to feel heard and supported, mentoring students to develop the self-awareness they need to succeed.
WHAT WE COVER
IB subjects
Applications & Interpretation (AI) SL/HL
Literature SL/HL
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WHY CHOOSE US
The BartyED difference
IB-specialist tutors
Every BartyED IB tutor receives rigorous training in teaching the IB Diploma; training is led by our Heads of Department and supervised by the Director of Studies. Staff complete IBO-led workshops to remain at the cutting edge of IB syllabus development. Whether for English, Maths or Physics, our tutors know the syllabus and mark-scheme criteria inside out.
Consistent, effective feedback
No fixed programmes. Every session is built around the student's specific gaps, exam technique, and learning style, adjusted continuously as progress is made.
Mentoring, not just content
At BartyED, we recognise that acquiring content knowledge is only half the battle. Our team keeps a close eye on students’ organisational skills, exam strategy and, above all, their well-being. Our support extends far beyond the final exam.
Deep curriculum knowledge
Our IB tutors are renowned for their deep curriculum knowledge and understanding of the IBDP. In the past five years, our team has conducted maternity cover and locums at international schools in History HL, Biology HL, Maths AA HL and MYP Science.
BartyED ensures high-quality tutoring
From our strict hiring process, through our comprehensive on-going tutor training, BartyED places a strong emphasis on teaching quality. Our reputation for rigour is at the heart of what we do.
3-phase hiring process
Our 3-phase hiring process consists of a structured interview with Jerome, a written exam across proposed subject areas, and an engagement session to assess teaching style.
A strong CV is not enough: candidates need to demonstrate strong subject knowledge, resilience and adaptability. We place our bar deliberately high in the full knowledge that most candidates will fail. Our students will benefit from the strong communication skills and pedagogical passion of the best applicants.
Rigorous training programme
Once hired, candidates undergo a six-month training programme to ensure deep subject and curriculum knowledge. This is conducted by our Heads of STEM and English/Humanities, and overseen by our Director of Studies.
The IB examiners know their own curriculum, so it's essential that we do, too. Our training programmes are designed to instil strong academic rigour, and consistent teaching across subjects.
On-going professional development
Whether in IBO-led workshops on the latest changes to the Extended Essay marking criteria, or knowledge sharing across the team in informal sessions to improve our support of SEN students, BartyED's IB tutors enjoy continued professional development.
International curricula like the IBDP, A-Levels and IGCSEs are subject to change and adaptation. It's essential for teaching quality that our IB tutors are ready and aware of all developments so we can maintain our exemplary support of all students.
IB grading explained
The IB Diploma Programme goes well beyond a totalling of the six subject grades. There are a number of conditions that must be met in order to be awarded the Diploma, and this may have an impact on students' university entry pathways.
Six subjects (Groups 1–6)
Each subject is graded 1–7. Students take three subjects at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL), though some take four HL subjects. The maximum from subjects alone is 42 points.
Extended Essay (EE)
Graded A–E. Combined with the TOK grade in a matrix to award 0–3 bonus points. An A in both EE and TOK earns the maximum 3 points. An E in either results in automatic Diploma failure.
Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Graded A–E. Assessed via an Exhibition (internally assessed) and a 1,600-word essay (externally assessed). Combined with EE in the bonus point matrix.
Total maximum score
45 points (42 from subjects + 3 bonus points from EE/TOK).
Minimum to receive the Diploma
24 points overall, plus meeting the Diploma conditions: no more than one E in EE/TOK, no grade 1 in any subject, and no more than two grade 2s. CAS must also be completed.
University benchmark scores
Competitive UK universities typically require 38–40+ for entry. Oxbridge entry asks candidates to go beyond the stated 38 general requirement, with most successful candidates scoring above 41. US Ivy League applicants are generally expected to score 40+ with 7s in relevant HL subjects.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Success stories
Our students have gone on to Oxford, Edinburgh, UCL, Duke, Brown, and Harvard.
The IB Diploma is a two-year qualification for students aged 16–19. The final grade is out of 45 — up to 7 per subject across six subjects (42 points), plus up to 3 bonus points from the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge. Students must score at least 24 points overall and meet the diploma conditions to receive the full diploma.
Each IBDP student takes 3 subjects at Higher Level (HL), and 3 at Standard Level (SL). HL courses enjoy more teaching hours (240 vs 150), and often include greater depth of content and an additional assessment component. It’s worth bearing in mind that certain university courses often require that candidates take that subject to HL (e.g. needing History HL to pursue a History undergraduate degree).
The EE and TOK (Theory of Knowledge) are graded from A-E, with three core points allocated between them according to the core point matrix. While the TOK Exhibition is internally assessed, both the EE and TOK essay are assessed by external examiners.
Yes. All US universities accept the IB Diploma for admission, and many regard it favourably due to its academic rigour. Some institutions even offer course credit for Higher Level subjects. Applicants are generally also expected to complete the SAT or ACT.
There is no disadvantage to applying with the IB Diploma. All universities accept it and publish the minimum score required for entry. A-Levels are more common in the UK, but the IB is well regarded. BartyED tutors can advise on application strategy for Oxbridge and Russell Group universities.
Yes. All BartyED sessions are available online, although most students prefer in-person. That being said, BartyED’s IB team works hard to ensure the same teaching quality online and in-person. Get in touch to find out more about which will suit you best.
Yes. BartyED tutors provide dedicated support for both the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge, including essay planning, argument development, draft feedback, and presentation preparation.
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