We worked with Natalie with our son Rafi in August 2018. He did not get the grades required for his course / university of choice and was adamant he was not going to university at all. I called Natalie and within 24 hours we were sitting in her office with Rafi. Within 60 minutes she: Managed his expectations based on his grades Motivated him to focus on an alternative university Then got him to commit to a degree course via clearing elsewhere I cannot recommend Natalie highly enough, she took a very pragmatic, no nonsense approach, speaking directly to Rafi, leaving it to my wife and I to simply work the phones to give him options to consider! Just what was needed. In addition she has offered an excellent follow up service now to help ensure he is making the most of university life. Natalie – thank you again!

Natalie helped our son to achieve his dream of studying at Cambridge by firstly demystifying the application process, as it can be a bit scary at first glance. Secondly, by asking questions which, once answered, allowed for our son to write a strong personal statement, striking just the right tone and conveying his passion and knowledge of the subject he hoped to study. Thirdly, with her coaching skills Natalie also helped our son with his confidence in himself and, coming from a state school, with his belief that he could be successful in his application to Cambridge. He is now in his first year, and loving it. Thank you Natalie.

Natalie had a very good approach to guiding my daughter and giving her the confidence and empowerment to make the right GCSE selections.  Furthermore, Natalie demonstrated the art of the possible and expanded my daughter’s horizon; real growth mindset thinking.  At the session, Natalie extended the discussion to beyond GCSEs right up to degree level and careers.  This was a real eye opener for my daughter and she left the session feeling very motivated and excited about the next few years ahead.

When my kids were unsure as to what universities they wanted to apply to they turned to Natalie for help and guidance. Her expertise no nonsense approach and guidance on how to select the right courses for each of them was absolutely invaluable.

Natalie Lancer is really good in asking the right questions and pointing you in the right direction. She doesn't do things for you, it's more that she helps by cutting through loads of unimportant info and narrowing down what you should be focusing on, she helps with the personal statement (but doesn't write it for you) by asking questions which, once answered, become the basis for your statement. She is also a qualified coach and a teacher so really understands young people well.