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OUR SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Private mentoring that forges exceptional young thinkers.

  • Private and tailored one-to-one mentoring for 13-19 years old.
  • World-class mentors from the University of Cambridge & Oxford.
  • Faster and more effective than school, it builds critical thinking.
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Places are limited. We only accept a small number of students per year.

Subjects

What we teach in one-to-one mentoring programmes?

We build long-term programmes around demanding intellectual disciplines and adapt the pace to the student.

Browse subjects
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Cognitive science
  • Computer science
  • Business
  • Finance
  • Sustainability
  • Biotech
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Ethics of AI
  • Marketing
  • Gaming
  • Mind & Consciousness
  • Neuroscience
  • Programming
  • Psychology
  • Web and UX Design
  • Python coding
  • Robotics
  • Scientific writing
  • Medicine
  • Law
  • Fine art
  • Fashion & Design
  • Economics
  • Architecture
  • Biology
  • Cybersecurity

Choose your one-to-one path

Two formats, one standard of excellence.

Mastery One-to-one

A long-term 3 month mentorship (20 sessions) for students who want to focus on learning and research with a world-class Oxbridge mentor. Includes personal concierge support, initial diagnostic, final research essay, Viva presentation, certificate of completion, endorsement letter, full recordings, and a detailed parent report.

NOTE:We keep Mastery cohorts intentionally small to preserve true 1:1 attention.

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  • Online 1:1 mentoring
  • 3 months 20×1h live
  • Weekly mentoring sessions
  • Access to learning material
  • Final essay on the topic
  • Endorsement letter
  • Detailed parent report
  • Personal concierge

Intensive One-to-one

A short sprint of 2 week (10 sessions) for students who want to go deep into one advanced topic with daily one-to-one guidance from a world-class Oxbridge mentor. Includes personal concierge support, an initial diagnostic, final essay, 10 minute talk, certificate of completion, endorsement letter, recordings, and a detailed parent report.

NOTE:Places are very limited; intensive programmes only run a few times per year.

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  • Online 1:1 mentoring
  • 2 weeks 10×1h live
  • Daily sessions (Mon–Fri)
  • Fast & effective learning
  • Final essay on the topic
  • Endorsement letter
  • Detailed parent report
  • Personal concierge

What families receive

What the one-to-one programmes include

For the student

  • Deeper understanding of a chosen field (e.g. AI, computer science, psychology).
  • A polished essay developed with their tutor on a demanding, well-chosen topic.
  • A recorded 10–20 minute presentation that trains clear, confident explanation.

For the parents

  • A detailed academic snapshot: current level, strengths, and blind spots.
  • An end-of-programme report with recommendations for the next 12 months.
  • Full visibility through access to session recordings, readings, and assignments.

For future applications

  • A Sapiente Education certificate of completion, signed and verifiable.
  • An endorsement letter from the tutor for school or university applications.
  • A portfolio (essay, presentation, certificate) that can be used in interviews.

Many families attach these materials to applications for selective schools, summer programmes, and competitive university admissions.

Institutional Heritage: Leading Academic and Professional Institutions Represented by Our Global Faculty.

Portrait of Massimiliano (Max) Patacchiola in a blue double-breasted suit holding a book

I created Sapiente so ambitious teenagers don’t have to wait 10 years to think at a world-class level. Our job as a team is to compress that journey with serious, one-to-one training that traditional schools simply cannot offer.

Max Patacchiola, PhD & Founder of Sapiente Education

Begin Your Journey

Tell us your goals and we will recommend suitable next step. Message us or request a private call.

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Questions from families

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