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THE SHAN ACADEMY

A transformative tuition and coaching programme empowering Hong Kong and Chinese students to thrive in the UK education system and beyond

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ABOUT US

The Shan Academy was founded by Shannon (Shan 山) Dhillon, an LSE Law Graduate who has lived and taught in both China and Hong Kong. We began in Twickenham, South West London, by supporting Hong Kongers and Chinese students who attended Waldegrave School, where Shan 山 studied. Since then, we have expanded internationally, supporting hundreds of students in the UK, Hong Kong and China with our proven and unique holistic teaching model.

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The Shan Academy provides long-term academic guidance, transformative coaching and cultural integration support to families who have recently moved to the UK. ​

With a results-oriented approach, we combine British and Chinese values to empower students to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Our students achieve academic success, personal confidence, and places at leading universities.​

What Our Programme Includes

We offer more than just tutoring. This is a transformational, holistic and long-term programme designed to guarantee your child's academic, professional and personal success

  • Online English tuition​

    • Tailored to each child's learning style and personality​

    • KS3, GCSE and A-Level curriculum

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  • Confidence and wellbeing coaching​​​​​​

    • ​Building your child's confidence, resilience and self-esteem​

    • Guidance on how to manage your wellbeing

    • Stress management techniques, such as meditation

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  • Cultural integration support

    • Lessons on British culture, customs and history

    • Support navigating the British education system 

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  • Long-term university and career planning

    • ​Interview skills

    • CV building

    • Work experience support

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  • ​Access to resources

    • Practise exam questions and learning resources​

    • Expert techniques on revision, time-management and efficient studying​

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  • Motivation and accountability

    • WhatsApp support

    • Regular parental check-ins

    • Progress check exams 

    • Feedback reports​

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  • Life skills training

    • Debate

    • Public speaking

    • Current affairs

    • Financial education

How it works

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Free Consultation

Book a free online consultation with our Founder Shan to learn more about The Shan Academy and ensure it’s the right fit for your child and their learning style.

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This is a chance for you to ask any questions you may have about your child's learning.

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Select your package

We offer a range of packages for online tutoring and coaching. This can be 1-1 or in a small group (maximum 5 students).

 

Each package is focused on your child's long-term growth and success through transformative coaching, confidence building, and cultural integration.

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Start your journey!

Once you're happy, we'll create a personalised study plan and begin your tailored online tutoring and coaching programme to help your child grow in confidence and achieve their academic goals.

Testimonials

"After moving from Hong Kong to London, our two daughters have been learning with The Shan Academy for the past two years. ​Shannon is positive, loving, and devoted to creating a supportive environment where children feel confident to express themselves and thrive. She is not only an excellent tutor but also a mentor who inspires growth and resilience in her students.

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The Shan Academy's holistic approach ensures that students develop both academically and personally. Lessons go beyond traditional English content, focusing on critical thinking, creative writing, and presentation skills while covering a wide range of engaging topics."

Carmen, a parent who moved from Hong Kong to the UK

Explore Our Blog

Hear from our founder, Shan, on insights about moving to the UK, her experiences living in China and Hong Kong, and expert tips for planning your child's long-term success.

Meet our Founder Shan 

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Hello, and welcome to The Shan Academy!

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I’m Shannon (Shan 山) Dhillon, an LSE Law Graduate, educator, and alumna of Waldegrave School. After living and teaching in both China and Hong Kong, I realised there was a significant gap in support for students transitioning to the UK education system. This motivated me to create The Shan Academy - to offer the academic guidance, cultural integration, and confidence-building support that students need during this transition.

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Teaching is my passion, and I firmly believe in the power of holistic education. That’s why, when I founded The Shan Academy, my vision was to provide more than just academic support. I wanted to help students grow in confidence, critical thinking, and personal development—skills that are essential for success, both in school and beyond.

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What began in Twickenham, South West London, with a focus on helping Hong Kong and Chinese students at my former school, Waldegrave School, has now expanded internationally, supporting students across the UK, Hong Kong, and China. My approach blends British and Chinese values, emphasising not only academic success but also the growth of each student's character and confidence.

Whether it’s mastering English, excelling in school, or preparing for top universities, we’re here to guide and support each student on their journey.

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I look forward to welcoming you to The Shan Academy and helping your child unlock their full potential.

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Shannon Dhillon
Founder & Director, The Shan Academy

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