From a Grade C to an A - Securing Offers from King’s and UCL

Portfolio & Admissions Mentorship

Kiki came to Cadmium during her A-Level Art course working at a C grade and struggling to develop her projects with depth and consistency. Her sketchbooks lacked structure, and she felt uncertain about how to plan and refine her work to meet higher assessment criteria.

Over six months, we worked closely on both practical projects and written components. Through our Portfolio & Admissions Mentorship, she learned how to plan her work strategically, develop ideas with greater independence, and present her sketchbooks and essays with clarity and intention.

Kiki raised her grade to an A in A-Level Art and secured offers from King’s College London and University College London.

“India is a very patient and responsible tutor. With her support, I raised my A-Level Art grade to an A. She guided me through planning and completing each project, giving clear professional advice while encouraging me to work independently. I’m very grateful for her help and would highly recommend her.”

Mixed media artwork combining photography and lino print in an A Level art coursework project

Kiki

From C to A in A-Level Art

Student Work

Choose your next step.

Whether you need focused feedback on an existing portfolio or broader guidance on your work, applications and next steps, choose the support that fits where you are now.

1-Hour Consultation

Broader advice on your work, goals and next steps.

Best if you need help deciding what support you need, how to approach your application, or what direction to take next.

1 hour · online · £150

Portfolio Review

Existing portfolio. Focused expert feedback.

Review your current work and get clear direction on what to keep, change and prioritise before you submit.

90 minutes · online · £250

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Not sure which support fits?

Book a 1-hour online consultation (£150) to talk through your goals, current work and priorities – we’ll recommend the right mentorship or support route for where you are now.