Elite Exam Prep and Academic Coaching
High-level test preparation and academic support built around how each student thinks, learns, and performs best.
Craig Cartier
Strong results matter. But students do their best work when they feel understood, challenged, and supported.
The Cartier Coaching approachThoughtful coaching built around the student.
Strong academic performance comes from more than memorization, pressure, or generic study plans.
The best learning happens when students understand what they are doing, why it works, and how to stay calm and effective when the stakes are high.
Cartier Coaching combines academic expertise, strategic preparation, and a personal coaching style designed to help students build confidence, clarity, and momentum.
Areas of coaching
Support across major admissions exams, academic subjects, and international school systems.
SAT, ACT, AP, and US Admissions
Test preparation, academic coaching, and admissions guidance for students applying to US universities.
Graduate Admissions
GMAT, GRE, and LSAT preparation for MBA, MiF, MiM, and other graduate school program applicants seeking strategic, high-level coaching.
Academic Coaching
Ongoing support for IB, High School, University and Graduate-level courses in mathematics, science, economics, finance, and advanced coursework.
UK GCSE and A-Level Exams
Support for GCSE, A-Level focused on confidence, clarity, and exam performance
UK Primary School Academic Coaching
Helping younger students build strong foundations in maths, English, reasoning, confidence, and study habits, including 11+ and SATs exam prep.
Private School Admissions
Thoughtful preparation for ISEE, SSAT, and independent school admissions (including the American School in London) with an emphasis on confidence and fit.
About Craig Cartier
Craig Cartier is a London-based academic coach specializing in standardized test preparation and academic support across US, UK, and international curricula.
His background includes engineering, consulting, and business education, including graduating as valedictorian of his MBA program.
Over time, his teaching philosophy has become increasingly centered around the individual student — understanding how they think, where they lose confidence, what motivates them, and how to help them perform at a high level without unnecessary pressure.
Students and families often describe his approach as thoughtful, calm, strategic, and highly personalized.
Work with CraigWhat students and families say
“For his impact on my score, his genuine commitment and desire to see me do well and for being extremely supportive (and patient) through what could have been a stressful time, he is an exceptional tutor.”
GMAT client“Guess what – he got into Eton! We could not be happier or prouder, and we are just so grateful to you for everything you did to make this possible.”
UK parent (and celebrity)“When I started this journey, I never would have thought that 700 on SAT Verbal was possible. But I got it! Thank you so much for all of your work to help me get there.”
SAT StudentStart the conversation
Every student is different. Initial conversations are designed to understand the student’s goals, strengths, challenges, and learning style before building an appropriate coaching plan.