Exam Mastery International

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the EMI Mark-Scheme Masterclass programme. If your question is not answered here, WhatsApp us on +44 7454 408219.

The Programme

What is a Mark-Scheme Masterclass?
A 60-minute live session led by a current or former Cambridge CAIE, Edexcel, or AQA examiner — the person who has marked your child's paper. The Masterclass is structured around the official mark scheme for your board and subject, teaching Candidates exactly what the examiner rewards and what costs marks. It is not a tutoring session. It is examiner-level calibration.
Who leads the Masterclasses?
All EMI Masterclasses are led by current or former examiners for the specific board and subject your child is sitting. Not tutors, not curriculum-aligned teachers — examiners. Every facilitator holds Enhanced DBS clearance and has been vetted by our Academic Director before delivering a single Masterclass.
How many Candidates are in a Masterclass?
Cohorts are capped at 15 Candidates. This cap is enforced without exception — we will never place a 16th Candidate into an existing cohort. If demand exceeds capacity, we open a new cohort. Fifteen Candidates generate fifteen simultaneous approaches to the same problem, each calibrated by the examiner in real time.
Which boards and subjects does EMI cover?
Cambridge CAIE, Edexcel, and AQA across Mathematics, Further Mathematics, and Physics at IGCSE, GCSE, AS-Level, and A-Level. Each Masterclass is board-specific — Cambridge Candidates are never in the same cohort as Edexcel Candidates.
When do Masterclasses run?
Evenings and weekends, outside school hours. Two Masterclasses per week per subject. GCC timezone compatible (GST/AST). No timetable disruption.

Pricing & Enrolment

What does it cost?
AED 1,600/month (IGCSE/GCSE single subject) or AED 2,000/month (A-Level/AS-Level single subject). Dual subject: AED 2,900/month (IGCSE/GCSE) or AED 3,600/month (A-Level). AED is the billing currency. GBP equivalents are shown for reference. See the pricing page for full details.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. One complete 60-minute Mark-Scheme Masterclass — no card required, no commitment. WhatsApp us on +44 7454 408219 to claim it. The recording is sent to you after regardless of whether you continue.
Can I cancel?
Monthly plans cancel at any time. One WhatsApp message is sufficient. No fees, no forms, no retention calls. See the Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Is there a refund?
Yes. A 7-day full refund applies from the date of your first paid Masterclass. If it is not right for your child, contact us within 7 days and we will refund in full — no questions asked.

Recordings & Access

Are Masterclasses recorded?
Every Masterclass is recorded in full and made available to enrolled Candidates immediately after it ends. There is no expiry date. Candidates can return to recordings the night before the October examination.
What happens if my child misses a Masterclass?
The full recording is available immediately after the Masterclass ends. Your child can watch it at any time. The recording includes the full examiner walkthrough, so missing the live session is not the same as missing the content.

Safeguarding

Are facilitators DBS cleared?
Yes. Every EMI Examiner-Led Facilitator holds Enhanced DBS clearance before any Candidate contact. No exceptions. Documentation is available to partner schools on request.
Who is the Designated Safeguarding Lead?
EMI has a named Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) available throughout every engagement. Contact details are provided to partner schools before the first Masterclass. All concerns are acted on within 24 hours.
Where can I read the safeguarding policies?

Schools

What is the school trial?
Schools receive three free Mark-Scheme Masterclasses for a nominated Candidate cohort — no cost, no commitment, no administrative burden. We deliver the Masterclasses, you see the results, and any further conversation happens from a position of demonstrated value. Contact us via WhatsApp to arrange.
Is there a revenue share for school partners?
Yes — after a successful trial, school partners receive a monthly revenue share on every Candidate from their school who enrols with EMI. No cost to the school. The commercial conversation happens after the trial, not before.

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