Suited Tutor Named Finalist in 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards
Suited Tutor, an award-winning UK edtech platform, has proudly been named a finalist in the prestigious 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, shortlisted in the Tech Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 category for the South East tech entrepreneurs 2025 region. This honour, sponsored by de Novo Solutions, recognises the most innovative and impactful businesses that are shaping the UK’s digital and technological future.
Known as the "Grammys of Entrepreneurship," the Great British Entrepreneur Awards finalist list celebrates the UK’s most dynamic and pioneering business leaders and inspiring success stories. With over 800 entrepreneurs shortlisted for 2025, this year’s cohort represents the resilience, ingenuity, and growth that defines the British entrepreneurial spirit.
Driving Change in Education Technology
Founded by Dimitris Proko, Suited Tutor has rapidly become a transformative force in the online and in-person tutoring platform UK market. The company connects learners with highly qualified, vetted tutors, who have graduated from Red Brick universities in the UK or prestigious universities across the globe, and provides tailored academic support for students of all ages and levels - from primary education to university, both within the UK and internationally.
The platform's mission is encapsulated in its slogan: "Engage. Inspire. Achieve! 🎓". Through a combination of one-to-one, group, online, and in-person sessions, Suited Tutor education empowers students to unlock their full potential. The company’s impact is visible in the testimonials of parents, students, and educators who recognise the power of personalised learning.
"We’re absolutely thrilled to be named a finalist," said Dimitris Proko. "It’s an incredible honour to be recognised alongside some of the UK’s most exciting and ambitious businesses. This recognition is a huge testament to the hard work of our team and our mission to make high-quality education more accessible, inclusive, and empowering."
Why This Matters for the Education Sector
Being shortlisted as a UK tutoring business finalist 2025 in the Tech Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 category not only validates Suited Tutor’s efforts in providing innovative tutoring solutions UK, but also shines a spotlight on the crucial role edtech plays in making learning more inclusive and future-ready.
Here are a few ways Suited Tutor is leading innovation and seamless navigation in the UK educational space:
AI in education UK: Using artificial intelligence and data analytics to personalise learning journeys.
Multilingual and cross-border learning: Providing access to tutors who teach in multiple languages, ideal for international and bilingual learners.
Data privacy and compliance: Ensuring full adherence to GDPR and Google Consent Mode v2, in collaboration with compliance technology partners
Curriculum adaptability: Offering scalable academic support tailored to various regional and international education systems.
These innovations address current challenges and opportunities in education, especially with the growing demand for digital learning post-pandemic.
Spotlight on UK Innovation and Economic Growth
Suited Tutor joins a distinguished group of businesses recognised by the GBEA. This year’s finalists collectively:
Employ over hundred of people across the UK
Expect to create more than 1,000 new jobs in the next 12 months
Represent an average business age of six years, demonstrating sustainability and longevity, and equipped with an ethical moral compass, to provide 100% satisfaction guaranteed
These figures reflect not just business success, but also the social and economic contribution of entrepreneurship in the UK.
A Testament to the Team and the Community
This milestone highlights the collaborative efforts of Suited Tutor’s tutors, students, families, and academic partners. The platform is more than just a tutoring service; it’s a community-driven ecosystem of learners and educators committed to excellence.
Suited Tutor is frequently featured across UK radio, podcasts, and educational events, cementing its position as a leader in academic support and a pioneer in edtech startup awards. The nomination by the Great British Entrepreneur Awards further confirms its place in the national conversation on education reform, access, and excellence.
Past GBEA winners include prominent names such as BrewDog, ClearScore, Grenade, and Zilch. Suited Tutor is proud to follow in their footsteps, with a vision that combines innovation with a social mission.
Edtech's Role in a Changing World
The global shift to digital has permanently changed the education landscape. Hybrid learning environments, remote academic support, and on-demand tutoring are no longer luxuries but necessities. In this climate, Suited Tutor continues to stand out by offering:
Scalable tutoring solutions for individuals and institutions
Custom tutor matching algorithms to ensure the right fit for each learner
Flexible learning formats: remote, in-person, scheduled, and on-demand
Specialist academic support for everything from SATs and GCSEs, A-Levels , UCAS preparation and SEN (Special Educational Needs).
These features contribute to the growing trust that students and families place in Suited Tutor to guide them through their academic journeys.
The Big Night Ahead
Winners of the 2025 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards will be announced during a prestigious ceremony on Monday, November 17th, 2025, at London’s iconic Grosvenor House. The gala will host over 1,500 entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders, celebrating the UK’s most inspiring entrepreneurial journeys.
Supported by esteemed partners like Allica Bank, UBS Wealth Management, ADHD 360, EliteBusinessLive, and ScoreApp, the event is a celebration of resilience, vision, and impact.
Looking Forward: Scaling Impact Through Innovation
This recognition marks not the end, but a new beginning for Suited Tutor. With ambitious plans to expand its services, deepen its use of educational technology, and form new partnerships, the company is set to reach even more learners across the UK and beyond.
By combining the best of UK edtech platform innovations with a deep understanding of academic needs, Suited Tutor remains committed to its mission: making high-quality education accessible to all.
By continuing to innovate and collaborate, Suited Tutor looks forward to growing its impact and helping even more students engage, inspire, and achieve.
Get Involved
To learn more about Suited Tutor and its pioneering approach to education, visit: https://suitedtutor.com
Explore the full list of Great British Entrepreneur Awards finalist entries for 2025 here.
