Think every tutoring company is the same? Think again.
Our Mission
Coaching That Builds Minds, Not Dependence
At Harvard Coaching by Ina, our mission is to transform academic support into meaningful mentorship — helping students not just succeed, but discover who they are, what they care about, and how to think for themselves.
We don’t build lifelong tutoring clients. We build independent thinkers, confident learners, and future leaders.
Why We’re Different
We don’t just teach subjects — we teach students how to learn, think, and lead for life!
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We don’t just teach subjects — we teach students how to learn, think, and lead for life! •
The academic support
world is full of noise:
One-size-fits-all curriculums that ignore how students actually learn
Large platforms that treat families like numbers
Pressure-based environments that value performance over growth
A lack of meaningful support for neurodivergent students
Tutors who build dependence instead of independence
Personalized
Inclusive
Rooted in their passions and strengths
We Believe Students Thrive When Learning Is:
Our Approach
Our method is built around six core beliefs that shape every session, every plan, and every outcome we help create:
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True growth starts with trust. We believe every student deserves a mentor who sees their potential, challenges them strategically, and invests in their long-term success — not just their next assignment.
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No two students are the same — and neither are their paths to success. We craft every learning plan around the individual: their strengths, their goals, their passions, and how they think best.
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Students achieve more when they connect emotionally with what they're learning. We help students discover and harness their passions, turning internal motivation into lasting achievement.
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Story isn’t just for essays — it's how humans learn, remember, and lead. We teach students to apply storytelling techniques across academics, applications, and life — building deeper understanding, stronger essays, and sharper thinking.
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Beyond grades and test scores, our real goal is confidence. We help students build the belief that they are capable, strategic, and resilient — so they approach challenges with self-trust, not fear.
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The ultimate measure of success isn't how much a student needs us — it's how ready they are to move forward without us. Our students leave with the skills, strategies, and mindset to keep thriving long after coaching ends.
Ina Bhoopalam is a Harvard and Oxford-educated tutor, college consultant, and founder of Harvard Coaching.
With over five years of professional tutoring and academic coaching experience, Ina brings a rare blend of data-driven strategy, creative storytelling, and deep mentorship to every session. Trained in psychology, economics, and narrative craft, Ina helps students master academics while discovering how to think critically, lead confidently, and pursue their own passions. Ina believes that true success as an educator isn’t just measured in test scores — it’s about self-trust, resilience, and building a voice that lasts long after school ends.
The Heart Behind Harvard Coaching
Meet Ina
Our Coaches
Trained With Purpose. Selected With Care.
Every coach is personally selected and trained by Ina. Our team is chosen for academic mastery, emotional intelligence, mentorship ability, and alignment with our philosophy of independence-driven coaching.
You’ll always know exactly who your student is working with — and why.
I N A ’ S S P E C I A L T I E S : Test Prep (SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, HSPT), College Admissions, Private School Admissions, Executive Functioning, English, Writing, Economics, Psychology, Public Speaking, Math (through Calculus), French (through Level 3)
T E A M S P E C I A L T I E S: Wider academic subjects, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, and MCAT preparation