It is clear that the teaching by schools and the SBU is different for a number of reasons. Both approaches are fine because their aims and audience are different and there is no intention to denigrate either of them.
The SBU has a highly structured approach that is designed to teach people to play bridge over a series of lessons that run over a few years. People sign up for the lessons and this demonstrates a level of commitment, so it is not necessary to sell the game to them.
Schools aim to get pupils playing cards very quickly, as their audience is less committed initially and it gets people involved. There is less formality and the sessions are short.
When working with pupils who are keen to improve, I want to build on the enthusiasm generated by school and bring some structure to your bidding in slightly less than the three years taken by the SBU. In fact I hope to do this in three months or less. It will not turn you into superstars immediately, but hopefully you will get to the right contracts more often and be more competitive. I think this is possible as you know how to play the game, are bright, and keen to learn.
I am not looking to change your bidding system or methods, just ensure that there is better definition and you know what you are showing.
I plan to cover:
None of this will not help unless you have time to practise. Either in real life or online on BBO.