I focus on building a deep understanding of core concepts before moving on to more complex applications. My teaching is interactive and student-led—I ask guiding questions to encourage critical thinking rather than simply providing answers. I also use real-world examples and visual aids to make abstract ideas more accessible and engaging. For Maths, I prioritise methodical problem-solving strategies and breaking down questions into manageable steps. In Science, I emphasise understanding over memorisation, helping students grasp how ideas connect across topics and apply to practical scenarios, since aa good student is different from a great student in the way in which they can apply understood concepts to help answer difficult questions. I also acknowledge the importance of past paper questions and practice to a student's performance, but I will first attempt to asceertain they have the relevant understanding before proceeding, since this is arguably more important.
Each lesson is tailored to the individual student’s learning style and pace. I regularly assess progress through short quizzes, past paper questions, and spaced repetition to ensure knowledge is retained in the long-term. My lessons are usually 60 minutes long, though if there are any special requests for longer or shorter lessons based on a student's situation, I would be happy to do these lessons.
My lessons are usually for children in Year 5 to prepare for the 11+ examination, and in Year 9, 10 and 11 to prepare for the GCSEs. However, I would be happy to take lessons for children in early secondary school as well. For the 11+ examination, I am able to tutor for all the boards and relevant subjects (Maths, English, Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning). For the GCSE, though I am more familiar with Edexcel Maths, and AQA Sciences, I will still be able to provide lessons for other exam boards for these subjects.
I charge £15 for all students, and take lessons online. |
