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Personal Message

I am an experienced, successful classroom teacher who is currently working part time in a small London school.

I love all aspects of Science and find it very rewarding to pass on my enthusiasm and knowledge, whilst trying to help my pupils enjoy their own learning in this subject.

I specialise in tutoring pupils that lack confidence in Science, helping them really understand the curriculum and how it all fits together, whilst improving exam techniques to help prepare for their exams.

As an experienced tutor, I assess pupils' abilities, potential and problems at an initial session and then set achieveable goals accordingly, working closely with my student and their family.

This approach always results in significant improvement in the understaning and grades achieved by my pupils.

Interview

Which subject(s) do you teach?
KS1 and KS2 Science
KS3 Science and preparation for 11+ and 13+ Common Entrance
All three Sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics ) to GCSE (also Single and Double Awards and IGCSEs)
Biology A Level
I specialise in tutoring pupils that lack confidence in Science, helping them really understand the curriculum and how it all fits together, whilst improving techniques to help prepare for their exams.

Tell me about your qualifications.
BSC Biology (Hons) from Kings College, London
PGCE in Secondary Science from Kingston University, London

What kind of experience do you have?
I am an experienced, successful classroom teacher who is currently working part time in a small London school.
I have nearly 20 years experience teaching pupils of all ages and differing abilities, in both secondary and primary schools. During my teaching career, I have held both Head of Year and Head of Department posts.
As an experienced tutor, I assess pupils' abilities, potential and problems at an initial session and then set achieveable goals accordingly, working closely with my student and their family.
I also have experience in coaching PGCE Science students (both in schools and as a tutor) helping with subject knowledge, planning, assessment and classroom skills.
I am fully IT literate and also have considerable experience teaching Special Needs pupils and those with English as a foreign language.

How much do you charge?
I offer a free initial consultation (45 minutes) to see if I am the right tutor, where I assess what is needed by the student
I charge between £20 and £35 depending on the level to be taught (please see levels in Subjects list)
I do not charge travelling expenses
Weekend lessons can be booked but will have an extra charge of £3.00 an hour if not local (Ealing)

Where do you teach?
I travel to students' homes in Ealing, Acton, Richmond, Twickenham, Shepherd's Bush, Kensington and Chelsea and Central London.

When are you available?
Mornings,afternoons and evenings Monday to Wednesday.
Friday evening and weekend lessons can be booked but not on a permanent basis.

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I teach pupils of all ages, covering KS1, KS2 and KS3 Science, specialising in preparing pupils for entry to independent and selective schools via 11+ and 13+ Common Entrance exams
I offer tuition in all 3 Sciences to GCSE and Biology A level
I also enjoy tutoring adult learners

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes.

Tell me about some of your current students.
I have tutored pupils that have attained places at Wellington, Eton, St.Paul's, Francis Holland, Westminster and other public schools, as well as universities in both Britain and abroad.

Do you have a personal message for students?
I love all aspects of Science and find it very rewarding to pass on my enthusiasm and knowledge, whilst trying to help my pupils enjoy their own learning in this subject.
I am friendly and relaxed in my approach to teaching, injecting some fun into lessons with different techniques to work on both strengths and weaknesses, whilst always maintaining high levels of learning. This boosts confidence so that students start to feel comfortable with the subject I love!