Meet Some of Our Secondary, GCSE and A Level Tutors

After graduating with a degree in Bio-Medical Engineering, I decided to qualify as a maths teacher. I am currently employed as a Maths Intervention Tutor at a well-established college in Nottinghamshire.
 

As an intervention tutor, my key role is to identify the needs of my learners and plan sessions using a combination of innovative and traditional approaches to enable them to reach their potential. I also find that my friendly, patient and calm character assist me in enabling my students to overcome barriers. 

Outside of the classroom, I am an avid baker who uses creativity to give a twist to classic recipes!

I have been a Maths teacher and private contractor supporting schools in the teaching of the new GCSE, A-level and Further Maths material. I am now studying for my PhD in an effort to further my goal of helping students understand the specialist content in Further Maths. 

I love teaching mathematics to students as it allows me to impart my knowledge. Importantly, 1-1 tutoring allows me to tailor my approach and methods to suit the need individuals. Seeing a student succeed gives me a great sense of accomplishment. 

When not teaching, I can often be found walking around the beautiful countryside or in the gym, training towards my goal of dead-lifting 200kg.

I have been teaching Maths in local secondary schools for over 15 years and I also have recent experience working at a local further education college delivering maths to students who needed to re-sit their GCSE.

Alongside this, I have tutored a number of students at KS2, KS3 and GCSE level. 

I enjoy working one-to-one with students and seeing their confidence grow as I can spend time going over topics in different ways, which they do not always have time to do in a classroom. I have been praised for my calm, adaptable approach which allows my students to feel comfortable asking questions they may not otherwise feel confident in doing. 

In my spare time, I enjoy running, walking in the Peak District with my family and finding inventive ways to use all the produce from our allotment! 

I have taught in both the UK and Spain over the past five years and I believe that a personalised approach to learning is key to inspire your child to succeed. Wherever possible, I always make sure that the content of my lessons is related to the interests of the learner that I am working with.

As a previous Maths coordinator, I am passionate about the subject and currently work with a number of GCSE and Functional Skills students. Moreover, my First Class Science degree leaves me well placed to teach GCSE Biology and Physical Education. I can also teach Biology up to A Level. I would be happy to work with your child online or at your home to help them to become a happy and confident learner.

I am a fitness fanatic; I enjoy coaching athletics and playing tennis with my son. I love spending time with my young daughter too - we are frequently visiting the park and library throughout the week.

As a qualified teacher of Maths, I have worked in both secondary and primary schools from Cornwall to London. I have experience in tutoring maths in both groups and 1-1 sessions and specialise in KS3 and GCSE Maths. 

I am a very easy going individual, who ensures that each session is tailored to a student’s individual need. This I believe is essential for them to progress in a way that is both suitable to them and will maximises progress. Having supported many students through critical exam years, I have been lucky enough to have shared many rewarding experiences on results day. 

Outside of tutoring, I am a passionate surfer and swimmer who enjoys everything to do with water. I also have experience in Corporate Finance which can always add a bit of flavour to standard Maths.

I have been a Maths teacher in a secondary school in London, teaching a wide range of classes and across KS3 and GCSE. I have taught classes with challenging behaviour and learnt how to navigate that calmly and bring the best out of any individual. This is why I love tutoring, as working with students one-to-one allows me to do this effectively with fantastic results. I also have experience teaching English to adults and children in Peru.

I love teaching Maths because I love being able to raise a child's confidence and resilience through their progress. I believe anybody can be successful at Maths with a bit of hard-work and self-belief and I have the necessary people skills and passion to be able to help them achieve success and transfer those skills outside of their studies too.

Outside of teaching Maths, I am a lover of gelato, psychology, philosophy, asking too many questions, and being out in nature. 

After graduating from the University of Liverpool in 2017 with a degree in Anatomy and Human Biology, I completed my PGCE at the University of Nottingham, specialising in Science Education.  

I hold full qualified teacher status and since my studies, I have held science teaching positions in schools across Nottinghamshire. I have experience teaching science at KS3 and GCSE level and Biology A Level, as well as Maths tutoring at KS3 and GCSE. 

I am currently completing a Masters in Public Policy at the University of Nottingham, where I have a keen focus in Education Policy. 

I am very passionate about building students’ development in a calm, supportive environment, where they are able to develop their confidence and academic ability. 

Outside of the world of education, I value spending time with my family and friends.  

I enjoy helping people and making a worthwhile contribution to their education, employment prospects and quality of life.

I have considerable experience of teaching pupils on a 1-1 basis, and in small groups, to improve their maths. skills and their GCSE grade.  This has included planning programmes for learners of all ages and of many different abilities.

My main, current work, involves working with pupils at KS2, 3 and 4.  If 1-to-1, this allows for very focused work and it allows me to become familiar with each pupil's needs and to closely monitor and track their progress. It is also interesting to work with different personalities.

My teaching has developed my communication skills in both written and verbal forms. I adapt my approach to a diverse range of learners both on a 1-to-1 basis and in group situations. I use effective questioning techniques to prompt learning and also to test understanding.

My qualification in Assessing the Standards of Teaching & Learning Through Observation (University of Hull) has provided me with additional insights into what makes for good teaching.

I am well organised, self-motivated and able to work on my own initiative to get the job done. Equally, my ICT skills are well developed and I am confident in the use of several on-line teaching platforms and also with Office-type programs.

I am an empathic, caring and relaxed individual with a good sense of humour who is confident personally and professionally. I have twenty years of  experience teaching English and literacy skills as well as educational management experience in further education with learners from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. 

I have taught English from entry through to level 4 and have experience teaching young, older and adult learners. My approach to teaching is learner centred which means I work closely with individual learners to identify their specific needs to be successful. Furthermore, I am also qualified to assess and teach learners with dyslexia. Also, I have experience teaching English as a second language and History. 

I am currently an English secondary school teacher with 16 years experience of teaching both Language and Literature to 11 to 18 year olds. 

I have taught a range of abilities so far in my teaching career with some students going on to be English teachers themselves. I am experienced in teaching students with SEN backgrounds and EHCPs. I enjoy giving one to one support as well as whole class teaching and I am insightful into the needs of individual students in order to help them achieve their full potential in English. 

I love my subject and particularly enjoy one to one tuition which allows students to flourish. 

I am a qualified English teacher and have recently moved to Nottingham with my husband and young son.  After graduating from the University of Cambridge with a degree in English, I trained as a secondary school teacher and have experience of teaching young people from Year 7 to sixth form, including preparation for GCSE and A-level.  I particularly enjoy working with students individually to help them use their unique abilities to unlock their potential and achieve their goals. 

Alongside my teaching career, I have worked in educational development and fundraising, which has given me an insight into how English is used beyond the classroom, for instance in marketing campaigns and web-based communications.  I am an avid reader of both fiction and non-fiction and love to discover new literature through teaching.  My other interests include running, cooking and exploring the countryside with my family.

I became a teacher to make a difference by providing the best educational experience. This motivation has led to a successful 17 years of teaching. As a senior leader which required flexibility, I have gained extensive experience in the Humanities, Social Sciences and English. I am a passionate Historian and have taught History at Key stage 3, GCSE and A-level, English Language and English Literature at Key Stage 2-3 and GCSE, Politics at A-level and Sociology and R.E.at GCSE. Using my previous business and finance background, I have taught Business Studies and Finance at GCSE and A-level.

Building upon prior knowledge and the needs of individual students, I develop their knowledge, skills and understanding and how to apply this. I use a range of teaching methods to engage and challenge my students. I believe in building strong professional relationships with my students building their confidence to master the subject. 

I have a very active family life with two teenage boys. 

I am here to support students from KS3 all the way to KS5 (Year 7 to Year 13) in their English Language and English Literature studies. I am a qualified teacher of English. I also have a degree in sociology/psychology.  

I have worked as an examiner at GCSE and have a strong understanding of what markers look for in exam answers. I provide practical learning strategies adapted to you and I deliver them with pride and authenticity. I am told that I am a calming presence in the learning environment, and I am very clear on what is required to be successful. 

English is all about communication and culture. Teachers are here to help your child build a solid foundation of effective communication. Teachers are here to talk about how culture has influenced the way we communicate. There is so much to talk, read and write about! 

I have experience in teaching all secondary year groups. I also believe that I can relate to students, and can use this to create tuition that is tailored to an individual’s interests and needs to make lessons more engaging. 

I love reading and like to promote that in my students by finding books that are suited to them based on their personal interests, which can often differ from those available in school. 

Outside of teaching, I love spending time with my dogs, cooking and going to the gym!

I have been teaching English for over ten years, including classroom teaching and tutoring one to one. I am enthusiastic about English as a subject and have strong knowledge of the curriculum, both at KS3 and KS4. If you are looking for GCSE preparation, or perhaps you would like some skills building at KS3, then I can create a programme of learning for you or your child. 

In the initial tutoring session, I assess current knowledge and skills and then build on this, pinpointing areas of need as the sessions progress. I am confident and experienced in delivering GCSE and Functional Skills English qualifications, both with AQA and Edexcel exam boards. I am a patient, kind, and friendly teacher who is passionate about supporting the progress of learners. When I'm not teaching, 

I enjoy swimming, going to the theatre, reading, and learning British Sign Language. 

As a qualified teacher of English, I have taught both GCSE Language and Literature in North Yorkshire as well as Nottinghamshire. I am currently completing my Masters in Education, focusing on how we can adapt the English curriculum to the needs of different contexts in the UK. I worked as a private tutor in Nottingham and taught English in an infants school in India prior to becoming a qualified teacher. 

I am deeply passionate about using the subject of English to enable my students to develop their own voices, whilst providing them with the tools to analyse the voices in our cultural landscape. 

If I'm not teaching, I am probably either bouldering, reading, hiking or cooking.

Hi, my name is Ellis and I am a passionate, motivational, qualified English teacher who loves helping students gain confidence and skills to fulfil their academic and life goals. I grew up in Nottingham and gained my English degree from the University of Birmingham in 2017 & my Post Graduate Certificate of Education from Nottingham Trent in 2019. I have been tutoring for 5 years, as well as teaching within schools in the local area -  and I am 100% dedicated to helping my students grow. 

My strengths as a tutor have always been building confidence within my students, being patient and listening to their needs, making our sessions together as creative and interactive as possible (to keep my tutees interested) and finally aiding students to see the potential they have within themselves. I always like to bring a smile to my sessions and have a positive outlook on life, which I believe makes a huge difference to students' mindset and achievement.

I am a strong practitioner who enjoys teaching English Language and Literature across Key Stages 3 and 4, including a number of GCSE groups. During my career so far, I have been responsible for some elements of primary transition and developing the quality of teaching and the curriculum within the English department. I also have four years experience as Head of KS3 English.

I really enjoy being a teacher and find it very rewarding. I enjoy promoting reading to students as this is a crucial skill for success in my subject. 

I have over 15 years of experience teaching English Literature and Language, working particularly with students at key stage 2, 3 and GCSE level. My expertise in English Literature and Language draws on my experience as a Head of English, a Lead practitioner and as an examiner. I have worked with many different exam boards with the main ones being AQA, OCR and Cambridge iGCSE. 

I have worked in several Secondary Schools in the West Midlands and a few years ago I moved to Nottingham with my family. I am a friendly, patient and calm professional with a positive and encouraging approach in supporting students to achieve their best. I always aim to create an environment in which students feel motivated, inspired and in control of their own learning. 

I tailor my lessons using teaching strategies which best suit my students and passionately believe that all students succeed if offered the correct support. The feedback received from both students and parents alike has always been positive. 

Outside of teaching I love travelling, cooking and keeping fit. 

I am a passionate and friendly German and French tutor and tailor my lessons to my students' needs.  I started teaching languages in 2010 and over the last 10+ years, I have taught students from the ages of 8-70 online, in secondary schools, in colleges and privately.   

I have helped thousands of students to improve their confidence, develop a love of languages and improve their grades. My specialisms in German are:  KS2, KS3, GCSE, A-Level and Pre-University level. I also specialise in German for adult conversation  My specialisms in French are:  KS2, KS3 and GCSE. I also specialise in teaching adult French conversation for beginners.

Outside of teaching, I spend my time travelling, watching films, boxing and playing the piano.

I have been teaching for almost 7 years now. I started doing bits of tuition when I was at university. Immediately after graduting at Nottingham Trent with a BA HONS in French and Spanish, I taught English at l'Université de Franche Comté in France. I then came back to the UK and worked in exports and then decided to become a Secondary School teacher. For the past 3 years, I have been teaching French and Spanish across schools in Derby.  In my teaching career so far, I have taught primary school students, secondary students, university students and adults.

I enjoy teaching because I love to help others and pass on my love for language learning. I understand that language learning can be difficult as I have been through it myself! I am extremely approachable and as a result, form great relationships with students. 

Outside of work, I like to read, write, explore new places, play football and sing.  

I am French and I have been in the UK for over 15 years. I teach French at all levels from children to adults. I have lots of experience teaching French from scratch, but also to learners who struggled to learn French in school or with other tutors. 

I love my language and I love teaching so I spend a lot of time developing homemade games and lessons. With my methods, the learners start speaking French quickly and the lessons seem effortless and fun. 

I am a keen comedy improviser and every week I co-run an improvising jam. We make up stories on the spot, on stage in front of everybody and I use these skills to teach French. I like to make my students feel free to speak and to explore the language.

My name is Manuela and I am a native teacher of Spanish language and literature by the University of Córdoba (Spain) where I obtained my teaching qualification (BA in Spanish Studies).

I offer Spanish lessons on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. With 14 years of experience as a private tutor, I will strive to ensure that you gain a better understanding and a deeper appreciation of the Spanish language.

I have also worked as a Spanish lecturer and as a freelance interpreter and translator. I consider myself to be a reliable, confident and committed teacher with plenty of patience and empathy. I hold QTS and also have a valid DBS

I teach language lessons to students aged 11 and up. I provide extra support for those studying towards a teaching qualification such as GCSE or A level.

My approach involves structured learning and I prepare lessons that are tailored according to each student’s purpose and skills. All material will be provided and I make the lessons dynamic and interactive so you are always interested in learning more. Homework assignments will be given every week and I will monitor and review your progress. As everyone has unique needs and a certain pace, I will adapt my lessons accordingly.

I teach Spanish, oral expression and comprehension, Spanish vocabulary and written comprehension, Spanish for GCSE, A level, adult education, A1, A2, B1, B2 (beginner, intermediate and upper intermediate).

I am a recent graduate of Spanish and Italian from the University of Manchester and I have been tutoring in these languages since November 2019. I have a passion for languages and language-learning, which I always love to share. I have taught students aged 16-70 either 1-1 lessons or pairs. I have also obtained a CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).    

I love tutoring languages because I love seeing the progression of my students and helping them build confidence in their language abilities. I always try to keep my lessons fun and varied, and I use lots of activity ideas and resources including many listenings, readings, videos, songs, and speaking games. Due to being a language learner myself, I feel that I can relate to students studying languages.     

I spend a huge amount of my free time learning new languages (including French, German, and Mandarin). As well as this, I host and attend language exchange events in town. I also enjoy playing tennis, table tennis, and board games.

I achieved a 2:1 in Modern Languages with Management BA from the University of Leicester and I am a qualified English as a Second language teacher. 

Spanish is my native language and I have also studied it as a foreign language at University, A level and GCSE, giving me an in depth understanding of the language at a communicative and a grammatical level. 

Being able to speak Spanish, Catalan, and English at a native level as well as Italian to a B2 level has allowed me to gain an in depth understanding of what is required to succeed when learning a foreign language and achieve a high grade in the exams.

My experience learning foreign languages has allowed me to develop great communicative and interpersonal skills that I transfer into my teaching in order to build rapport with the students and engage them in the learning process while encouraging them to further develop their passion for the language. 

Through my experience teaching English as a foreign language, I have learnt the importance of planning personalised lessons according to the students’ needs and interests in order to help them achieve their goals.

I am a dedicated, enthusiastic and committed tutor ready to help make a difference to students' lives. I have recently graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a First Class Honours degree in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese BA (Hons). As a polyglot, I am aware of many grammatical and syntactical difficulties that different students face as well as misconceptions and false friends. Having been in contact with different varieties of Spanish, I am very open-minded and knowledgeable about different registers, accents, and vocabularies. 

Having spent my Year Abroad in Valencia studying at la Universitat de València, I have a greater understanding of Valencian gastronomy, history, culture, people and lifestyle. Furthermore, being in constant contact with Spaniards and Latinos helped me to be accustomed to different accents and develop my fluency and confidence. 

I am ready to help unlock your potential and help you to reach your goals, using a wide range of methods and materials to suit all learning styles, and above all, to boost your confidence. 

Hola, me llamo David. My name is David. I am from the northern region of Rioja, in Spain, where I qualified as a teacher.

I have been living in Nottingham for over 15 years. I dedicated the last few years to make my passion for teaching Spanish my job. I teach children in nurseries and primary schools, secondary students doing GCSE and I also teach adults to speak Spanish from beginner level.

When I´m not teaching, like a normal father after work, I spend that precious time with my two children.

My name is Lily and I teach French in a Nottinghamshire secondary school. I grew up in the Alsace region of France. After completing a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Strasbourg. I moved to Nottingham as an exchange student. The year after, I worked as a French language teaching assistant in London, preparing GCSE students for their speaking exams. I also obtained a master's degree in American Studies. In 2019, I spent a year teaching French at university in the USA.

I came back to Nottingham, obtained my PGCE in modern languages and here I am!

As you can probably tell, I love teaching and travelling. One of my greatest strengths is that I enrich my learners' experience thanks to authentic content. I currently teach students at KS3 but I have experience teaching at primary school level, KS4 and KS5. If you are looking for a tutor that will make you want to learn, you stopped on the right profile!

 I am a passionate and enthusiastic Newly Qualified Teacher of Geography working at a large 11-18 secondary academy in Derbyshire. Prior to completing my PGCE, in which I gained QTS with Distinction, I graduated from the University of Nottingham with a First Class Honours degree in BSc Geography.

I believe a good geography education is empowering and I strive to ensure that my students develop the skills necessary to become independent, life-long learners and responsible global citizens. I am committed to ensuring full inclusion and equality and provide a supportive learning environment in which I tailor my teaching style to help my students thrive as individuals.

Outside of school, I am kept busy by my extremely energetic sprocker puppy, Bonnie, and enjoy long walks in the Peak District. I am also an avid Bake Off watcher and will find any excuse to do some weekend baking! 

I have been a History teacher for 4 years, teaching both GCSE and A-level (teaching AQA, OCR and Edexcel specifications), whilst I am also a Head of Year. I teach (and most importantly enjoy!) a variety of History topics from the Cold War to the Witch Hunts of the 16th Century. I regularly go on exam board training to ensure my knowledge and skills are up to date. 

I am happy to tutor for a specific course or to help students explore a topic beyond the textbook. I find helping students to enjoy History and being able to explore and discuss it in greater depth one of the most rewarding parts of my work. As a head of Year, the pastoral side of student development is as important as the academic development of students. 

Outside of school, I enjoy playing cricket, going to the gym and reading.

I have over 16 years of experience teaching health related courses - Psychology and Sociology at GCSE and A-level. I have developed teaching materials for the BBC and have worked as an examiner and assessor for the exam boards so I have a secure understanding of what they are looking for in your answers.

I get a real buzz out of teaching my subjects and my approach has always been to develop confidence in my students and for you to do the best you can. I am on your side! 

Outside of teaching, I love travelling, going to concerts, watching basketball and the Mighty Nottingham Forest!

I became a teacher to make a difference by providing the best educational experience. This motivation has led to a successful 17 years of teaching. As a senior leader which required flexibility, I have gained extensive experience in the Humanities, Social Sciences and English. I am a passionate Historian and have taught History at Key stage 3, GCSE and A-level, English Language and English Literature at Key Stage 2-3 and GCSE, Politics at A-level and Sociology and R.E.at GCSE. Using my previous business and finance background, I have taught Business Studies and Finance at GCSE and A-level.

Building upon prior knowledge and the needs of individual students, I develop their knowledge, skills and understanding and how to apply this. I use a range of teaching methods to engage and challenge my students. I believe in building strong professional relationships with my students building their confidence to master the subject. 

I have a very active family life with two teenage boys. 

I have been teaching Religious Studies for over 20 years, including GCSE and A Level. Most recently I have taught Christianity and Islam for the GCSE papers, but I have experience of teaching all the different faiths to GCSE level. I have taught all 3 Modules of the new A Level  – Philosophy, Ethics, specialising in the Developments of Christian Thought module. I have also worked as an Examiner at GCSE and A Level and have been involved in the development of both exam papers and markschemes, so I have a really good understanding of what is required in exam answers to gain the highest grades.

I have taught students of all abilities, including those with SEN and EAL and have had the pleasure of seeing students go on to study Religious Studies and Theology at University. I have a passion for my subject and the opportunity it gives students to think more deeply about Philosophical and Ethical questions. It is pleasure to see students grappling with complex ideas as their confidence and understanding develops.

Outside of teaching, I love to travel, both in the UK and overseas. I also enjoy cooking, reading, walking and going to the gym.

I have been teaching Psychology, Sociology and Health and Social Care for the past five years at both GCSE and A level and BTEC levels 1 through to 3. 

I am very passionate about the subjects I teach and aim that every student gains not just a better understanding of the topic but the confidence to further explore that subject. One-to-one guidance and support can give the student a greater depth of knowledge and the more confident ability to tackle exams and coursework with clarity of knowledge. 

I am happy to cover all syllabuses although i have mainly taught AQA and OCR and will cover all core topics and exam techniques. I am happy to target specific areas of knowledge as well as focus on exam questions and evaluation of topics. I have worked with students with additional learning needs and with SMSEH and behavioural needs also.  

I am a head of department at an outstanding school and have approximately 20 years teaching experience of Psychology and Sociology. I have also around 18 years of examining experience so I have a very good understanding of the skills that are needed to be successful at A level and GCSE!

I am friendly and approachable and like to think I go the extra mile for my students! I often provide help outside of scheduled sessions without charging additional fees.

The new linear examinations are proving to be quite challenging for a number of students, and centres, but my students consistently achieve high grades so I know I am preparing them well! 

I would like to think that I have a student centred approach to tutoring and like to work hard for my students. I like to create individual study plans which are made to suit each student in order to support the students that I tutor, and I set regular homework to assess progress. 

Hi, I’m Heather and I’ve been teaching since 1997. I worked in an inner city school for 17 years before moving online in 2013. I enjoy teaching and I specialise in preparing students for examinations.  I am an examiner for five UK exam boards. I mark and moderate GCSE, AS, BTEC, and iGCSE in Geography & Travel and Tourism, and I am involved with setting GCSE and/or A-Level papers for Geography, Citizenship and Environmental Technology.  I love foreign travel and have visited Antarctica (amongst other destinations). I am looking forward to using my experience to help you improve your grade!