Across all of the different subjects I teach, I always notice the same thing: the main difficulty that learners encounter is getting overwhelmed by what they’re trying to learn. It could be that there seems to be simply too much material to cover; it could be that the concepts seem too difficult; it could be […]

Tutoring is about finding what works to support student achievement on an individual level. By getting to know my students in a one-on-one setting and employing a variety of pedagogical approaches to support their learning, we can develop specific skills and techniques to achieve short term goals as well as make school more enjoyable in […]

My teaching method takes seriously the merit of a slow and close reading, especially in a time when our environment has no shortage of ways with which to distract us. I find that focused attention, even on the most simple sentence, can yield a wealth of insight and help sharpen the minds of students. However, […]

As someone who appreciates both traditional and innovative pedagogical methods, I make a conscious effort to understand effective learning styles for my students that combine print and digital materials. Furthermore, as someone who develops games as a hobby, I am constantly discovering new and engaging ways for students to learn through gamification. I view standardised […]

Out of all of my years of tutoring students, there’s one thing I can say for sure – no two students are the same. Within the first few sessions with my pupil, I aim to quickly assess skill and confidence levels and individual learning styles and to plan future lessons accordingly. Above all, I will […]

My approach to tuition depends on your needs. I understand that some of you will be looking for tutoring to achieve a specific grade, and some of you will be looking for tutoring to support your overall understanding about a subject. Starting from our first session and throughout our sessions together, I will make sure […]

Developing a good rapport with my students is a must. Where there’s trust, success follows with more ease, simply because the student discovers the conviction to give it their best shot. Low confidence is an obstacle that so many experience when preparing for their exams. But I have often been astonished by just how much […]

In most cases, by the time private tuition is sought, a student has realized they may be behind in a subject.  This tends to cause feelings of anxiety, intimidation, and embarrassment.  These feelings can often become more of a barrier to learning a subject than the actual content.  My job as tutor is two-fold: to […]

From my diverse educational background, you can probably tell that I have had quite an experience with my academic and personal development. One unchanging theme, however, is my goal and achievement of academic excellence, and I’m here to share my secret. Whether you are struggling with a particular concept or vacillating between exam prep options, […]

My goal with every student is to demystify subjects and exams that may be commonly perceived as daunting. I customize my approach for each student so that they not only understand the material, but also have fun learning it.