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I am an experienced tutor and have been working in Somerset for the last fifteen years. In the past I have tutored students who cannot access full-time education for different reasons (health, mobility, faith and behavioural, for example) and always try to tailor my tuition to the individual's needs.I have worked as an examiner for both A level (chemistry), GCSE (sciences) and SATS (maths) so this means I am able not only to tutor the subject but also improve examination technique. Mathematics and all three sciences can be covered at GCSE in any combination and I have gained a sound working knowledge...

I've taught students of all ages all over the world in some of the most prestigious British academies and British International schools. With over twelve years of classroom experience, I've supported students to make great progress in GCSEs, IGCSEs and A Levels so I understand exactly what those exams require. My approach is student-centred - whatever your goals and whatever your starting point, I will help you to get there by tailoring the lesson to suit your preferred learning style and your aims. If you're studying for exams at school, I'll help you get to grips with exactly what the exam requires...

Hello! I’m Wen, a native Mandarin speaker living in the UK for 9 years. I have over 845 hours of teaching experience on Tutorful since 2018, plus many years of tutoring in China.I have worked with students aged 5 to 40, teaching both children and adults. Whether you’re preparing for exams, learning for travel, improving pronunciation, or starting Mandarin as a child, I’ll design lessons that suit your level and goals.📚 For Teenagers & Adults • GCSE Mandarin – Exam-focused preparation for UK schools (listening, speaking, reading, writing) • HSK 1–6 – Structured courses for progressive learning with offi...

I have spent over 30 years teaching in secondary schools in various parts of the UK (in both the state and independent sectors) teaching both geography and geology to university entrance level. At my previous school our geology department was awarded the best school in the U.K. by the 'Good Schools Guide' for its 'A' Level results! As an educator my approach initiates student-centred learning involving debate and discussion, avoiding being merely a dispassionate purveyor of facts. As a teacher, I prefer not lecture but encourage guided self-discovery with any student. My approach is more ‘the g...

I have over 15 years teaching experience across EYFS, KS1, KS2 and KS3. I love teaching a wide array of subjects, both seperately and themed together through meaningful topics.I believe that we all learn best when having fun, feeling valued and supported with someone we trust. The experiences of my students come first and I strive to ensure all my sessions leave learners feeling happy, confident and having made progress. My sessions take a review, learn, extend and reflect approach, leaving lots of opportunities for consolidation and practising of both previous skills and new skills. I run my sessions...

I hold a Masters in Education, a PGCE, a Bachelor of Honours degree and a UEFA B coaching qualification. With over 10 years of teaching and coaching experience across the UK, USA and Qatar, I have worked within both the International Baccalaureate and the UK curriculum. This breadth of experience allows me to support students of all abilities, whether they need a confidence boost, tailored exam preparation, or extra challenge to push them further.My teaching style is humanistic and cognitive, with a focus on helping students rediscover their confidence and motivation. Lessons are zero pressure...

As a qualified and experienced teacher of both law and criminology, I would love to help you develop your subject knowledge andexam techniques, to maximise your exam grades, and to develop your confidence and enjoyment of the subject.I am a qualified teacher and former solicitor who started teaching full-time in 2014 at a college in South Devon. This is main stream education which includes students with EHCP and SEN needs. Since that time I have been tutoring regularly and examining both law and criminology for the main exam boards as well as the international law A level. I qualified as at teacher...

Qualified, dynamic and friendly native French speaker (availability last updated on 05/09/25).Hello, my name is Hélène.I am a French native speaker from Nantes on the west coast of France.I have now been living in England for 28 years. I qualified (Post Graduate Certificate in Education) to teach French as a foreign language here in England 14 years ago.After I taught French in primary schools (Year 3 to 6) and secondary schools (from Year 7 up to GCSE) here in Devon.In the last year and a half I have been focusing on tutoring French online to a pool of international pupils and students.I tailor m...

Rebuild Maths Confidence with Patient, Supportive TutoringDoes your child feel anxious or overwhelmed by maths? You're not alone — many students struggle with confidence long before they struggle with the content. That’s where I come in. I offer calm, structured, and encouraging maths tutoring for KS3 and GCSE students who need someone in their corner.I’m a qualified secondary maths teacher (QTS), previously working in Community Hospital Education Service, where I specialise in supporting students facing complex challenges. This unique role has deepened my understanding of how emotional wellbeing impac...

Hi! I’m a patient and understanding tutor and am currently working as an English teacher and an AQA English examiner.I have experience working with SEN students and those students with additional pastoral needs and have experience in teaching intervention classes to those who need extra support with some great success stories. I also have extensive experience of pushing students from grades 4/5 to 7,8’s and 9’s through using evidence based guidance from the exam board itself. I have a tremendous passion for my subject but most of all for learning!As a parent of teenagers myself - two with SEN -...

Hello,If you're looking for a friendly tutor who can bring out the best in a student - please get in touch.I'm a fully qualified (DBS registered) English teacher and currently working towards my PhD in Creative Writing. I have a proven track record of helping students to achieve 8s and 9s in their GCSE English and have helped numerous students pass the 11 Plus exam. As you can see from my twenty-three reviews, I have been given the highest star rating for each one and my students enjoy their lessons!I have a Masters (distinction) in Creative Writing. My degree is in English Language and Literature...

GCSE Maths Foundation (including November resits) and Foundation Skills Level 2. I am an Assessment Examiner for OCR GCSE Foundation mathematics, additionally I have expertise with the AQA and Edexcel examination boards. I am also a Cambridge International Examiner for Lower Secondary mathematics. I have experience in tutoring the Foundation Skills Level 2 examination. I am able to offer 11+ maths tuition as well.I have been a teacher for 30+ years having qualified with a B.Ed Honours degree in 1988. During my career I have taught from Year 1 through to 13 at four different types of school: co-ed...