Find an expert tutor in St Ives

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...

Hello! My name is Wen, and I’m originally from China. I've been living in the UK for the past eight years.Mandarin is my native language, and I’m fluent in standard Mandarin, Cantonese, and English. I have over 10 years of teaching experience, including more than 800 hours of online Mandarin lessons through Tutorful since 2018. Before moving to the UK, I also provided private language tutoring in China.I’ve worked with students aged 5 to 40, designing lessons tailored to different age groups, skill levels, and learning goals.I graduated from a Chinese university and previously spent 17 years worki...

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've taught French and Spanish to 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 achieve really strong results in GCSEs, IGCSEs and A Levels so I understand exactly what those exams require. I also love learning languages myself, (I studied French, Spanish, Latin, Russian and Arabic) so whatever your goals and whatever your starting point, I will help you to get there. I know that people learn languages for different reasons so it's really important...

Hello! I am an experienced and qualified teacher of secondary English. I worked for 8 years in secondary education before moving into further education. As KS3 co-ordinator, I secured a wide range of skills and knowledge of this age group. During my time in further education, I have refined my knowledge and expertise to be able to push students from a grade 3 at GCSE to a grade 4-5 and beyond. I have vast experience of teaching years 7-11 (KS3 & KS4), all abilities, and I am also an experienced teacher of AQA GCSE resits and City and Guilds Functional Skills (all levels). I also examine for the...

My name is James and I have 15 years experience supporting pupils to achieve the best possible outcomes. I am looking forward to working with you. I believe that building a good rapport with students, is a good start to successful learning. I also tailor my lessons to the way that individual students prefer to learn. I have found that having a flexible approach enables me to break down any barriers to building knowledge and skills. My experience across Primary and Secondary (Maths) sectors has given me a broad understanding of how pupils learn. I have extensive experience working with pupils who...

I have 30 years experience as a maths teacher, with a First Class Honours degree, and believe that the best results are achieved through strong knowledge, and an approach to learning that values positive relationships and mutual respect. At A-Level, I have enjoyed teaching both Pure and Applied mathematics (Including Stats, Mechanics and Decision Maths) and also Further Maths: enabling support in all areas. I am also successful and experienced in teaching GCSE mathematics. I am well used to analysing curricula and creating schemes of work to match the needs of the students. As your tutor, I would...

I am a patient, friendly and knowledgeable Maths and Physics teacher with over 20 years of experience helping young people realise their full potential.I have a master's degree in Physics with Astrophysics and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). I was Maths lead teacher in my last school position.I've also tutored outside the school classroom for the whole of my teaching career. This has been so successful I now tutor full time. I'm creative and resourceful, able to inspire and build confidence. Last academic year I taught the whole of A-level Maths and A-level Physics to a student in eight months....

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...

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...

I'm a newly qualified mathematics teacher and wish to help others to develop their learning. As a passionate and friendly individual, I am eager to work with others studying primary, KS3 and GCSE mathematics. Whether you need focused help with particular modules, or just wish to improve your overall grade, I am happy to help. I can assist students with a wide variety of exam boards and specifications and provide helpful resources in order to aid you in a method best-suited to you.Having experienced exams up to university level, I can also help students prepare for the test/exam itself. This is...

Hello! My name is Jimmy, and I am an experienced educator with a passion for working with young people. Over the course of my 18-year career, I have had the privilege of teaching and leading in five secondary schools, each with its own unique challenges and opportunities.Throughout my teaching journey, I have worked with students at various levels, adapting my approach to meet the needs of learners from diverse backgrounds and abilities. I have developed a strong track record of achieving excellent results with OCR GCSE, consistently helping my students excel in their exams. Notably, I have also...