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Tutors

John

Subjects tutored: I tutor mathematics, of any kind and at any level.

Qualifications:

 

 I have a degree in mathematics and a PhD in history/sociology of science. I also have a PGCE in mathematics and numeracy.
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Experience: 		I have tutored mathematics for around eight years, for students from age 10 to adulthood. Until summer 2021, I taught in a secondary school, covering all classes from Years 7 to 13. I am very familiar with the school curriculum and university entrance tests. I have a wide knowledge and experience of extension mathematics, including the UK Mathematics Trust’s competitions.
Why I tutor: The challenge of engaging a student in mathematics, discussing the content with them and being challenged by them, is something I have always and found interesting and rewarding. One of the advantages of tutoring, which I aim to use to its fullest, is that it allows time and space to establish firm foundations through an understanding of underlying principles and processes.
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Nicky

Subjects tutored: EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 English and maths (curriculum support), 7+ and 11+ preparation

Qualifications:

 

 BSc (Hons) Psychology
Institute of Education – P.G.C.E. Primary Education
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Experience: 		For 30 years I worked as a class teacher, mainly in North London, but also in the North West of England. Over the years I have taught all year groups from Reception to Year 6 and I also have a lot of experience teaching children with SEN and EAL. My time in the classroom affords me a strong understanding of the curriculum, enabling me to quickly identify where children have gaps in their knowledge. I develop and deliver effective targeted support to plug these gaps. Delivering interesting and engaging lessons is very important to me; I work hard to make sure children have fun along the way. I’ve worked closely with many hundreds of children and so I tailor my approach to suit a child’s personality and learning style. I treat all my students as individuals.

Why I tutor: I’m a passionate and committed educator and I love what I do. Working with children, nurturing them, and helping them to reach their potential is hugely rewarding. I will never tire of that ‘lightbulb moment’ when something finally clicks with a student. With tutoring, it’s possible to tailor the lesson to meet each student’s precise needs, which isn’t possible in a busy classroom. I feel extremely privileged to be a part of a child’s educational journey.

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Katie

Subjects tutored: English and maths for 7+, 8+, 9+, 10+, 11+ and 13+

Qualifications:

 

 BA Honours, PGCE, CELTA, Diploma in Creative Writing
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Experience: 		I have over 12 years of teaching experience in both the state and independent sectors. In addition to my classroom experience, I also have extensive one-to-one tutoring experience, both online and in-person, for children between the ages of 6 and 13, including those with SEN and those undertaking entrance exams and SATS.
Why I tutor: As a passionate and conscientious teaching professional, I take great pleasure in enabling students to grow and develop their learning. One-to-one tuition allows me to personalise lessons to each student, catering to their interests and learning styles whilst setting an appropriate level of challenge that enables them to meet their potential.
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Nirvana

Subjects tutored: EYFS and KS1 phonics, maths and English, plus KS2 English

Qualifications:

 

 BA Comparative Literature; Qualified Teacher Status; MA Education with Montessori (in progress) and Montessori Assistant Certificate for age 3 – 6
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Experience: 		I have 2 years’ experience as a teaching assistant with an agency, working in mainstream primary and special primary and secondary schools, and 1.5 years’ experience as a Year 2 class teacher.
I am currently a literacy intervention tutor for primary pupils with reading difficulties
Why I tutor: Teaching has always been my passion, and when a child is struggling with a particular skill, sometimes a creative one-to-one approach is all they need to unlock their understanding. Tutoring gives me the flexibility to tailor my teaching to a specific child, their needs and their interests.
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Deborah

Subjects tutored: I teach 11 plus and 13 plus maths and non-verbal reasoning, 16+ maths and KS3, KS4 and KS5 maths. I also teach Computer Science at KS3 and KS4.

Qualifications:

 

 I have a PGCE in Secondary Maths, a BA in Maths and Computer Science, an MA in Education and a BSc in Psychology.
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Experience: 		I have been a teacher for over 28 years and have worked in a wide variety of schools, from large secondary schools to smaller independent schools and special needs schools, working in a variety of roles as class teacher, head of department, KS4 and KS5 coordinator and assistant head teacher.
Why I tutor: I enjoy helping students to achieve, and I work hard to help them enjoy the learning experience. It is always great to see students taking pride in their work and their achievements!
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Celia

Subjects tutored: English entrance exams (11+, 13+ and 16+); creative writing; Years 6 – 9 English Language and Literature; IGCSE English Language, English Literature and World Literature; A Level English Literature; IB SL/HL English Literature, IB SL/HL English Language and Literature; ELAT preparation, university applications and personal statements.

Qualifications:

 

 BA (Hons) English Literature, MA (Distinction) and PGCE Secondary English, all from Newcastle University.
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Experience: 		I have over 20 years’ experience teaching English at top UK independent schools (including St Paul’s Girls’ School, Charterhouse and Abingdon) and top international schools in Thailand, Dubai and China (including Dulwich College Shanghai).

I am a former Head of English at a UK independent school and an international school in China, and a former Head of Year 13 with responsibility for Oxbridge applications and university support.

I have set and examined 11+ and 13+ entrance exams for a range of independent schools, as well as marking Common Entrance. I have also examined IGCSE English Language and English Literature, A Level English Literature and IB.
Why I tutor: I tutor because I love my subject and I love helping people! I particularly enjoy helping students build their confidence and voice as a writer, enabling them to make real academic progress. I value the creative and academic challenge of creating bespoke lessons for my students which are tailored to their interests. There is a real sense of a partnership between students, their family, JK Educate and the tutor. It also means a great deal to me to keep up my international connections and to support students in countries such as China and Dubai.

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Ben

Subjects tutored: Maths from KS3 upwards including school entrance exams, GCSE and international GCSE, A-level, further maths and university preparation.

Qualifications:

 

 Imperial College London – Bachelor Degree in Mathematics, 1st Class with honours,
Associate of the Royal College of Science
Barenboim-Said Academy Berlin – Bachelor of Music, 1st Class with honours
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Experience: 		5 years of private tutoring experience, including 1 year with JK
Why I tutor: I find maths an endlessly fascinating subject to teach and I enjoy working with students across a wide range of abilities. I like working one-to-one in order to really understand and improve a student’s personal relationship with the subject. Good maths is essential for most students to achieve their academic goals and whether it’s for moving to a new school or getting better marks in important exams, it’s extremely rewarding for me to use maths to help put students in a stronger position to move on to the next stage in their development.
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Jacob

Subjects tutored: Maths at: KS2, KS3, GCSE, A Level
Maths and NVR at: 11+ and 13+

Qualifications:

 

 University of Sheffield, MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (1st Class)
Kings College London, PGCE in Mathematics (School Direct)
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Experience: 		2 years teaching maths in Secondary school (KS3, GCSE and A Level). Tutoring maths full time for 4 years, preparing students for 11+ and 13+ exams as well as GCSE and A Level exams.
Previous students have successfully been offered places at:
UCS, QE boys, Latymer, Highgate, Haberdashers Girls, Haberdashers Boys, City of London School for Boys, Channing, Immanuel College, South Hampstead.
GCSE and A Level students have consistently exceeded their predicted grades, including students receiving grade 9 at GCSE and A* at A Level.

Why I tutor: The greatest joy is seeing students develop and grow in confidence with maths and I strive to show students that maths is an enjoyable activity. I enjoy creating engaging lessons that are personalised to each individual student allowing each student to reach their potential.

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Tania

Subjects tutored: KS1 and KS2 English and Maths
KS1 and KS2 general curriculum support
7+ English, maths, non-verbal reasoning, verbal reasoning
9+ English, maths, non-verbal reasoning, verbal reasoning
10+ English, maths, non-verbal reasoning, verbal reasoning
11+ English, maths, non-verbal reasoning, verbal reasoning
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