Neda Kessas

I've been teaching English for 35 years. I worked in several UK Secondary schools before going out to teach ESL in Egypt. There I also taught a variety of skills including GCSE, SAT's, IELTS and GMAT preparation. I worked at the American University in Cairo's English Language Centre for 25 years where I helped students to achieve proficiency in all areas of Academic English skills including listening, speaking, academic reading, essay writing, vocabulary, and grammar. I also lectured on Shakespeare in the University's English LiteratureDept. I returned to England in 2017 and have been working as an English tutor since then, mainly GCSE literature and language

I hold a BA (Hons)degree in English Literature, PGCE English Lit, MA in TEFL a wealth of experience, lots of patience and a sense of humour!

Lily Viner

Hello! I'm Lily a passionate and approachable tutor with over five years of experience helping students thrive, from primary school right through to university level. I hold a Law degree and a Master's in International Law & Governance from Durham University, and I'm currently in Law School training to become a solicitor. My academic background means I know exactly how to explain complex ideas in a way that's clear, engaging, and tailored to each student.

Over the years, I've supported students with everything from early reading and writing to GCSEs, A-Levels, and undergraduate coursework. As someone with ADHD myself, I bring a personal understanding of how learning can look and feel different for every student. I know the importance of patience, structure, and creative flexibility and I use that to make learning feel less overwhelming and more empowering. Whether we're managing attention, building motivation, or finding new ways to engage with a topic, I work with students in a way that supports their needs, not just the curriculum.

What sets my approach apart is that I focus not just on results, but on helping students feel motivated, capable, and proud of what they can achieve. Whether it's building up subject knowledge, preparing for exams, or simply making school feel less overwhelming, I''m here tosupport every step of the way.

Veerle Dowie

Originally from South Africa, I have been living and teaching in the UK for the past eight years. With over 30 years of experience in education, I have taught across a broad range of year groups, from Year 1 to Year 7. Currently, I specialise in intervention maths for pupils in Years 7 to 11 who face challenges with the subject.

My approach focuses on building confidence through achievable, incremental progress. I believe that small wins are key to unlocking long-term success, particularly in supporting pupils to gain a maths qualification by Year 11. I tailor my teaching strategies to each individual’s needs, working to identify and overcome the specific barriers they face. My goal is not only to improve their mathematical skills, but also to foster a more positive and resilient mindset towards learning.

Jo Pond

Hello, I’m Jo – an experienced and passionate primary school tutor. With over 10 years of classroom experience across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, I’ve had the privilege of teaching a wide range of children – from high-achieving learners to those who need a little extra support. I have worked with pupils with a variety of needs including dyslexia, ADHD, autism, and emotional or behavioural challenges.

Whether a child needs support with phonics, reading, spelling, grammar or writing, I have developed effective strategies to help them build the skills and confidence they need to succeed. Reading, in particular, is key to success across the curriculum, and I ensure children are exposed to a variety of texts to nurture a love of books.

I love teaching maths because there’s always a right answer—though often many ways to get there! I break learning down into small, manageable steps, find the best approach for each child, and make sure each stage is fully understood before moving on.

Working 1:1 allows each child to learn at their own pace, build resilience and develop a real sense of achievement. I take the time to get to know every learner and adapt my lessons to make learning fun, engaging and tailored to their needs.

As a parent myself, I understand your concerns. Fundamentally, we all want our children to be happy – and with the right support, we can help them feel confident, capable, and proud of their progress.

Whether your child needs help to catch up, stretch further, or simply build confidence, I’m here to help them succeed.

Hassan Rauf

I'm an Economics graduate from the University of Manchester with strong academic background in Maths. My current role as a senior Analyst/Economist in the UK Civil Services coupled with my previous experience working in range of large organisations and as a senior student ambassador at the University helped me develop skills necessary for any tutor.

I am a dedicated and experienced tutor, with a passion for helping students truly understand the material they are learning. My teaching approach is based on providing intuition and understanding, tailoring my lessons to meet individual students needs and ability. Before each class, I carefully prepare and plan the topics to be covered. I like to end the lesson by going over some exam-style questions and provide feedback to allow students to improve.

To reinforce the concepts, appropriate homework is assigned after each class, allowing students to practice and solidify their knowledge. My goal is to help students grasp the material in a meaningful and comprehensive way, setting them up for success in their future studies and beyond. Many of my students have been successful in their studies, achieving their desired grades and enrolling in their preferred college/universities. I look forward to working with you and your child in the future and support them with their academic goals.

The subjects are inclusive of the following:

• Economics (GCSEs & A-levels)
• Mathematics (KS3/4, GCSEs & A-levels)
• Further Mathematics (GCSEs)
• Statistics (KS3/4, GCSEs & A-levels)
• Chemistry (KS3/4 & GCSEs)

Ewan Hearns

Hi, I’m Ewan, a history and politics tutor currently completing my PhD at the University of Strathclyde. At university level I have run tutorials, marked essays and exams, and supported Honours students in developing their academic writing and critical analysis. I’ve also presented my research at international conferences and carried out archival work across the UK, experiences which allow me to bring depth and context into my teaching.

I have experience tutoring school students online across a wide age range, from primary learners through to teenagers preparing for exams. My background means I can support History students from KS3 to A-level, as well as those studying Politics, Citizenship, Religious Studies, and Sociology at GCSE and A-level. I can focus strongly on exam preparation across all major exam boards, helping students not just to revise content but to understand questions, structure clear arguments, and use evidence effectively in their answers. I also believe that enjoyment is key to progress: if a pupil can find even one aspect of a subject they like, they will pick up knowledge and skills more naturally.

In my lessons I encourage pupils to do more of the talking than I do, asking questions, exploring ideas, and working through problems aloud. This active, discussion-based style helps them to build confidence, retain knowledge, and develop the communication skills that are essential for strong exam performance. My aim is to make learning both structured and enjoyable, so students not only achieve their goals but also feel more positive about the subject itself.

Olivia Culpan

I am a 22-year-old medical student at the University of Leeds offering tutoring sessions in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. I am passionate about my degree and love to teach science, especially Biology. As it was only 6 years ago that I completed my own GCSEs, I empathise with students and understand the pressures they face. I have been tutoring maths and science for 5 years around my studies and find teaching incredibly rewarding. I often build a good rapport with students and have a lot of patience for them.

Last summer (2023), I taught science to 7–8-year-olds in an international school in Vietnam. From this I learnt how to keep teaching engaging and fun, and also to communicate with students when they faced difficulties with learning.

Besides science, my hobbies include playing netball, travelling, and speaking different languages.

I hope that my tutoring sessions will help students gain confidence in their abilities and learn valuable revision skills, as well as improving their grades. I look forward to meeting you!

Tess Gerrard

I am a 2nd year medical student studying at the university of Manchester. I offer Maths and Science tuition both face to face and online, from Primary up to GCSEs and A levels. I have previous experience tutoring both Maths and Science one to one, as well as experience working with a tuition company, supporting small groups of children ages 4-14 in Maths and English. Alongside my studies I also work as a playworker for children with additional needs, so I understand the importance of patience, flexibility and adaptability in meeting every child's individual needs and requirements.

I have a flexible approach to my sessions and work with the child and parents to figure out how best to support them, whether it's support with schoolwork, helping plan out and organise their revision or extra support with exam technique. Learning should be fun and engaging. I recognise the importance of building students' confidence in their abilities so they can perform their best and enjoy the subject!

Chloe Pask

Hello, my name is Chloe. I am a friendly and enthusiastic GCSE Science and A-Level Biology tutor with over four years of tutoring experience and more than 550 hours of lessons delivered. I graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2021 with a First-Class Honours degree in BSc Biomedical Science, and I am currently in my final year of studying Medicine at the University of Manchester.

I studied 10 GCSEs including Science, A-level Chemistry, Biology, and Geography, as well as AS-level Psychology, so I understand what it takes to succeed in exams and how to effectively prepare for them. I enjoy helping students with their studies, sharing useful revision tips and motivation techniques that have supported me throughout my own education.

I aim to make all tutoring sessions fun, interactive, and engaging, ensuring students feel confident and supported while fully understanding the material. I’m passionate about making a real difference in students’ academic journeys, helping them build both knowledge and self-belief.

When preparing for a tutoring session, I start by reviewing the student’s profile to understand the topics they want to focus on. Based on this, I create a mini learning session that includes a presentation to introduce the topic. During the session, I engage the student in active discussions to make learning interactive and to identify areas where they might need additional support. In the second half of the session, I use past paper questions tailored to their specific exam board. Working through these together helps students pinpoint gaps in their understanding while giving me a clear picture of what to prioritise in future sessions. Although I use this structure, I am happy to adapt the session structure to each individual students needs.

I always begin by asking students what they hope to achieve from the session and what their goals are for the topic. After each lesson, I take detailed notes to track progress and compare week-to-week results, ensuring we’re consistently moving in the right direction.

I believe the best way to encourage learning is through reflection and progress tracking. I frequently highlight improvements to students and encourage them to compare their current knowledge to where they started. This fosters motivation and helps them stay focused on their goals.

I offer face-to-face sessions in the Stockport area as well as online lessons, making learning flexible and accessible for all students.

Pakeeza Rauf

I am a BSc (Hons) Chemistry graduate from the Manchester Metropolitan University with a strong interest in teaching in this subject. My course has provided me with an exposure to challenges and opportunities. I am currently taking a MSc Chemistry degree at University of Manchester before seeking a professional role.

My passion in teaching grew stronger as in college I was able to take up role of mentoring year 10 and 11 students to complete specific tasks and help them to achieve their target grades. During my study years I have take up role of assistant teacher at a Primary School and high school. (Manchester). During this experience I was given the opportunity to explore classes with students from different age groups and needs, allowing me to gain transferable skills and learn how to deliver topics in an exciting and creative ways .This helped me to build confidence in presenting and understand the importance of adapting lesson plans to engage students with different abilities.

From all the experiences I have gained valuable skills in implementing strategies such as gentle competitiveness between students. From observing different lessons, I have been able to understand the education system and how lesson should approach and focused on delivering important materials in an effective manner. My main goal is to allow students to understand the topics and practice to increase their knowledge.

The subjects I can teach are of the following:

- Chemistry (KS3/4,GCSEs & A-levels)

- Biology (KS3/4, GCSEs)

- Maths (KS3/4)

Tom Bamber

Hello, My name is Tom! I have been playing music pretty much all my life. I picked up the guitar at eight years old and it has changed my life for the better ever since. Nearly two decades later I’m still playing and now a full time professional musician, both teaching and also playing live on the weekends, across the country and sometimes if I am lucky in different parts of the world! I studied music at bachelor level and then went onto further studies in masters at Leeds Conservatoire.

I hope we can share the wonderful world of music together and I can help you realise your true potential no matter your current ability.