• GCSE English
• GCSE History
• A Level English Literature
• A Level History
• A Level Politics
• Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
• IB Global Politics
• Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA)
• Test of Academic Reasoning for Admissions (TARA)
• Undergraduate Politics

My teaching experience is grounded in practical, results-focused support for students who need to improve quickly and perform confidently under exam conditions. I first began tutoring school-age students by supporting family and friends at GCSE and A level, helping them with essay-based subjects, exam technique, and building confidence in timed assessments.

At the University of Bristol, I went on to tutor and mentor first-year undergraduates in essay planning, argument structure, and academic writing techniques. In several cases, this support helped students move from a lower second-class standard to a first-class standard within a short period through disciplined practice, clear feedback, and a repeatable approach to answering questions.

Later, working at Oxford University, I helped guide students through the process of preparing for the Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA) entrance exam, supporting them with problem-solving strategies, time management, and confidence under pressure. Alongside this academic coaching, I have also delivered communications-focused training for governance and education projects, including preparing stakeholders to present ideas clearly, shape messages for different audiences, and communicate persuasively in professional settings. This means that my lessons are structured and calm, with a strong emphasis on clarity, technique, and confidence. Pupils leave with practical tools they can apply immediately in exams, interviews, and written work.

I was educated in the UK and completed my A-Levels at The Cherwell School, where I studied English, Mathematics, Physics, and completed an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). I went on to study Politics and International Relations at the University of Bristol, graduating with First Class Honours and receiving the Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence in every year of study.

I now work part-time at the University of Oxford, supporting senior academics and visiting international figures. This places me in close contact with demanding academic and policy environments and gives me a clear, practical understanding of what leading universities expect from outstanding students. This experience directly informs my tutoring, particularly in helping pupils develop strong reading habits, analytical writing skills, intellectual confidence, and the ability to discuss complex ideas clearly and independently.

Alongside this, I am Director of Meridian, a political and governance consultancy that has worked with the United Nations and other international partners on policy-relevant research and advisory projects. This professional experience allows me to help students connect their academic studies to real-world political and institutional contexts, especially in subjects such as politics, international relations, and history.

My academic interests centre on democratic resilience and populism. My undergraduate dissertation, based on elite interviews with Labour MPs and senior party officials, was awarded a high first-class distinction and later published by the European Centre for Populism Studies. I am also a member of Chatham House, reflecting an ongoing commitment to public affairs and policy-relevant scholarship.

My approach to tutoring is structured, supportive, and tailored to the individual student. I pay close attention to how each pupil thinks and communicates, and adapt my teaching accordingly, with a strong emphasis on clarity of thought and confident handling of complex material.

I aim to make the subject engaging and enjoyable, and I encourage students to link what they are studying to real-world events and contemporary debates. I regularly suggest relevant articles, further reading, and short videos to deepen understanding and spark curiosity beyond the syllabus.

Alongside this, I use exam board requirements as a practical checklist to ensure students are fully prepared for assessment, whatever an exam paper may contain. By working closely with mark schemes and assessment objectives, I help students understand how to turn knowledge into marks, while maintaining high academic standards. My aim is to build both exam confidence and the independent learning habits needed for long-term success.

When I am not tutoring, I work part-time with the University of Oxford, alongside my work as Director of Meridian, a political and governance consultancy. Much of this work is undertaken by the Meridian team and requires limited day-to-day oversight, making it compatible with regular tutoring.

Because of these commitments, I offer a limited number of tutoring hours each week. I see this as a strength rather than a limitation, as it allows me to work closely with a small number of motivated students and give each of them careful preparation and attention. I am particularly keen to support pupils with a genuine drive to succeed, and families can expect reliable communication, thoughtful lesson planning, and a tutor who takes academic standards and long-term progress seriously.