Geoffrey

Experience

I have been tutoring children in London for over ten years in many subjects, well over three thousand hours. I now focus on History and Business Studies (GCSE to university), Economics (GCSE to A-Level), and Maths (GCSE). I am an examiner for History with the AQA, OCR, and Cambridge International Exam Boards. For students interested in getting accepted to Oxford History take notice that I marked the HAT exams at Oxford in 2018 and 2019. I also sat in on interviews so I know first hand what they look for in a candidate.

Biography

I am finishing my Ph.D. in History at Oxford (Balliol College) this summer. My first career was as a solicitor. I attended top Canadian universities and earned an undergraduate degree in Commerce, an MBA in Finance & Marketing, and then a Law degree (LLB). My passion has always been to teach and I decided to leave law to return to studies with the goal of becoming a full-time teacher. I do my best to engage my students and know how to make learning enjoyable, meaningful, and effective.

Personal Approach

I understand that each student is different and teaching methods have to be adapted to suit the individual. I search for the student's strengths and weaknesses and do my best to bring out the best in each. As a father of five adult girls, I know the challenges that a parent faces when looking for academic improvement in their children. Breaking down the barriers to comprehension and making the learning experience fun and rewarding is how I approach teaching.

What I do when I am not tutoring

I am expecting to submit my thesis in October. My research is focused on English medieval history and the architectural history of parish churches. I enjoy traveling throughout England, Europe, and North America. I am also an avid reader and enjoy a wide array of subjects from biographies to English literature. I also enjoy spending time with my family.

Testimonials

"I got a D2 in history! Thank you so much for all your help and support."

(Olivia UK - A* equivalent in Cambridge Pre-U History, August 2021)

''Geoff was a fabulous tutor for my daughter in GCSE History and English as she was struggling and feared her exams. She did very well and is considering history for university.'' (Jane P., Muswell Hill)

''Thank you for your help concerning my daughter's assignment!'' (Natali, mother of Second Year BA Management - QMC, University of London)

''I was well prepared. Thank you ever so much for all the time you have spent working with me and all the hard work and effort ... I really really appreciate it.'' (Serena E. - A2 Level History)

''I managed to get ABB, a really high B in history. 2 marks off an A but I am going to Edinburgh university on Saturday. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR HELP, I honestly appreciate everything you did for me'' (Serena E. - A2 Level History)

"I went through the articles and found them really interesting. Also the notes you underlined were great. I am really happy with the help." (Ivan May 2020)

"Geoffrey was an amazing tutor and is very inspiring." (Viv. P., May 2020)

"Thank you for all your help over the past few years; your manner is always friendly and professional and you certainly helped through it all! I hope I did let you know that he

achieved a FIRST in history, which was great." (Alison T., October 2019)

"Thank you so much for helping my daughter regain her confidence!

She had a First on her last essay after a string of 2:2s.

Now she sees that she can indeed write well." (Jane M., October 2019)

"My son thinks he is fantastic, so I am delighted!!" (John B., July 2019)

"My daughter is so much more confident with her Economics and Business Studies and now has an AAB prediction up from BBB. Thank you so much for your help." (Anna A., December 2018)

"5 out of 5 tutor, Amazing long term booking, on going fantastic." (Sarah E., September 2018)

"He was very good, he got a B on his test only after 3 days of lessons with Geoff"

[after a D prediction] (Nargiz M., March 2018)

"I just got into Durham! Thanks for your help in all of this" (J. E., February 2019)

"I just got back from turning in my PI and I'd like to take the time to write a quick thank you note. Your advice has been instrumental to the development of my PI and I am absolutely sure that without your input I would be in a worse off position than I am now. Your quick responses and diligent work have been immeasurably useful." (G. M., February 2018)

"Thank you so much for your help with my university application.

I just received my acceptance to LSE!" (Carla M., January 2018)

"5 out of 5 tutor, The lessons went very well too.

I would therefore give him a 5." (Jill B., November 2017)

"I was accepted to HEC!! Thank you for all of your help with my PS essays and CV"

(Vanessa, August 2020)

"I got a First! Thanks so much for your help! I could not have done it without you"

(Matthew, July 2021 at the University of Bristol)