Tom

Experience

• 13+ Maths

• (I)GCSE Maths (AQA, CIE, OCR & Edexcel)

• A Level Maths (AQA, OCR & Edexcel)

• Maths Olympiad

• GCSE Economics (Edexcel, AQA, OCR, Pre-U, IB)

• A level Economics (Edexcel, AQA, OCR, Pre-U, IB)

• A level Politics (AQA, Edexcel)

I am a fully qualified maths teacher with an outstanding track record of success, the modal progress of my weekly students has been 3 grades. I am a professional, patient and friendly tutor with a fantastic subject knowledge of the 1-9 GCSE/IGCSE, A-Level and Primary Maths curricula that I use to tailor learning to your child's needs.

I hold degrees in both Economics and Politics and have tutored these subjects up to A-Level.

I am comfortable teaching a wide range of ages and abilities and have experience working with an award winning SEND and Inclusion department at my last school.

Biography

I was raised in a military family moving schools regularly throughout my childhood being taught in both public and private schools. Changing schools so regularly I have seen first-hand, the massive effect both outstanding and inadequate teaching can have on someone’s future. This drives me to try to provide a world-class education to my pupils.

After graduating from the University of Manchester with a degree in Economics. I joined Teach First, one of the countries most prestigious teacher training programmes. There I Qualified as a Mathematics Teacher working in the Yorkshire and Humber region. I have since gone on to teach in an OFSTED rated Outstanding School in the Manchester area while gaining a Masters Degree in Philosophy and Political Theory and then taught at an award winning International School in the Middle East.

Personal Approach

As a mastery based tutor I create an individualized program for each of my students based on their specific needs. I ensure regular assessments and a personalised tracking program filled out on a regular basis at the end of each session so that parents can see the progress that has been made.

If you've lost your confidence, if you need help with exam technique, if you feel you have gaps in your knowledge or if you are just looking to reach that next grade I am here to help.

What I do when I am not tutoring

I love travelling and have just returned to the UK from teaching in a British International School in Jordan. There I enjoyed scuba diving, exploring accident ruins and hiking the Jordan Trail.

Testimonials

''With Tom's help I went from a B and C in my January mocks to an A* in both Politics and Economics, dropping only 1 mark in Economics. This allowed me to go to my dream university.'' (A level Politics and Economics Student)

''My son is really enjoying his A level economics lessons with Tom. Tom has structured his teaching style to meet my sons learning needs and I feel he is making progress. Would highly recommend!'' (Parent of Economics Student)

''Tom is a great tutor. He has really helped my daughter with her maths and this has made her feel much more confident with it. Thanks Tom!'' (Maths GCSE Parent - Grade 7 to Grade 9)

''Tom is patient and kind. My son struggles with confidence and with his help has felt so much better about maths and been more open to learning. Thank you!'' (KS3 Maths Parent)

''Great teacher my son has achieved so much more with the help from Tom'' (Maths GCSE Parent Grade 2 to Grade 7)

''My daughter had only had a couple of sessions with Tom but she is responding well and gains confidence with every lesson. Tom has a lovely way about him and keeps us very well informed regarding what he has covered in each lesson and what our daughter has improved on. We are very pleased we chose him and would happily recommend him.'' (KS3 Maths Parent)

''Tom is patient, calm and engaging with my 2 sons. They both absolutely love their tuition time with Tom, as he makes learning fun for them and explains everything at a level they can understand. Having tuition with Tom has made a positive impact on their academic achievements in maths which has lead to an increase in their self confidence within the classroom at school.'' (Primary Maths Parent)