Sean

Professional Keystone Tutor

Sean studied Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at Durham University where he subsequently completed a Masters of Science in Global Politics. Sean has tutored since 2019 and has a real passion for education, learning and teaching.

Sean is a professional Keystone tutor. This means Sean:

✔ Engages with Keystone's bespoke professional development programme
✔ Works exclusively for Keystone on a fully employed basis
✔ Is committed to tutoring as a career and profession

We believe these factors combine to make a unique difference to the level of commitment we can assure, as well as the quality of teaching that our professional tutors offer.

Sean teaches: 11+ English, 11+ Maths, 13+ French, GCSE Economics, GCSE French, GCSE Maths, AS/A Level Economics, AS/A Level Politics, IB Economics, Undergraduate & Graduate Economics, Undergraduate & Graduate Politics

''Sean was a really helpful at building up my son’s knowledge, helping him prepare for his Politics A level and boost him confidence.''

Mother of A level Student

About Sean:

Experience
Biography
Approach to Tutoring
When not tutoring

Experience

Since starting tutoring in 2019 I have taught over 1300 hours. I have run sessions across the age range, helping with Key Stage 1 up to degree level. I have also assisted SEN students. Alongside this, I have in Summer 2023 also marked A Level Economics papers. This has informed my approach to teaching the following subjects:

• GCSE, A level, and Undergraduate Economics

• KS2, KS3, and GCSE French

• GCSE, A level, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Politics

• KS1, KS2, KS3, and GCSE Mathematics

• 11+ English and Maths: Pre-Tests and Independent School entrance exams

I have tutored students studying at top UK independent schools such as Charterhouse, CLC, and Marlborough College in preparation for their A levels. Furthermore, I have supported students from China, Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. These are just a snapshot of the numerous students I have tutored since 2019 and I looking forward to helping many more as the years go by!

Biography

I was born in Oxfordshire and lived there until I left for the University of Durham after my A levels. I attended Wallingford School Academy for my secondary education. I studied History, French, and Mathematics, enjoying the logic of the latter and the critical thinking of the former two. This led me to study Politics, Philosophy, and Economics at undergraduate level at the University of Durham, where I was able to explore numerous topics in this interdisciplinary degree. I stayed to complete a Masters of Science in Global Politics.

I began tutoring during my undergraduate degree, working part-time to share my love for education and the techniques which helped me to succeed at school. I have experience teaching students with learning difficulties and SEN students, in classroom environments, alongside freelance tutoring. I took great pleasure in these roles - so much so that I have now taken on tutoring in a professional capacity.

Approach to Tutoring

Having tutored for almost four years, I find that becoming a team with my students can really support effective learning and successful outcomes. By working together and comprehending areas of strength and weakness, we can form a plan of action and work towards our shared goals. Changing the style, length, or structure of lessons can be useful and tailored to each student as everybody learns differently.

When not tutoring

When not tutoring, I write the digest articles for Political Quarterly's academic papers. I also enjoy exploring London, and reading about English identity and history.

What parents say about Sean:

''Sean was a really engaging tutor, all our lessons were interesting and interactive and I felt that I learnt a lot. I found it particularly beneficial to have the time to focus on specific areas of the course that were challenging and linking them to current affairs or other areas of the course.''

A level Politics Student

''Sean is kind, patient and encouraging and was able to quickly identify areas where my son needed an additional boost. He was clear and concise and was always able to explain mathematical concepts in a simple and understandable way. He provided tailored lesson plans that helped my son build his confidence and improve his exam performance. As a result, we were very pleased with the 11+ outcomes.''

Mother of 11+ Student

''Sean has been a great French tutor for my son. The key skills, vocabulary and techniques provided by Sean helped my son to improve his proficiency in the language. Sean’s guidance boosted my son’s confidence in the preparation for the French IGCSE Exams.''

Mother of GCSE Student

''Sean is brilliant with my 15 year old son . He is patient and very thorough and has helped him understand areas of maths that no one else could.''

Mother of GCSE Student

''Sean has been an excellent tutor and my son was significantly more confident heading into his exams than he was before the tutoring. Sean always kept the lessons engaging and upbeat and my son enjoyed them. I would highly recommend Sean as a Maths tutor!''

Mother of GCSE Student

''My son asked me to find him a tutor to help him with A levels Economics which he felt he was struggling with. Keystone found us Sean who, although I personally never met, worked with my son on line during school term and school holidays helping Theo gain 78% narrowly missing an A*. Theo’s predicted grade was a B. Theo has just accepted a place at Bath to study Business. We could not be more thrilled.''

Parent of a Year 13 Student

''Benenden School has made an offer to our daughter to join Year 10 in September 2023. We are very happy and appreciative that your teaching and encouragement elevated her confidence and contributed to her successful application. A big heartfelt thank you from us.”

Parent of Year 9 student based in Singapore

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