Maria

I am a fully qualified teacher and tutor with over 11 years’ experience helping students succeed in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Maths from KS3 to A level. I hold an MA in Biological Sciences from the University of Oxford and a PGCE in Secondary Science from the University of Sussex.

My students achieved excellent results in the most recent academic year. For example, one Year 11 pupil improved by three grades between mock exams and final GCSEs; another went from a grade 6 at GCSE to an A at A level; and a Year 9 student rose from grade 5 in Biology and Chemistry to achieving 96% and 100% by the end of Year 10.

I work in a calm, clear, and encouraging way that helps students build confidence as well as subject mastery. Families often recommend me by word of mouth because I take the time to understand how each student learns best and support them accordingly. I now tutor full time, which means I can give students the depth of guidance and consistency they need to reach their potential.

Availability: Now that I tutor full time, I’m available most days - I can also do lessons during the day for A level students who have free periods or half days. I try to be as flexible as possible to fit around each student’s timetable. My diary is starting to get busy, so please do get in touch early if you’d like to book a regular time.

Willing to travel: 50 miles

Experience: - Private Tutor (2013 – Present)
Over 11 years of tutoring experience in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Further Maths across GCSE and A level. Since December 2024 I have been working as a full-time tutor, allowing me to give more in-depth support to each student. Recent results include:
• Year 11 student improved by three grades between mock exams and final GCSEs.
• Student progressed from a grade 6 at GCSE to an A at A level.
• Year 9 student improved from grade 5 in Biology and Chemistry to 96% and 100% by the end of Year 10.

- Teacher of Science & Maths – Brighton Grammar School, Melbourne (2023–2024)
Full-time teaching of A level (VCE equivalent) Biology and Chemistry, as well as all three sciences & Maths at GCSE level (Years 7–11).

- Teacher of Science & Maths (Biology and Chemistry specialist) – Cranleigh Abu Dhabi (2022–2023)
Full-time teaching of A level Biology and Chemistry, plus all three sciences & Maths at GCSE.

- Science Teacher – Whitgift School, Croydon (UK) (2019–2022)
Teaching Biology and Chemistry up to A Level, plus all sciences and Maths up to GCSE.

DBS Check: Yes