Matilda

I am a highly experienced private tutor specialising in English up to GCSE (including 7+ and 11+) and A-level Philosophy. Over 16 years and more than 11,000 hours of full-time tutoring I have worked with students in London, online internationally (including New York, Milan and Dubai), and as a residential tutor, working with UHNW and high-profile families. Recognised as a ‘Top Tutor’ by a prestigious London agency, I also lead homeschooling programmes, where I design and oversee curricula and manage teams of tutors.

Aside my tutoring, I worked as the consultant during the foundation of PrepPlus, a company specialising in 7+, 8+ and 11+ entrance exam preparation. I guided the development of their exam materials, taught content requirements, and ensured academic rigour, well-crafted content and high editorial standards.

Tutoring Approach:
I take great pleasure in forming positive, trusting relationships with my students, allowing me to combine academic rigour with an empathetic, tailored approach that builds confidence, curiosity and analytical skill, enhances exam technique, and fosters academic progress. My process is deeply attuned to each student’s unique way of thinking and feeling; by recognising the nuances of where they feel blocked, I help them overcome challenges with clarity and encouragement that aligns with how they best absorb information.
I have a strong record of helping students achieve top grades, flourish as independent learners, and succeed a unconventional learning pathways, including SEN and anxiety support.
As a homeschooling tutor, I take a holistic approach when needed, balancing students’ well-being with academic progress. I believe every student’s mind is unique, and recognising how they learn best allows me to help them thrive academically and personally.

Having recently relocated from London to Devon, I’m delighted to be opening my practice more widely through Tutorhunt, continuing to offer that same standard of bespoke tuition to families locally and online.

Willing to travel: 5 miles

Experience: Specialist experience:
I have considerable experience teaching students with anxiety, as well as those with SEN and neurodiverse profiles. My work is grounded in a deep understanding of how emotional challenges affect learning. This understanding is underpinned by ongoing formal training as an attachment coach and many years of independent study in psychology.

Having recently relocated from London to Devon, I’m delighted to be opening my practice more widely through Tutorful, continuing to offer that same standard of bespoke tuition to families locally and online.

Selected Case Studies:
Lead Tutor & English Tutor - KS2 & KS3 Homeschooling Programme, India & London (UHNW high-profile family)
Oversaw full learning programmes for two siblings transitioning into the UK education system. Led a team of tutors and designed a tailored, creative English curriculum in London. During a two-month residential in Mumbai, taught across all subjects while integrating cultural excursions into lessons. Both students secured places at competitive London schools.

Lead Tutor & English Tutor - GCSE Homeschooling Programme, SEN (UHNW, high-profile family)
Provided -term tutoring for a student with Autism, PDA, and dyslexia, seeing her through entrance exams and GCSEs. Designed tailored strategies to build confidence, manage anxiety, and strengthen analytical writing. Led her wider tuition programme and coordinated with other tutors, focusing on both academics and pastoral needs.

Programme Curator & English/Philosophy Tutor - KS4 & A-level Homeschooling Programme
Curated and managed a bespoke online homeschooling programme for two students who left traditional schooling. Assembled a team of subject tutors, introduced a new learning structure, and taught English and philosophy. Both went on to thrive in the programme, studying for their A-levels within a new structure in which I taught them philosophy.

11+ at Godolphin School - London
I tutored student in English comprehension and composition techniques for her 11+ entry into Godolphin. She sailed through the exams and was offered a place. I was specifically requested to return to help her younger sister, Anahita, succeed in the same exams a year later.

11+ at Westminster and academic catch-up - London
I taught all the boys in one family whilst preparing the eldest son for his 11+ exams. As the boys went to a state school outside Central London, they were about two years behind where they were expected to be in the private system. As a result, we had our work cut out to get the eldest up to a level in which he could succeed in such a competitive system. He gained a place at Westminster, turning down two scholarships for Trinity School, including their academic scholarship.

GCSE from C to A* - Residential
A student, who was at Harrow School, was told by his teachers that he would get a grade C in GCSE history “if he was lucky”. We worked on his history together over the Easter holidays; he got an A*. I returned to help him through his A-level history exams. This allowed him to get into Exeter University, despite being told by teachers this was unlikely. I tutored this student and his younger sister on a residential basis in Wiltshire and Val d`Isère many times over the years.

A-level Philosophy – London and Residential (UHNW family)
Delivered intensive tuition in philosophy, focusing on developing analytical clarity, constructing clear, valid arguments, and refining essay structure. Once the student understood what the examiner was looking for, everything fell into place, and she thoroughly deserved her A*.

Entrance Exam English Tutor – KS3 Preparation, India (UHNW family)
Provided short-term intensive tutoring for a student preparing for 13+ entry to St Paul’s School, London. Developed exam technique and subject knowledge during a residential placement in Ahmedabad. The student secured a place at the target school.

GCSE English Language - Online (HNW family)
Provided this student with supplementary tuition for GCSE English Language online, focusing on exam technique and writing clarity. In his mocks, he scored 98%, the highest in the year, and he achieved a grade 9 at GCSE.

GCSE English - London
I worked with this student to improve essay structure and analysis skills, helping her write more clearly and concisely. By refining her technique, she gained confidence in her analytical writing and raised her English results by two grades.

Testimonials:
“I have tears in my eyes thinking how wonderful you’ve been. V is fortunate to have had your mentorship. She told me that “you make an art out of teaching and education… she’s never encountered a teacher so dedicated, and passionate in sharing knowledge with students the way you have with her”. So few can say the same! We are blessed to have shared this journey with you. I can truly say that we couldn’t have done it without you. You are an outstanding woman.”
Parent

“You’ve truly changed my life and my mindset with your teaching and friendship… you are always such a light in my day… this class shaped me as a person. I’m so so thankful for all I have learned from you and how that has prepared me to keep learning.”
Student

“Tilda is an exceptional tutor who takes time to understand the needs of the individual child. Tilda is reliable and consistent and forms trusting relationships to help the child love learning”
Programme Organiser for Students

“We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect tutor - I’m walking on air.”
Parent

“L loves Tilda more than anyone else in the world”
Parent

“Everything is going really well with Tilda. She is wonderful; very upbeat – my children have really taken to her.”
Parent

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