Philippa

Since graduating from Oxford University in 2011 with a degree in Economics and Management, I have worked full time as a private tutor, both in the UK and internationally. My degree required a high level of maths. I took A-Levels in Maths, Economics, Geography and Critical Thinking, and received an A in all of these. I attended Kendrick Grammar School from the age of 11 to 18. This involved an entrance exam with both non-verbal and verbal reasoning papers. I have a good understanding of what is needed to achieve the top marks in maths, economics and business related subjects as well as what is needed to be successful in entrance exams.

I have also completed a post graduate degree in Global Development Challenges (University of Edinburgh, with distinction).

I have now been working as a tutor for four years and love my job. I enjoy building up a relationship with the families and students I work with and seeing a transformation in their confidence and their skills. Families I work with often joke that I have the patience of a saint!

Availability: Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Willing to travel: 5 miles

Experience: Since graduating, I have completed thousands of hours of tutoring in all my subjects. My students really enjoy my lessons and have been very successful. All of my 11+ students were successful this year, including Blue Coat, Kendrick, Reading Boys and The Abbey. All of my economics and maths students see a huge improvement, with the majority going on to achieve top grades (A/A*). My students often tell me that I have a way of explaining complicated things that `just seems to make sense`.

I have spent 7 months homeschooling three children in the Bahamas and have worked with children of all ages in a wide range of roles. For 5 years I worked at my local dry ski slope as a ski instructor. This involved teaching anyone over the age of 4, and making lessons fun and relevant for them. I have learned to adapt my teaching style and to think of creative and innovative ways to teach new things. I also work with young people with special needs, which requires a great deal of patience and imagination.

I have also spent a great deal of time working with children with a variety of special needs including dyslexia and ADHD. I have had great success, particularly those with dyslexia. I aim to find imaginative and enjoyable ways to help the child and to build their self confidence in the subject.

I am friendly, patient and imaginative when it comes to teaching. I will keep finding different ways of explaining something until the person I am teaching really understands. I believe that students are much more likely to learn when they have a positive relationship with their teacher and when they are having fun.

I am happy to offer group sessions at the following rates: £60 per hour for 2 students, £70 per hour for 3 students. This method works particularly well for KS3 and KS4 students.

I have recently had to restart my profile on here due to relocation but my previous profile had over 10 reviews, averaging at 4.8/5. Some of the comments were:

"We are delighted with Philippa! She always shows up on time and prepared. She is very patient, and I am hoping her enthusiasm for the subject will rub off on my daughter! We could not ask for a better tutor." 5/5

"Pip is an excellent tutor. She is very knowledgeable as well as warm and easy to get along with. She has thoroughly covered all the important aspects of the course in a very short time and greatly increased my son`s confidence going into his exams. We would absolutey recommend Pip to anyone." 5/5

"Pip has been a fantastic tutor for our son, who she helped to prepare and pass the Bluecoats entrance examination. She was always punctual, friendly and engaging in her approach, we would highly recommend Pip to anyone looking for a tutor." 5/5

"Pip is very punctual and provides a superb tutoring service. She is passionate about teaching and learning. Pip always gives comprehensive feedback at the end of each session." 5/5