Charlie

Are your kids passionate about their studies?
Hi, I’m Charlie a second-year Biomedical Engineering student at Imperial College London. I
am also currently working on cutting edge research with world leaders in my field. I have a
passion for physics, maths and biology stemming from interest in human mechanics
especially through sport. I discovered these passions through playing volleyball, cricket and
football throughout my life. I also play the drums which has helped me understand how I can
most effectively learn. For me tutoring is not only a way of supporting tutees in their studies
but also opening their eyes to how STEM subjects can really apply to what they’re
passionate about and ignite their potential.

Tutoring Experience

I have a few years of experience teaching for students of varying ability, all of whom were
more excited and confident with their subject by the end of our time together. Often it can be
frustrating for capable students to feel behind classmates or teachers’ expectations; I have
found that I can support tutees well to be more confident in the classroom and less stressed
when approaching exams which we all know leads to better results. I have never found a
student who I do not believe is capable of succeeding in their subject, despite how
adamantly they might disagree.

Tutoring Approach

Generally, I like to work in parallel with the school to make sure the tutee is getting the most
out of both. I plan lessons for students when we can communicate well what units are being
covered by the school. I find it best to not stick rigidly to plans with some students as it’s
more prescient to troubleshoot issues; often students will struggle in class, not because they
don’t understand new material but, because there are underlying issues in their foundational
understanding of the subject, so I prioritise solidifying these foundations. I don’t often give
homework as I think it is usually unnecessary and students have enough to do without the
additional stress. I also like to offer additional sessions in the run-up to exams where
necessary and at the discretion of the tutee.