Christopher

• Experienced, proven, patient and reliable maths and physics tutor.
• Technical Project/Programme Manager for a large, multinational engineering corporation.
• SCUBA diver, kayaker, sailor.

I enjoy tutoring as a change from the day job, and my numbers are kept low to ensure I provide an undiluted service. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive and word-of-mouth referrals are strong.

I have two decades' tutoring experience in GCSE Maths, A Level Maths, and GCSE and A Level Physics.

PhD Physics (Nottingham), Chartered Physicist.

Enhanced DBS check available on request.

Tutoring Experience

My first tuition experience was "accidental" when I was an A-Level student (in 1998) who gave family friends some help with GCSE maths. They went from D grades in mocks to achieving A grades, and I enjoyed helping them. I have tutored a few hours a week ever since! My syllabus knowledge has stayed fresh whilst my skills as a tutor have grown and developed.

As well as tutoring essential material, I will give guidance on exam technique (often overlooked) and can help students to understand and work through their coursework.

I will consider any/all tuition needs and do my very best to help anyone who needs support with their learning. I do have a preference for longer-term tutees - continuity works well, allowing me to develop my students' confidence and exam performance as well as their technical knowledge.

I can also help candidates prepare for GAMSAT exams and pilot aptitude tests.

Tutoring Approach

Adaptability and flexibility are essential to giving the best possible support. I treat each tutee as an individual, take time to work out how they think about things, and do my best to engage them. Many tutees think they "can't do" Maths or Physics whereas they've actually disengaged from lessons (often due to external factors). If I can re-engage them, that's a big step forwards.

Over the years I have worked with a wide variety of tutees, with all sorts of thinking styles, personalities, backgrounds and educational needs. I enjoy working with all people, including those who need additional patience.

I don't have set lesson plans or rigid ways of teaching a particular topic - I adapt to each person individually. I find that it's more effective and it keeps things fresh.

If you think I can help, please get in touch - I look forward to hearing from you,

Chris