School Entry Preparation

• Religious Studies: GCSE, 16+
• Philosophy and Ethics: A-Level
• Oxbridge application mentoring and personal statement support

BA(Hons): Philosophy, University of Cambridge

MSc: Philosophy and Public Policy, LSE

Alice is an experienced philosophy tutor and Oxbridge mentor who has worked with students from a wide range of backgrounds. Alice has supported students at 16+, who have never studied philosophy before and inspired a deep interest in philosophy from the first few sessions. Alice has helped students secure places at their first-place schools, giving them the tools and confidence to excel in exams and subject interviews. Alice also helped an A-Level Philosophy student move from a D to a B grade in their year 12 mocks within 2 months of tutoring. Her lessons are engaging and interactive. She uses her own materials and exam questions to guide students through challenging concepts and achieve success.

Alice is also passionate about making Oxbridge, and more general academic success, a viable aspiration for students from all educational backgrounds. Through her mentoring she breaks down misconceptions and providing the skills and information needed to navigate the application process.

"Alice is very good tutor. She is patient and explains concepts very well."

• Interview coaching

BA(Hons): Ancient History & Archaeology, University of Exeter

Master of Education: University of Buckingham

PGCE: Roehampton

Brodie has been a teacher and leader in schools for over 35 years. After a spell at Finton House in Wandsworth, Brodie taught in the state system before landing a teaching role in Kenya. Upon his return to the UK Brodie was Deputy Head and Head of History at Westminster Under School and later Head of North Bridge House Prep in Regent’s Park, one of London’s biggest co-ed prep schools. Recently, Brodie was Head of Wetherby Pembridge in New York.

With over 400 successful placements in the last four years, Brodie's extensive background in education and deep understanding of school admission processes enables him to empower students to make huge progress in a very short period. 95% of his students have achieved their first-choice school. These schools include Westminster, St Pauls’ boys
and girls, Eton, Harrow, Tonbridge, King’s Canterbury, Sevenoaks, Benenden, Wycombe Abbey, Millfield, Wellington, Brighton and many others.

As an expert interview coach and Independent Governor of 5 leading London Prep Schools, and the father of two children, at Harvard and Edinburgh university respectively, Brodie understands the educational system from the perspective of a parent as well as a Headmaster.

Brodie works on scaffolding and confidence for students to face interviews with the necessary skills to answer a wide range of interview questions and to develop a positive, can-do approach. Students develop a tool kit of strategies that enable them to ‘tell a story’ and ensure they ‘sell themselves’ in the interviews. The sessions are based on crucial soft skills such as learning to listen, debating, collaboration and thinking under pressure; all of which are essential skills for group and one-to-one interviews, as well as skills for life.

• History - GCSE & A-Level

BA(Hons): Classical Studies, University of Bristol

MA: Contemporary History, University of Bristol

PGCE: University of the West of England

Eleanor is an experienced teacher of history with more than a decade of experience creating and implementing schemes of work, co-curricular activities and trips across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Eleanor has experience as a teacher of history head of year at state and private day schools.

Eleanor has supported students through the GCSE and A-level curriculums, helping them build exam strategies and gain the confidence needed to succeed. Eleanor has also guided students through the 16+ process, helping students up-skill from GCSE level to secure a place at their school of choice. Eleanor is dedicated to maintaining high expectations for all students and developing teaching strategies to enable each student to flourish.

• Maths - Key Stage 2, GCSE, A-Level, Undergraduate
• ISEB
• CAT4

MSc: Mathematics, University of Lancaster

PGCE: (Secondary) Mathematics, University of Manchester

Frances is both a qualified teacher and experienced tutor in mathematics. She has worked with students from KS2 up to university level. Frances takes a personal approach getting to know each of her students and using materials tailored to their needs to help them excel and achieve their goals. Frances recently supported a sixth form student to prepare for the TMUA and in just a few sessions was able to familiarise them with the exam and give them the skills needed to succeed. Frances has also recently worked with several students in
their preparations for 11+, 13+ and 16+ exams, giving them the knowledge and confidence needed to secure a place their first-choice independent school.

“5 stars isn’t enough! My daughter is thoroughly enjoying and fully engaging in these lessons. Her knowledge and confidence have greatly increased after only a few meetings. Thank you, Frances, for your gentle and professional approach.”

• English: GCSE, A-level, IB.
• School entry support: 8+, 11+, 13+
• Academic mentoring

BA: Jurisprudence (Law), University of Oxford. 2018

Gabby has five years tutoring and mentoring experience and has worked with over 100 students. Gabby has helped GCSE and A-Level students increase predicted grades by an entire grade and instilled the confidence they need to achieve their full potential. Gabby also works closely with students and their families to prepare them for school entry, helping
students achieve places at top independent schools in the U.K. Gabby also runs
an academic mentoring programme, working with students from year 8-13 to push them
beyond the school curriculum, grow in confidence and ability and achieve
academic excellence.

“Gabby was extremely patient with my daughter. K hated the idea of having a tutor for English but once she met Gabby, she was happy to engage in the learning.”

“Gabby is very friendly with lots of professionalism and patience”

• English Lit: GCSE, A-Level, ISEB 13+
• Creative Writing (all levels)
• Oxbridge Preparation

BA: English Literature & Master of Fine Arts, City University of New York. 2011

Gabriel has taught at university level for almost 10 years and tutored for 5. Gabriel is a writer and understands that clear communication and critical thinking are key to any student’s education and future career paths. His aim is to always sharpen these skills in his students and to instil skills in text analysis, essay planning, comprehension, and critical thinking to ensure academic achievement and excellence. He creates a rigorous yet pleasurable learning environment in line with his students’ interests and passions, promoting lifelong learning and growth. His tutoring sessions incorporate a dynamic range of writing exercises, pop quizzes, deep reading challenges, creative writing ''icebreakers'', and vocabulary fortification schemes.  As a generalist in the Humanities, he is passionate about self-education, exploration, and making connections across diverse fields.

Gabriel recently worked with a shy student who was struggling to get into his first-choice school. By the end of their sessions, he was accepted as a scholarship student at Winchester. He is now mentoring this student as he prepares to apply to Oxford University.

“Gabriel did an amazing job, and we are so impressed at the way he handled our son and infected him with his enthusiasm and wisdom for the humanities. I can't thank him enough.” Parent of 13+ Sevenoaks Scholar

• English & Maths - 7+ /11+ / Key Stage 1-3 / SATs
• Biology - GCSE & A-Level
• Chemistry & Physics - GCSE
• Medicine application support
• UCAT

BSc: Biomedical Sciences, University of Birmingham

MRes Biomedical Research, Imperial College London
Bachelor of Surgery, King's College London

Iona is an experienced tutor with a proven track record of helping students achieve their full potential in their school entry exams, GCSEs, A-levels and beyond.  Iona’s experience across exam boards and her ability to simplify complex concepts and build student confidence has led her students to success.

Iona is also currently supporting students in their preparation for school entry and scholarship examinations at top UK independent schools. Parents note that she is able to achieve results in just a few sessions and that her lessons are effective and engaging.

Additionally, Iona uses her knowledge as an Imperial College doctor to support students through their UCAT, dissertations and university applications. Her extensive lesson preparation and investment in every student have led students to achieve the results they need to progress in their education.

"Her exceptional communication skills and deep understanding of the UCAT exam made a huge difference in my preparation. She is patient, thorough, and incredibly motivating. Her guidance not only improved my scores but also enhanced my overall confidence in tackling medical school applications. I couldn't have achieved my results without her help."

"She’s hardworking, confident, and has incredible communication skills. Her dedication and clarity made complex topics easy to understand, significantly boosting my confidence in both lessons and learning. Her teaching methods are engaging and effective, and her supportive approach helped me excel in Maths and 11+ exams. I highly recommend her for
anyone looking to improve their academic performance."

• English and Maths - Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Year 6 SATS, 11+, Functional Skills

BA(Hons): English with Creative Writing, Birmingham City University

PGCE: (Primary) Birmingham City University. 2013

Louise has 11 years of teaching experience in academies, schools and as a private tutor. She has a deep knowledge of the fundamental skills required for children to learn and close gaps in their knowledge. Louise has worked with a wide range of children from supporting Year 1 children with phonics, up to Year 6 SATs support, as well as providing tuition for 11+ examinations and supporting older students with functional skills. Louise’s approach to teaching creates a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Louise is also an English and Maths consultant at both Birmingham City FC Foundation and Walsall FC Foundation, providing English and Maths lessons at GCSE level and for Functional Skills as part of their post-16 education programme.

• Business - GCSE, IGCSE, 16+,  A Level, IB, BTEC, Undergraduate, Masters
• Statistics - GCSE, IGCSE, A-Level, Undergraduate, Masters
• Economics & Psychology - GCSE, 16+, A-Level, IB
• Maths & Science - Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, GSCE

BSc: Business and Retail Management, University of Surrey

PhD: Business Management, University of Surrey

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, The Teacher Trainer

Ursula is an experienced teacher with twelve years of experience teaching privately and at schools, colleges, and a university. Ursula has taught students from primary age through to further education and is specialist in business studies having completed a PhD in business management.

Ursula has worked with students from a wide range of backgrounds and is experienced in
teaching students with special educational needs. Ursula creates bespoke material tailored to needs and curriculums of her students.

Recently Ursula worked with 16+ students, helping them secure places at their first-choice schools. She taught economics, business and psychology to students who had not studied these subjects before, instilling confidence, passion and the ability to perform confidently in exams and interviews.

"Ursula is professional, calm, patient and good to learn with. She made me really interested in psychology"